Law Office of Janet L. Porro Licensed in the States of New Jersey & New York 20 Lincoln Park Road Pequannock, NJ 07440
Telephone: 866-787-2982
Fax: 973-692-0014
Client Quotes
How can I ever thank you enough. You took the time to explain the entire process to me. You always made me feel as though I, as well as my children, were a priority for you. You have no idea how much I appreciated that. You did a great job!
With loving support from family and friends plus a compassionate lawyer, I was able to “survive” the divorce process. Thank you for always being available for legal advice and direction.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the fine job you did representing me. I would not hesitate to recommend you to my family and friends.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart in helping me out of a terrible lifestyle. I’ve learned a lot from you. You are the only lawyer I’ve dealt with to take my fears and concerns for real. Thank you for ending it as quickly and as painless as possible under the circumstances.
JANET L. PORRO, ESQ.
20 Lincoln Park Road Pequannock, New Jersey 07440 P: 973-692-0010 F: 973-692-0014
Curriculum Vitae
Educational Background
Rutgers Law School, Newark, N.J. JD 1985
Suma Cum Laude and Honors Program Graduate
Rutgers University, Newark , N.J. BA 1982
Global University, Springfield Mo.
(non-matriculating) 1999 - present
University of Cambridge - Certification in Risk Management for Churches and Schools 2003
Concentration of Practice
Family Law
Extensive experience in the litigation of matrimonial matters, child custody and interstate child custody removal litigation, spousal support, domestic violence litigation, juvenile matters, partnership law and adoptions.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Extensive experience in the Mediation of matrimonial and child custody issues and mediation of non-profit organization disputes.
Non-Profit Organizations
Extensive experience in the area of tax exempt/non-profit organizations, including filing for federal and state tax exempt status and risk management.
Adjunct Professor
Fairleigh Dickinson University, Paralegal Studies Program, Family Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution
Speaking Engagements
Adjunct Professor, Berkeley College, Paramus, New Jersey , Business Law 2005
Battered Women's Legal Advocacy Program, lecturer, training session for new volunteer attorneys seeking admission to the program 2004
Battered Women's Legal Advocacy Program, lecturer, training session for new volunteer attorneys seeking admission to the program 2002
Battered Women's Legal Advocacy Program, lecturer, training session for new volunteer attorneys seeking admission to the program 2000
Child Support and the impact of Custody Plans on such, The Julie Briggs Show, WMTR Radio, January 1998
Parenting Issues and Domestic Violence Issues affecting Same Sex Couples, The Resource Center for Women, Summit, New Jersey, May 1998
Sexual Assault - Rape Awareness Week - Drew University, October 1997
Domestic Violence Litigation, United Jewish Federation of Metrowest, Training of Attorneys for participation in program, June 1997
Litigation of Domestic Violence Cases, Legal Aid Society of Morris County, attorney training session, Edison, New Jersey, June 1997
Issues for Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse, CONTACT Emergency Hotline Training Session, for Hotline Volunteers, Morris County, March 1997
Domestic Violence and its' Impact Upon Children and Divorce Proceedings, Julie Briggs Show, WMTR Radio, March 1997
Women's Issues: Domestic Violence and Sexual Harassment, Overcoming Obstacles in the Legal System; American Association of University Women, December 1996
Career Day, Union School, Rutherford, New Jersey March 1997
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