Aileen Perez-Gjikova, Esq.
Founding Member & Managing Partner
Bar Admissions
- U.S. Supreme Court
- New Jersey & New York State Courts
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
- U.S. District Court - New Jersey
- Southern & Eastern Districts of New York
Bilingual Services
Fluent in English and Spanish
Aileen Perez-Gjikova, Esq., is the Founding Member & Managing Partner of The Law Offices of Perez & Bonomo, LLC. With over two decades of legal experience, she has established herself as one of New Jersey's most respected attorneys, recently achieving the prestigious honor of admission to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States.
Supreme Court Admission
In a career-defining achievement, Ms. Perez-Gjikova was recently admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, sworn in by the Supreme Court Justices in Washington, D.C. This prestigious admission places her among an elite group of attorneys qualified to practice before the nation's highest court.
Education & Early Career
Ms. Perez-Gjikova graduated in the top 10% of her class from CUNY Law School, where she served as Articles Editor for the NYC Law Review. Her academic excellence laid the foundation for a distinguished legal career that has spanned both public service and private practice.
Professional Experience
Before founding her own practice, Ms. Perez-Gjikova served as an attorney with the NYC Law Department, where she gained invaluable experience in municipal law and government litigation. She also served as a Public Defender in Englewood Cliffs, demonstrating her commitment to ensuring equal access to justice for all individuals, regardless of their economic circumstances.
Professional Recognition
Her exceptional legal work has earned numerous accolades:
- Certified Civil Arbitrator
- Bergen Magazine Top 10 Lawyers (2023 Recipient)
- Lawyers of Distinction Award
- Top 10 Attorney - National Academy of Family Law
- Equal Justice Medal Recipient (Multiple Years)
Appellate Experience
The attorneys at Perez and Bonomo have handled multiple appeals before the New Jersey Appellate Division, including drafting appellate briefs, preparing appendices, and presenting oral argument before the court.
Community Involvement & Leadership
Beyond her legal practice, Ms. Perez-Gjikova is dedicated to legal education and community service. She regularly conducts Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs, training other attorneys and sharing her expertise with the legal community.
Areas of Practice
Personal Injury Law
Car accidents, slip & fall, medical malpractice
Workers' Compensation
Workplace injuries and benefits claims
Family Law & Divorce
Custody, support, and property division
Criminal Defense & Municipal Court
Criminal charges, traffic violations, and municipal matters
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Debt relief and fresh start filings
Domestic Violence Protection
Restraining orders and victim advocacy
Consumer Protection
Fraud and unfair business practices
Civil Rights Litigation
Constitutional rights protection
Philosophy & Approach
Ms. Perez-Gjikova believes in being 110% responsive to her clients' needs, maintaining 24/7 availability for urgent matters. Her approach combines aggressive advocacy with compassionate client service, ensuring that each client receives personalized attention and the highest quality legal representation.
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