Krista Birger Trani

Krista Birger Trani

3.8
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

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Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 20 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2005

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Krista Birger Trani's Reviews

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3.8 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by Andrew | July 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Patient and Understanding

A divorce is emotionally devastating, Ms. Trani prevented mine from being financially devastating as well. During my entire ordeal it was reassuring to have an attorney who was not only competent, but incredibly patient with me when I repeatedly called in a panic over new situations as they arose. M...y case was handled in a manner in which I never felt like "just another client." My case is settled, I have custody of my children, and I thank Ms.Trani for helping me rebuild my life.

Posted by Andrew | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

She is very patient and explains everything so it's easy to understand

I am not very knowledgeable about child custody law. Mrs Trani sat down with me and explained each possible scenario and its probable outcome. She was able to answer my questions in a way that I could understand. I followed her advice, and I am very happy with the outcome of my hearing. I would ...definitely use her services again!

Posted by Garry | May 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Money well spent

I had been overpaying my support for many years. When I lost the regular overtime offered by my employer, I sought a reduction of my child support and alimony. I tried to handle the situation on my own, but I really didn't get far with the courts. I kept getting shut down and barely got an opportunit...y to speak to the judge. I consulted with several lawyers before finding Krista. She was the first lawyer who actually listened to me. She spent almost 2 hours with me at our first meeting. She had asked me to bring my financial information to the appointment and she looked through all of it and made some calculations to show me what the outcome of my case might be. She didn't charge me for the consultation and spent much more time with me than I ever would have expected. Her fee was very reasonable compared to other lawyers that I had consulted and she was willing to work out payments with me. I hired her that day to represent me in court. She got my support payments dropped which has given me room to breathe again. Hiring Krista is definitely money well spent.

Posted by Shari | May 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Competent Counsel

I recently hired Ms. Trani for 2 separate cases -- support and domestic abuse. I was very nervous and upset, but she spent the time to talk to me and make me feel at ease. She handled all of my court documents and won both of my cases for me. I could not have done it without her. I am very happy with... the assistance she provided me and will be hiring her to handle my divorce in the future..

Posted by anonymous | October 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Do Not Hire

Absolute lack of communication the last six months, acted as more of a relay between the other party and new than as a lawyer. Was told she would call and rarely did. Dragged out the case far longer than needed. Recieved a letter saying my case had been handed off to another lawyerwith zero notice, a...nd that she was no longer employed. Her reputation is destroyed with me, and I will be seeking another firm to handle my case.

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Awesome Attorney, South Jersey Magazine

2015

Top Attorney, SJ Magazine

2014

Top Attorney, SJ Magazine

2013

Top Attorney, SJ Magazine

2013

Awesome Attorney, South Jersey Magazine

2013

Best Program Award, Thomas S. Forkin Family Law American Inn of Court

2012

Top Attorney, SJ Magazine

2008

Gail E. Chester Outstanding Attorney Award, Legal Services of New Jersey

2008

Best Program Award, Thomas S. Forkin Family Law American Inn of Court

2004

Pro Bono Publico Award, Rutgers School of Law - Camden

2003

Mary Philbrook Student Public Interest Award, Rutgers School of Law - Camden

Work Experience

2011 - 2015

Associate, Helmer, Conley & Kasselman, P.A.

2004 - 2011

Member, Burlington and Atlantic City Domestic Violence Working Groups

2004 - 2004

Law Clerk, Wizmur, Gordon & Finberg, LLP

2004 - 2011

Staff Attorney, South Jersey Legal Services, Inc.

Associations

Burlington County Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2009

Thomas Forkin Family Law American Inn of Court

Member

Education

2004

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Rutgers University, Camden

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Family Law Potpourri

Family Law Potpourri

2008

Out of Order

Out of Order

Publications

2015

Continuing Legal Education Seminar publication Domestic Violence: Criminal & Family Law Approaches

Languages

English

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