Joanna Schiaffo

Joanna Schiaffo

4.6
Rating: 7.8

Licensed for 13 years

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 10 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2015

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Licensed in New Jersey for 13 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2013

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Joanna Schiaffo's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kimberley | September 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce Matter

Joanna was amazing through my divorce process. She was extremely compassionate with my situation and made this unfortunate life event as pleasant as possible. She was knowledgeable with all aspects of my divorce. Very responsive to all inquiries. On the day of court she made me feel at ease and I... felt nothing but confident in the proceedings. She was well prepared and what we thought was going to be prolonged we were able to come to a final agreement and everything was finalized. The 7-8 month process was difficult for me but having Joanna represent me kept me at peace. I would highly recommend her.

Joanna Schiaffo

Replied last September 19, 2017

Thanks, Kim. It was a pleasure working with you and I wish you the best.

Posted by Carol | August 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney

Joanna Schiaffo helped me through the always difficult divorce process. She listened, assessed my needs, always responded quickly to my emails/phone calls, and provided the knowledgeable support I needed. She is personable, direct, and stood up for me and my rights. I felt Joanna treated me with r...espect and I felt confident in her abilities. She is easy to talk to and really listened to me. Joanna is an attorney you can depend on to do her job very well.

Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Dependable, hardworking attorney

Joanna has represented me for the past two years really can't say enough positive things about her and the law firm she works with. She and her paralegals are always quick with their responses and always seem to remember the important details of your individual case no matter how long it's been. S...he is compassionate towards her clients but can still stand her ground against the other party, and thankfully she will be honest and realistic when needed. I am so grateful to have found her because I'll likely be needing her services for the next few years!

Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2017 | Child Abuse

Misleading

I called out of work to seek a lawyer and was able to make an appointment for 1pm. In her profile it stated she has worked closely with cases involving CPS/DYFS. I made the office aware when making the appointment of my current situation, when I arrived I was told by her she does not accept open DYFS... cases. I was mislead by her profile and Secretary that answered and now wasted the better half of my day I could've found council elsewhere.

Posted by Gabriel | February 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Top notch caring lawyer

Joanna did an excellant job with my case. She showed compassion to my cause. She was attentive and just plain nice. Her legal assistant viki was on top of all my questions and her respond time was superb. Never waited to long for a responce. My daughter and I are very happy with the outcome of our ca...se. They both work very hard to make sure all parties involved are happy. I no longer have to search for a family lawyer. She and her assistant are the only game in town for a guy like me. Thank you again you women are WONDERFUL to work with.

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Joanna Schiaffo's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sarina Gianna

Unknown lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Agnieszka Rybar

Family lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Joanna is a zealous and compassionate advocate for her clients while at the same time maintaining a civil and respectful demeanor towards her adversaries and opposing parties. Joanna is an excellent negotiator, but is not afraid to argue the case before a judge if necessary. I highly recommend her."

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H. Tiffany Weiner

Child custody lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer with great pleasure. Joanna was a court appointed guardian ad litem in a highly contested divorce matter by one of the most well respected judges on the ocean county family bench. Before Joanna became involved in the case, there was little hope of avoiding a trial. Through Joanna's efforts and expertise, we managed to resolve the major issue preventing settlement which centered around custody and parenting time. Joanna fulfilled her duties in exemplary fashion. Joanna is an expert in her field, highly knowledgable and very well regarded by her peers."

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Kevin Falkenstein

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Joanna has an extensive knowledge of family law and is a great advocate for her client's. Joanna fights for her clients, but is also willing and able to work with her adversaries to reach a fair settlement for her clients."

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Mario Brown

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joanna is an excellent attorney and a spirited advocate for her clients. She is knowledgeable, reliable, responsive, and demonstrates a steadfast determination to secure the most favorable outcome for her clients in all aspects of family law. She is quickly earning a reputation across New Jersey as a reliable force in the family law community, and I am proud to endorse her!"

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Robert Black

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joanna is a top notch advocate on behalf of her clients. I would be comfortable recommending her to any of my former or existing clients. Her compassion, intelligence, skills and diligence make her one of the better lawyers in her field in my opinion."

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Andrew Fischer

Family lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Joanna is an excellent attorney. She's well versed in all aspects of family law and knows how to achieve good results for her clients. I endorse Joanna without reservation."

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Experience

Rating:  7.8 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Associate, Law Office of Rachel S. Cotrino, LLC

2013 - 2015

Associate, DeNoia & Tambasco, LLC

2012 - 2013

Law Clerk to the Honorable John R. Tassini, J.S.C., Superior Court of New Jersey

2011 - 2012

Clerk, The Law Offices of Black and Older

2010 - 2010

Law Clerk, Honorable John P. Fullman

Associations

2013 - Present

Haydn Proctor Inn of Court

Member

2012 - Present

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

Education

2012

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Hobart and William Smith Colleges

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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