
Elaina Monte
Cheektowaga, NY
N/A
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English
About
I believe that being an attorney is more than just advising clients on the law and appearing in Court. As a Matrimonial and Family Law attorney, I believe in establishing a close rapport with my clients, knowing their genuine needs and concerns, and counseling them in times when they are most vulnerable. I want my clients to know that I truly care about the outcome of their case, and doing my best to obtain results that are in their best interests and that of their children. I was born and raised in Buffalo, New York, where the majority of my family continues to reside. My parents are hard-working people who took on many jobs throughout my childhood to send my sister and I to private schools and give us many advantages that we wouldn't otherwise have if it weren't for their hard work and dedication. I am the first person in my family to attend and complete college. My parents, as middle-class folks, always stressed the importance of treating people as I would want to be treated, regardless of gender, religion, race, age, disability, social status, sexual orientation, and the like. All of my grandparents immigrated to the United States from Sicily and Poland, respectively, and worked hard to establish a life in the US. I was raised with patriotism and respect for our servicemembers, and currently have family in active deployment. The importance of education was always a focus in my home, but my parents also encouraged our involvement in sports and extracurriculars. I have played competitive sports my whole life, particularly basketball and softball. My father played AAA baseball and my my younger sister obtained her advanced degree in neuroscience by attending college on a basketball scholarship. I have always enjoyed reading and writing poetry, and I was first published in a national magazine at age five. I am highly supportive of the United States Military and actively participate in projects to benefit War Veterans. I consistently donate to organizations that support world literacy, veterans, and animal shelters. I worked full-time as a Project Coordinator for The Home Depot for ten years while I attended undergrad and law school. I have worked with architects, contractors, and homeowners on any project you can think of, but particularly entire kitchen/bath ronnovation, flooring installation, plumbing, and electrical projects. I love physical labor and I like to get dirty. It's therapeutic. My upbringing and experience has taught me the importance of hard work, healthy competition, but also working as a team. Equally important, I have also learned the importance of family, friendship, and respect. I pride myself in my work as an attorney, and take care to provide each client with quality representation. Many clients have stated their appreciation that I am "real". where I give straightforward, understandable advice. Being an attorney is one of the MANY things that define me, as result of hard work and persistence. It's my goal to continue that hard work and persistence throughout my career.
Practices Areas
Child custody
Child support
Divorce and separation
Family
Language
English
Contact
Elaina M. Monte, Attorney at Law2560 Walden AvenueSuite 110Cheektowaga, NY, 14225 Office (716) 901-7778 Fax (716) 901-7768 Mobile (716) 341-9949 2560 Walden AvenueSuite 110Suite 110Cheektowaga, NY, 14225 Office (716) 901-7778(716) 901-7778 Fax (716) 901-7768(716) 901-7768 Mobile (716) 341-9949(716) 341-9949
Office: (716) 477-3018
Website: N/AReviews
Elaina has represented me in my divorce proceedings and is still currently. Multiple times, she’s offered key advice and made concessions that make sense to try and come to agreement with my ex-spouse. She’s had timely and relevant discussion with me regarding finances and concessions I’m willing to make. She’s also made recommendations that, while tough to swallow, have been important and helpful to moving my case along. Her solid relationship with the AFC and the law clerk have helped tremendously on my case.
I hired Elaina when I was going through a custody battle and of all the things I could say about her, the one I'll focus on is that in a time when everything felt so uncertain, she really listened. She really cared. I didn't feel like a client, I felt like I had someone on my side who was truly invested in the outcome of my situation. I can't express clearly enough the value of that and I truly believe that's a rare quality in a person in this field. I never for a moment felt like she was counting minutes for billing, which is something I often hear of other's experiences in situations where you have to retain legal counsel. If you want someone who will fight for you like you've known each other for years, this is your lawyer.
I could not have hired anyone with more expertise and compassion during my divorce. I'm so thankful that she took my case while I was having a complete melt down. I would highly recommend Elaina Monte to represent them while making this life major changing decision in their life.
Elaina is the best attorney ever! She is dedicated to her work and takes care of each client with passion, expertise and quickly. I highly recommend her!
I could not have asked for better representation during my divorce proceedings. Elaina's professionalism, experience and understanding of the process was clear. It was very reassuring that I had the right lawyer on my side. I cannot recommend her highly enough for the work she did for me.
Ms. Monte handled my divorce efficiently and compassionately. She handled everything well and during a pandemic.
Elaina Monte is the best attorney that I have ever had, and is an even better human being. Always honest. No sugar coating here. Upfront, attentive, and extremely helpful on so many levels. I would recommend her services to anyone who is looking for a top echelon lawyer.
Ms. Monte is AMAZING and I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! I went through two lawyers, spending thousands in my child custody battle for those lawyers to do nothing until I was introduced to her. She told me how it was, it terms any "normal" person going through a traumatic experience would understand. Straight forward and fought for me like no lawyer ever has before. She is intelligent and knows how to word all those tricky court room things that I was no good at!!! She always made me feel comfortable, which at the time was something hard to feel. If I had to do it all over again I would choose Ms. Monte from the start!!!!
I hate the fact that we had to hire an attorney- child custody/child support has been the most stressful thing as a parent. The only positive thing about court is having someone as strong willed, caring and ad dedicated as Elaina. She sees everything for what it's worth, gives you advice even if it's not always what you want to hear but is always looking out for her clients. She's set up weekend calls/meetings precovid because it worked best for our schedule. She goes above and beyond for her clients and I truly don't think we would have gotten the custody agreement we have now with any other lawyer!
Elaina Monte is one of the few attorneys I have ever dealt with who is approachable, honest, and not money hungry. I cannot imagine the toll it takes to be a business owner in a pandemic, juggling hundreds of clients during the most emotionally draining period of their lives, while maintaining any degree of normalcy. Elaina helped me in ways that I cannot begin to describe. She stood up for me at a time that I was struggling to find my own voice. She didn’t back down when I would have crumbled. Sure, unforeseen circumstances and negative reactions from the opposing side created hurdles and dragged things out. But throughout that process, Elaina gave me her honest (not profit-driven) opinion, and even went as far as just being emotionally supportive and encouraging outside of the case too. I would recommend her to anyone who is feeling swallowed by the fear and anxiety that a divorce can throw at you. She will treat you like a person, not a transaction.
Elaina has represented me in my divorce proceedings and is still currently. Multiple times, she’s offered key advice and made concessions that make sense to try and come to agreement with my ex-spouse. She’s had timely and relevant discussion with me regarding finances and concessions I’m willing to make. She’s also made recommendations that, while tough to swallow, have been important and helpful to moving my case along. Her solid relationship with the AFC and the law clerk have helped tremendously on my case.
I hired Elaina when I was going through a custody battle and of all the things I could say about her, the one I'll focus on is that in a time when everything felt so uncertain, she really listened. She really cared. I didn't feel like a client, I felt like I had someone on my side who was truly invested in the outcome of my situation. I can't express clearly enough the value of that and I truly believe that's a rare quality in a person in this field. I never for a moment felt like she was counting minutes for billing, which is something I often hear of other's experiences in situations where you have to retain legal counsel. If you want someone who will fight for you like you've known each other for years, this is your lawyer.
I could not have hired anyone with more expertise and compassion during my divorce. I'm so thankful that she took my case while I was having a complete melt down. I would highly recommend Elaina Monte to represent them while making this life major changing decision in their life.
Elaina is the best attorney ever! She is dedicated to her work and takes care of each client with passion, expertise and quickly. I highly recommend her!
I could not have asked for better representation during my divorce proceedings. Elaina's professionalism, experience and understanding of the process was clear. It was very reassuring that I had the right lawyer on my side. I cannot recommend her highly enough for the work she did for me.
Ms. Monte handled my divorce efficiently and compassionately. She handled everything well and during a pandemic.
Elaina Monte is the best attorney that I have ever had, and is an even better human being. Always honest. No sugar coating here. Upfront, attentive, and extremely helpful on so many levels. I would recommend her services to anyone who is looking for a top echelon lawyer.
Ms. Monte is AMAZING and I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! I went through two lawyers, spending thousands in my child custody battle for those lawyers to do nothing until I was introduced to her. She told me how it was, it terms any "normal" person going through a traumatic experience would understand. Straight forward and fought for me like no lawyer ever has before. She is intelligent and knows how to word all those tricky court room things that I was no good at!!! She always made me feel comfortable, which at the time was something hard to feel. If I had to do it all over again I would choose Ms. Monte from the start!!!!
I hate the fact that we had to hire an attorney- child custody/child support has been the most stressful thing as a parent. The only positive thing about court is having someone as strong willed, caring and ad dedicated as Elaina. She sees everything for what it's worth, gives you advice even if it's not always what you want to hear but is always looking out for her clients. She's set up weekend calls/meetings precovid because it worked best for our schedule. She goes above and beyond for her clients and I truly don't think we would have gotten the custody agreement we have now with any other lawyer!
Elaina Monte is one of the few attorneys I have ever dealt with who is approachable, honest, and not money hungry. I cannot imagine the toll it takes to be a business owner in a pandemic, juggling hundreds of clients during the most emotionally draining period of their lives, while maintaining any degree of normalcy. Elaina helped me in ways that I cannot begin to describe. She stood up for me at a time that I was struggling to find my own voice. She didn’t back down when I would have crumbled. Sure, unforeseen circumstances and negative reactions from the opposing side created hurdles and dragged things out. But throughout that process, Elaina gave me her honest (not profit-driven) opinion, and even went as far as just being emotionally supportive and encouraging outside of the case too. I would recommend her to anyone who is feeling swallowed by the fear and anxiety that a divorce can throw at you. She will treat you like a person, not a transaction.
Elaina has represented me in my divorce proceedings and is still currently. Multiple times, she’s offered key advice and made concessions that make sense to try and come to agreement with my ex-spouse. She’s had timely and relevant discussion with me regarding finances and concessions I’m willing to make. She’s also made recommendations that, while tough to swallow, have been important and helpful to moving my case along. Her solid relationship with the AFC and the law clerk have helped tremendously on my case.
I hired Elaina when I was going through a custody battle and of all the things I could say about her, the one I'll focus on is that in a time when everything felt so uncertain, she really listened. She really cared. I didn't feel like a client, I felt like I had someone on my side who was truly invested in the outcome of my situation. I can't express clearly enough the value of that and I truly believe that's a rare quality in a person in this field. I never for a moment felt like she was counting minutes for billing, which is something I often hear of other's experiences in situations where you have to retain legal counsel. If you want someone who will fight for you like you've known each other for years, this is your lawyer.
I could not have hired anyone with more expertise and compassion during my divorce. I'm so thankful that she took my case while I was having a complete melt down. I would highly recommend Elaina Monte to represent them while making this life major changing decision in their life.
Elaina is the best attorney ever! She is dedicated to her work and takes care of each client with passion, expertise and quickly. I highly recommend her!
I could not have asked for better representation during my divorce proceedings. Elaina's professionalism, experience and understanding of the process was clear. It was very reassuring that I had the right lawyer on my side. I cannot recommend her highly enough for the work she did for me.
Ms. Monte handled my divorce efficiently and compassionately. She handled everything well and during a pandemic.
Elaina Monte is the best attorney that I have ever had, and is an even better human being. Always honest. No sugar coating here. Upfront, attentive, and extremely helpful on so many levels. I would recommend her services to anyone who is looking for a top echelon lawyer.
Ms. Monte is AMAZING and I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! I went through two lawyers, spending thousands in my child custody battle for those lawyers to do nothing until I was introduced to her. She told me how it was, it terms any "normal" person going through a traumatic experience would understand. Straight forward and fought for me like no lawyer ever has before. She is intelligent and knows how to word all those tricky court room things that I was no good at!!! She always made me feel comfortable, which at the time was something hard to feel. If I had to do it all over again I would choose Ms. Monte from the start!!!!
I hate the fact that we had to hire an attorney- child custody/child support has been the most stressful thing as a parent. The only positive thing about court is having someone as strong willed, caring and ad dedicated as Elaina. She sees everything for what it's worth, gives you advice even if it's not always what you want to hear but is always looking out for her clients. She's set up weekend calls/meetings precovid because it worked best for our schedule. She goes above and beyond for her clients and I truly don't think we would have gotten the custody agreement we have now with any other lawyer!
Elaina Monte is one of the few attorneys I have ever dealt with who is approachable, honest, and not money hungry. I cannot imagine the toll it takes to be a business owner in a pandemic, juggling hundreds of clients during the most emotionally draining period of their lives, while maintaining any degree of normalcy. Elaina helped me in ways that I cannot begin to describe. She stood up for me at a time that I was struggling to find my own voice. She didn’t back down when I would have crumbled. Sure, unforeseen circumstances and negative reactions from the opposing side created hurdles and dragged things out. But throughout that process, Elaina gave me her honest (not profit-driven) opinion, and even went as far as just being emotionally supportive and encouraging outside of the case too. I would recommend her to anyone who is feeling swallowed by the fear and anxiety that a divorce can throw at you. She will treat you like a person, not a transaction.