Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Hawthorne, NJ
De Sena & Petro is a general civil law practice with over 35 years of experience serving clients in New Jersey and New York. Our attorneys specialize in family and divorce law, civil litigation, real estate matters, land use and zoning, wills and estates, and business transactions. We prioritize client education, transparent communication, and tailored legal strategies to achieve favorable outcomes. Our team collaborates across practice areas to provide comprehensive representation, combining decades of experience with a commitment to ethical advocacy.We serve individuals, families, and businesses of all sizes, offering zealous representation in court and strategic guidance during negotiations. Our goal is to build long-term client relationships by delivering results-driven legal solutions while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.
Services
Family Law
Civil Litigation
Real Estate Law
Land Use Zoning
Wills & Estates
Business Transactions
Debt Collection
Personal Injury
Municipal Court Representation
Landlord-Tenant Law
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in diverse legal practice areas
- Our team provides client-focused representation with transparent communication
- We combine ethical advocacy with practical, results-driven legal strategies
- Our attorneys collaborate across specialties for comprehensive solutions
- We serve all New Jersey counties and select New York regions
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles contested and uncontested divorces, child custody, alimony, and property division. We provide compassionate representation for sensitive matters including domestic violence and adoption. Our attorneys guide clients through complex family legal issues with discretion and expertise.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in business disputes, contract breaches, and commercial litigation. Our approach combines aggressive courtroom advocacy with strategic settlement negotiations to protect client interests in corporate and civil matters involving fraud, warranties, and business dissolution.
Real Estate Law
Our real estate services cover commercial and residential transactions, landlord-tenant disputes, lease agreements, and property tax appeals. We assist buyers, sellers, and landlords with all aspects of real estate law including zoning compliance and contract negotiations.
Land Use Zoning
We represent property owners before municipal planning boards and zoning commissions. Our services include variance applications, land use ordinance interpretation, and appeals for denied land development proposals across New Jersey municipalities.
Wills & Estates
We offer comprehensive estate planning services including wills, trusts, living wills, and durable powers of attorney. Our practice covers probate administration, estate tax planning, and guardianship proceedings to protect client assets and family interests.
Questions
What practice areas does De Sena & Petro specialize in?
We specialize in family law, civil litigation, real estate, land use zoning, wills and estates, business transactions, and municipal court representation.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all legal matters to discuss your specific needs and concerns.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We serve all New Jersey counties and select New York regions including Westchester, Rockland, and Orange counties.
How does your firm approach client communication?
We prioritize transparent communication, timely responses, and client education throughout every stage of the legal process.
Can you handle complex litigation cases?
Yes, our experienced litigators handle complex civil, corporate, and business disputes with strategic courtroom advocacy.
What makes your estate planning services unique?
We offer comprehensive estate planning that includes wills, trusts, tax considerations, and asset protection strategies tailored to individual needs.
