I appreciate the time you are taking to explore and decide on the person who will work best with you. As a Monmouth County divorce attorney and mediator, I focus on family law matters in Monmouth and Ocean counties in New Jersey. Family law matters include the negotiation and mediation of issues relating to divorce and separation, custody and child support, asset and property distribution, and premarital agreements.
I also offer services for real estate transactions (purchases, sales and refinances) and estate planning documents (wills, powers of attorney and advanced medical directives). Dealing with any these is stressful especially separation and divorce and more so when children are involved.
I also offer services for real estate transactions (purchases, sales and refinances) and estate planning documents (wills, powers of attorney and advanced medical directives). Dealing with any these is stressful especially separation and divorce and more so when children are involved.
Services
In an effort to address current health concerns, arrangements can be made for a meeting by telephone or a zoom call. Contact Lorraine at 732-842-6939 for scheduling. The reduced fee is the same for the first meeting. An information sheet will be emailed to you for completion prior to the meeting. Any honor conveyed by the above organizations is based on individual criteria of the organization and is available for review on their website.
Ask someone to describe their divorce and you will hear: awful, painful, expensive, too long, embarrassing and many more of the same negative terms. While never easy, divorce can be better depending on the process you choose. There is an old expression. If you look at every problem as if it were a nail, you only need a hammer.
Mediation is very simply discussions facilitated by a trained professional to draw out the concerns of both parties who are facing a divorce or separation. In mediation, you begin at the very first meeting to determine the information you need to reach an agreement. You obtain exchange and review the information necessary to resolve your financial issues in a private setting.
For many people the decision to separate generally smolders for a long time. Change is hard. You are fearful of the unknown. Impetuous actions can lead to discomfort or regrets. Thoughtful planning can eliminate or minimize the unexpected results. Seeking out an unbiased third party to discuss as many outcomes as possible may be your first best step.
There may be times when a couple decides they will hire attorneys who will speak for them and guide them during the preparation of a written marital settlement agreement. One or both may have decided that mediation or a collaborative divorce process was not the path to choose. They may call this a cooperative process.
Reviews (5)
Elizabeth B.
Sep 13, 2021
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Anna-Maria and her assistant Lorraine were such a pleasure to work with when selling my home. They were always easy to get in touch with via phone, quick to respond via email, and consistently helpful answering questions and explaining documents. They made selling my home seamless and pain free! I cannot recommend Anna-Maria's services enough. You won't be disappointed!
Jeremie Pettit
Jul 16, 2021
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I was introduced to Anna-Maria by a friend who had recently purchased a home and could not have been happier! Buying a home for the first time was very stressful and having someone that knows what they're doing help you through the process was incredibly valuable. Will absolutely use her services for any future needs, and will recommend her to anyone I know looking to purchase a home.
Karen Sun
May 28, 2021
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Steven Brucato
Mar 27, 2021
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Anna Marie handled a very long, very difficult, and very stressful real estate closing for my home in Holmdel. This was a large transaction with a very long closing period and several contingencies. Needless to say, it turned out to be a very, very frustrating experience for us. However, Anna Marie was rock solid, dealt with all the drama and issues without batting an eye, handled some fire breathing angry folks deftly, and moved purposely and carefully through the entire process. She was a steady hand in this long and difficult process. She went far beyond the call of duty, and beyond what I her
Heide Estes
Sep 22, 2020
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Anna-Maria Pittella handled an issue for me and got it done efficiently despite courts being all but closed because of COVID. She works incredibly hard -- she was sending emails the weekend of Thanksgiving, handled everything with the utmost discretion and professionalism, and is friendly and kind to boot. I will be calling on her for future legal needs and recommend her without reservation.
