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 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 Kathleen | August 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank goodness for Joanna!

Joanna just handled my divorce case and I couldn't be happier. My ex made things take longer than necessary and Joanna really went above and beyond and did extra work to make sure we were ready for every situation. She never let me down and was alway prepared. From our first meeting she was down to e...arth and made me feel like I was talking to a friend. An extremely educated friend. Also, the rest of the team, Jayme in particular, was just as nice and helpful. I will recommend Joanna time and time again.

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Wasteful

Having an attorney didn't help, or was unnecessary. Or I had the wrong laywer on my case. In the small amount of contact I had with her, settling was the topic. I don't think she asked the right questions to actually work my case, or it wasn't a valid argument on my end, either way, this advice I sh...ould've been given. Maybe i should hace done research online or consulted more? Overall, I was dissatisfied, I felt like I had no voice in court. I wasn't advised the judge could have already decided upon my arrival. Which left little room for negotiations, per my attorneys advice. So, even with having a standing order already in place. I am disappointed & felt unheard wit no true advocate. Hopefully as time goes, for the sake of others, Joanna will gain experience in this area. I will be consulting others, just to verify the outcome of this case. Best of Luck $

Joanna Schiaffo

Replied last February 18, 2016

I believe myself to be a tireless advocate for my clients and strive for their satisfaction. I approach each case individually, and through my communication with a client, determine what is most favorable for him or her based on his or her individual needs and desired strategy. I eagerly communicate with clients, by phone, email and face-to-face contact, in order to address each concern. I will take your review into consideration in my future practice, however, I must emphasize that my course of conduct is largely dictated upon a client’s expressed preferences.

Posted by Orlando | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A-Class Divorce Attorney

Well as anyone who has been thru a divorce knows it's no laughing matter or should be taken lightly. Especially when it comes to me seems nothing went by the normal or easy. I really studied and narrowed my search down to 3 law firms so now I'm meeting with Rachel Cotrino and before I left her office... I knew she was my attorney and the search for legal counsel was over. I then started speaking over phone conferences with Joanna. She took over my case and from there on out putting together what I have to say was the most best possible outcome and settlement I could have gotten. No detail was left out and I mean everything was covered from start to end. Nothing short of Perfection and Professionalism is what I see when I meet Joanna after months of telephone conversations. Wow I couldn't have been more pleased and at ease knowing she was on my side. I truly was very fortunate to pick the right team for what is most definitely a exhausting and emotional life experience. I Thank You Joanna truly from the bottom of my heart ! Joanna Schiaffo from the office of Rachel Cotrino is with out a doubt Class -A representation when it comes to legal counsel. You will not be disappointed.

Posted by Kimberly | February 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Kind,Caring always put me at ease

Joanna helped me thru one of the hardest things that I every had to do in my life. She did it with compassion and was always professional. Joanna always returned my phone calls in a timely manner. She always gave me all the options and then let me make the decisions that i was most comfortable wit...h and was in my best interest. She always had a calming tone in her voice that helped me know that is was doing what was right for me and my son. When it came time to go to court to finalize my divorce Joanna was not just my attorney who represented me but she was a great comfort and helped me thru that day with kindness, and compassion as well helping me thru the day withe ease like a friend would. I have no regrets and am very happy with the out come of that day and my choice in divorce attorney.

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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

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