In addition to her trusts and estates practice, Deanna brings a broad litigation background that includes fiduciary and estate litigation, commercial litigation, personal injury defense, family law matters, and criminal law experience. This diverse foundation allows her to approach legal matters with a strategic perspective and a practical understanding of how disputes may develop and be resolved.
A graduate of Rutgers Law School, Deanna began her legal career serving as a law clerk to the Honorable David H. Ironson, J.S.C. (Ret.), in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris County, Criminal Division. During her clerkship, she gained valuable courtroom experience and insight into judicial decision-making, which continues to inform her advocacy on behalf of clients today.
Deanna is committed to providing thoughtful, personalized counsel to clients navigating the often complex and sensitive issues that arise in trust and estate matters. She has been recognized as a New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Star, an honor awarded to a select group of attorneys based on professional achievement and peer recognition, and has been placed on the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, list.
Deanna’s litigation experience provides a valuable perspective in her trusts and estates practice, particularly when family dynamics, contested proceedings, and complex legal issues intersect. Deanna understands that conversations surrounding estate planning, incapacity planning, and the administration of trusts and estates can be difficult. She believes that approaching these conversations with compassion, clarity, and practical guidance helps clients make informed decisions and provides families with greater security and peace of mind.
Email Deanna: dolivero@avelinolaw.com
Rutgers Law School
J.D.
New Jersey