Best Lawyers in New Jersey, United States for Family Law
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Jeralyn Lawrence is the Managing Member and Founder of Lawrence Law, and devotes her practice to matrimonial, divorce, and family law, and is a trained collaborative lawyer, divorce mediator, and arbitrator. Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney, Jeralyn represents clients with matrimonial and family law needs, including divorce litigation, mediation and arbitration, custody and parenting time issues, alimony and child support, separation and property sett...
James M. Andrews is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. James M. practices law in Red Bank, New Jersey Best Lawyers has recognized James M. Andrews since 2016. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which James M. Andrews is held by other lawyers.
Jonathan Wolfe focuses his practice on sophisticated business litigation and significant matrimonial disputes. He began his career practicing as a member of the Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy litigation department in New York. Mr. Wolfe utilizes his background in financial disputes to represent leaders or the spouses of leaders from the business, professional and entertainment/sports communities in complex matrimonial matters. A significant portion of his practice is devoted to business ...
Allen J. Scazafabo, Jr. is a partner in the Firm’s Family Law Group. Allen’s clients appreciate that he recognizes that each client’s needs and goals require individualized care and attention. A client commented to the publication New Jersey Family that Allen has “a gift for empathizing with his clients while dissecting relevant facts to approach a case. He is adept at understanding family law and gives realistic solutions to problems.” The client added, “A...
Attorney Amy Wechsler has been practicing law since 1985. She practices exclusively in the area of family law. She is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a matrimonial attorney and is an accredited divorce and family mediator and trained arbitrator. She is also a collaboratively trained practitioner. Ms. Wechsler lectures and presents at the New Jersey State Bar Association as well as the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education.
Joseph P. Cadicina is the managing member of the firm and concentrates his practice in the area of divorce/matrimonial/family law and related matters. He previously served as a judicial clerk to the Honorable Mark M. Russello, J.S.C., Family Division, Bergen County. Mr. Cadicina is admitted to practice law in New Jersey, New York and Washington, D.C. He received his undergraduate degree from Seton Hall University and attended Western Michigan University Cooley Law School where he obtained a J...
Alyssa A. Bartholomew is an associate in the firm’s Family Law Group. Alyssa focuses her practice on all matrimonial and family law matters, with extensive experience on divorce litigation and custody disputes. She ardently works with her clients to support them through the oftentimes difficult process of their family law matters in order to come to an efficient and positive resolution. Before joining CSG Law, Alyssa was counsel at a northern New Jersey firm, an associate at a southern ...
Michelle Wortmann, Esq. is an associate at the law firm of Sarno da Costa D'Aniello Maceri LLC. She joined the firm in September 2016, and since that time has devoted the entirety of her practice to dealing with all types of family law matters, including but not limited to divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, palimony, post-judgment issues, and domestic violence. Michelle earned her Juris Doctor degree from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2015. While ...
Kiera E. Kenniff is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Kiera E. practices law in Hackensack, New Jersey Best Lawyers has recognized Kiera E. Kenniff since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kiera E. Kenniff is held by other lawyers.
Emily Urrico is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law: Arbitration and Mediation. Emily practices law in Watchung, New Jersey Best Lawyers has recognized Emily Urrico since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Emily Urrico is held by other lawyers.
Sarah Sedlack is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Sarah practices law in Roseland, New Jersey Best Lawyers has recognized Sarah Sedlack since 2022. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Sarah Sedlack is held by other lawyers.
Marie T. Bucci, Esq. is admitted to practice law in the State of New Jersey and has dedicated her career to matrimonial and family law matters. She currently serves as the Chair of the firm’s Freehold office and as Co-Chair of the Professional Development Committee, where she plays an active role in mentoring attorneys and fostering professional growth within the firm. As a practicing attorney, Marie fiercely advocates for clients across New Jersey, focusing on domestic violence trials,...
Samuel J. Berse is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Samuel J. practices law in Westfield, New Jersey Best Lawyers has recognized Samuel J. Berse since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Samuel J. Berse is held by other lawyers.
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