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James P. Yudes
  • Divorce, Domestic Violence, Family Law
  • New Jersey
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Biography

James P. Yudes is a renowned family law and divorce attorney in New Jersey and the founder of The Law Offices of James P. Yudes. Mr. Yudes founded the firm in 1978, and has provided high-end legal services throughout the state ever since. He is a highly respected legal professional, and is often called on to give lectures for other attorneys and law school students. In response to his exceptional legal services, several organizations have awarded Mr. Yudes with prestigious awards, including New Jersey Super Lawyers 2007, ranking as a Martindale Hubbell A.V. preeminent lawyer, and admission as a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, among other honors.

Practice Areas
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Additional Practice Areas
  • Alimony
  • Antenuptial Agreements
  • Child Suport
  • Custody / Visitation
  • Equitable DIstribution
  • Paternity
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
New Jersey
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3rd Circuit
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U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
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U.S. Supreme Court
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United States Tax Court
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Partner
The Law Office of James P. Yudes, P.C.
- Current
Education
Villanova University School of Law
J.D.
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Villanova University
B.S.B.A.
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Awards
New Jersey Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2007-2015
Distinguished Service Award
New Jersey Institute of Continuing Legal Education
2004-2008
Who's Who in American Law
Who's Who
Who's Who Among Outstanding Americans
Who's Who
A.V. rating
Martindale-Hubbell
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
Martindale Hubbell
Charter Fellow
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Professional Associations
New Jersey State Bar  # 015841975
Member
Current
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American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Fellow
Current
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New Jersey State Bar Association
Trustee
Current
Activities: Chairman, Family Law section
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Union County Early Settlement Program
Past Chairman
Current
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International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Fellow
Current
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New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section
Chairman
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American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Board of Managers
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Yudes Consumer Guide to a New Jersey Divorce
Yudes Family Law Citator
Speaking Engagements
New Jersey Family Law Update, Institute for Continuing Legal Education (I.C.L.E.)
Certifications
Certified Matrimonial Attorney
Supreme Court of New Jersey
Websites & Blogs
Website
James P. Yudes's Website Profile
Website
The Law Office of James P. Yudes, P.C. Website
Blog
New Jersey Divorce and Family Lawyer Blog
Contact & Map
The Law Office of James P. Yudes, P.C.
80 Morris Ave
Springfield, NJ 07081
Telephone: (973) 467-3700
Fax: (973) 467-9303