Alyssa Castronovo

Alyssa Castronovo brings a comprehensive background in law and psychology to her legal practice, offering a distinctive viewpoint for addressing intricate legal issues through creative strategies. With a focus on family law, trusts and estate litigation, employment law, and contract law, Alyssa aids clients in both litigation and non-litigation matters.

In her family law practice, Alyssa emphasizes collaborative and mediation techniques to assist clients in achieving their objectives while preserving dignity and safeguarding the emotional well-being of their children. Recognizing the uniqueness of each family law case, Alyssa advocates for settlement when appropriate, prioritizing cost-effective solutions. Nevertheless, should litigation become necessary, she is steadfast in her commitment to vigorously represent her client’s interests.

In her practice concerning employment and contract law, Alyssa adopts a multifaceted approach aimed at facilitating beneficial outcomes for both employers and employees. Drawing upon her expertise in negotiation and alternative dispute resolution, Alyssa strives to resolve conflicts amicably recognizing the importance of preserving professional relations. Alyssa also prioritizes the crafting of clear and comprehensive contracts tailored to the specific needs of her clients, to mitigate the risk of possible future disputes. In instances where disputes escalate, Alyssa is unwavering in her dedication to advocating zealously for her clients’ rights and interests through strategic and tenacious representation in litigation proceedings.

Alyssa’s clients benefit from her adept problem-solving skills, legal passion, and sincere work ethic. Committed to her clients, she combines compassion with a straightforward demeanor, efficiently addressing their legal challenges. Alyssa maintains consistent accessibility to ensure excellent service.

Alyssa earned her Juris Doctor degree from Penn State Law-University Park, complemented by Bachelor degrees in Psychology and Political Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Her outstanding contributions in the Advanced Family Law Clinic led to the recognition of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) Eric D. Turner Award upon graduation, acknowledging her as the law student who best embodied the positive attributes of a matrimonial lawyer. Additionally, she was inducted into the Order of Barristers, a national honorary association for excellence in advocacy during law school.

Originally from Chicago, Alyssa has chosen Nashville as her home and is licensed to practice law in the State of Tennessee, with admission to all Tennessee state courts. She is also licensed to practice in the District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee as well as accredited and licensed to practice before the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.

Certificates Awarded:

• Advocacy and Litigation

• Arbitration, Mediation, and Negotiation

• Families, Children and the Law

• Public Interest Law

Activities:

• Student Bar Association, Vice President

• Penn State Moot Court, Coach

• Penn State Moot Court, Advocate

• Penn State Law, Family Law Clinic, University Park, PA

• Social Cognition and Morality Psychology Lab, Research Assistant

Professional & Bar Association Memberships