https://www.serralawgroup.com/on-line-legal-services-2https://www.serralawgroup.com/on-line-legal-services-2Managing Partner and Founder, Serra Law Group and the on-line legal services platform called Smart Law
EDUCATION
Seton Hall University School of Law, Newark, NJ
Juris Doctorate Degree 1988, Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Law Review
Drew University, Madison, NJ
B.A. Economics 1983
Omicron Delta Epsilon (Economic Honor Society)
The Center for Social Gerontology, Ann Arbor, MI, Certification in Adult Guardianship and Family Mediation 2003
Seton Hall University, Institute for Dispute Resolution, Montclair, NJ, Certification in Divorce Mediation 1997
EXPERIENCE
Serra Law Group, Whitehouse Station, NJ 2014 – Founder of an innovative general law practice offering traditional and on-line legal services. Practice areas include Elder & Disability Law, Guardianship, Family Law, Personal Injury, Estate Planning, Probate and Estate Administration, Special Needs Trust, Real Estate Closings and Mediation. Developer of Smart Law, an on-line legal services platform that is simple and efficient to use at a fraction of the cost.
Whitehouse Preparatory School, Co-Founder and President, Whitehouse Station, NJ 2009 – Present.
Manage and oversee operations of a private school for children ages 2 ½ through 6 including Policy development, financial accounting and reporting and regulatory compliance.
SerraWeiss Guardianship Law Center, Pennington, NJ 2001 – 2014
Law and mediation practice with a focus on guardianship and estate matters.
Office of the Public Guardian for Elderly Adults, General Counsel, Trenton, NJ 1999 – 2001
Provided legal counsel to the Public Guardian and support staff (legal, financial and social); established and implemented policies for handling of all aspects of guardianship matters; provide legal advice and counsel relative to 500 plus guardianship cases.
Anthony J. Serra, Attorney at Law, Whitehouse Station, NJ 1990 – 1999
Solo/general practice of law including real estate, matrimonial, municipal, land use, elder law, estate planning, probate and civil litigation.
CIVIC INVOLVEMENT
Trustee, Life St. Francis (PACE Program), Trenton, NJ 2014 – Present
Member, District XIII Ethics Committee, New Jersey Supreme Court 2014 – Present
Co- Founder & President, Volunteer Guardianship One on One, Inc., Flemington, NJ 1996 – 2013
Board Member, Hunterdon Central Regional High School, Flemington, NJ 1996 – 2013
Board Member, Hunterdon Helpline, Inc., Flemington, NJ 1991 – 1994
MEMBERSHIPS
New Jersey State and Federal Bar Associations
Mercer County Bar Association
Hunterdon County Bar Association
Roster of Court Approved Mediators and Mentors
Recent Blog Posts
Why You Need a Power of Attorney and Living Will in Addition to a Will
Do I Need a Living Trust?
Can We Challenge My Dad’s Second Will That Cut Off My Mom?
What Should Be Done After the First Spouse’s Death in NJ?
What is a Surety Bond and When is it Necessary in NJ?
Recommendations
- Dear Tony, I wanted to follow up and say what a pleasure it was to meet you and to see Paul. I am so touched to see you helping someone like that—most people would never take on something like that. Given all the events in the world today, seeing what you are doing creates such a sense of hope i...
- Tony, Thank you very much for all your works, Wei-Gang is very lucky to have you as his guardian and thank you for letting me know that my two sons can have some benefits too, every penny helps, I will contact the person soon.
- Dear Mr. Serra, It is seldom that someone will go out of their way to help another person as you have helped me. I know your time is very valuable, and you spent extra time making phone calls regarding my situation. . . . thank you again for all your help.
- Dear Mr. Serra, Thank you again for all of your hard work and guidance. We really appreciate your help!
- Dear Tony and staff, Thanks so much for taking our case. Congratulations on our victory! God bless all of you.
- Dear Mr. Serra, Just a few words to thank you for helping and being so kind to me.
- We will never forget you for all your help and kindness in getting the QIT [Miller Trust] set up for our uncle. Because of your kindness and generosity, [our uncle] is now on Medicaid and enrolled in a [Medicaid program]! It has already made a difference in his quality of life and a very positiv...
- We had a great experience working with Serra Law Group in our estate planning. The process was timely, easy to manage and the staff were highly responsive. Each person we were in contact with was friendly as well. We highly recommend!
- Super easy to get wills, durable power of attorney, and living wills. We worked initially with Mary DeLessio who clarified everything in simple (not "legalise") terms for me and ensured everything was exactly how we want it. Tony Serra met with us for signing and witnessing. Easy, efficient, and ...