Jeannette Cecelia Zissis

I worked with Jeanette during my divorce in 2017 and again in 2025 for a maintenance negotiation. If you find yourself needing an attorney (and trust me—it’s worth the investment), Zissis Law will advocate for you on every level. Jeanette is knowledgeable, experienced, and a straight shooter. Be p...repared to do your part and provide the details and framework needed to truly partner with her throughout the process. Her expertise lays a strong foundation for achieving the best possible outcome. Choose Zissis Law and trust the process.

This woman was recommended by a male friend. She did his divorce 20+ years ago. I am very articulate. I told her upfront what my case is about and what I was looking to do and in what time frame. We met for a consultation. Most attorneys offered free consultations. She charged $250. I was hesitant ...but if I hired her, I knew it would go toward the retainer. So after I started talking about my case...she started saying all this strange comments - like she never heard what I said before. This was after a very detailed email by me. She had a tone of being accusatory ... like I'm a criminal. She kept saying, I don't work with clients who do this, or who do that, etc. Like she only wanted to take on cases that were amicable and very, very simple. But charging premium prices. I'm a professional woman who was married to a sociopath. I was looking for someone to watch my back...not accuse me. Then I catch her rolling her eyes at me and then she LIED about doing so! I told her upfront this was a timely issue. She then began saying she couldn;t touch my case for two months, blah, blah, blah. I asked her why she didn;t tell me that up front BEFORE i made the appt. BEFORE i handed her a check for $250 which she asks for upfront, by the way. And she didn't respond. What this person did do, was cash my check (a single mother with very little income) and THEN send me an email about how she didn't think she'd be a good fit for me. To me, there is no integrity nor honor with this person. Stay away.

I would recommend Jeannette Zissis to anyone who is having to go through a divorce. Jeannette was very respectful and extremely knowledgeable. She listened to me and heard my concerns and then would advise without being pushy. Jeannette always kept my best interests first and foremost. I had many... questions and she always took the time to explain every detail. She got me through this difficult situation quickly without prolonging the process. When telling friends about the outcome of my divorce, they were amazed at the settlement Jeannette was able to work out for me. She made the process relatively painless for me. I looked upon Jeannette as a friend and she took the time to listen and treat me like a friend. I will not forget what she did for me.

I had to go through 3 attorneys in a divorce and custody case who's main concern was how much they could bill you. Two were big firms and one independent. I thank God i was referred to Jeannette Zissis. As a father going through a divorce with a young child it is a very stressful and emotional ti...me. Jeannette really cares about you,she is compassionate, listens to your thoughts and concerns. She will advise you of your options or course of action that can be taken and what she thinks is best. You will decide how to proceed. If she doesn't agree and thinks it will harm you,she will let you know but also explain why it's not in your or your child's best interests. If you are a father with a child in divorce court you are at a disadvantage. Jeannette has the experience in divorce court to help you get a better outcome, she helped me get joint custody. Jeannette will fight for you and isn't afraid to go up against any lawyer.

I was married to a controlling and abusive husband and I didn't know what to do or how to do it. Jeannette Zissis was a lifesaver through this awful process. She helped me make decisions and showed me options when I was too upset to think clearly. She wasn't afraid of my ( thank god now ex) husban...d or his big fancy attorneys. She is a great person, and I would refer anyone I know who is contemplating divorce.