Kristin Lis

Kristin Lis

New Jersey Divorce and Family Lawyer, Mediator
  • Divorce, Family Law
  • New Jersey
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Biography

Kristin M. Lis has practiced exclusively divorce and family law in southern New Jersey since 2010. She represents clients in a variety of legal matters including divorce, alimony and spousal support, child support, child custody and other unique issues such as relocation, college expenses, emancipation of a child, and adoption in Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem counties.

As a former special education teacher, Kristin brings a unique understanding of the needs of children in family matters. Kristin is also a trained mediator, conducting mediations conveniently by Zoom. Kristin is also available for appointment as a Guardian ad Litem.

Prior to joining Netsquire, Kristin operated her own law firm for a time and worked for a litigation firm based in Philadelphia. After her graduation from Rutgers Camden Law School, she clerked for the Hon. Max A. Baker, P.J.F.P. (Ret.) in Atlantic County, Family Part, from 2009-2010.

Kristin is a member of the American Bar Association, the New Jersey State Bar Association, the Atlantic County Bar Association, and the Gloucester County Bar Association. Kristin is the first attorney in South Jersey approved for membership in the Amicable Divorce Network. The ADN process is a civilized, transparent, and cost-effective alternative to adversarial divorce litigation. ADN members are vetted to ensure that they are leading, solution-oriented experts, committed to an amicable approach to divorce.

Throughout her career Kristin has continuously received recognition for outstanding legal representation from prestigious publications and legal organizations for her dedication and success as a family law attorney.

Practice Areas
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Additional Practice Area
  • Child Support & Custody
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Flat fee divorce and mediation packages available.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
New Jersey
New Jersey Courts
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney
Netsquire
- Current
Senior Associate
Petrelli Previtera, LLC
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Partner
Smedley & Lis
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Owner, Principal
Law Office of Kristin M. Lis, LLC
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Associate
Adams & Adams
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Law clerk to P.J.F.P.
Superior Court of New Jersey - Family Division - Atlantic County
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Education
Rutgers School of Law-Camden
J.D. (2009) | Law
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LaSalle University
B.A. (1999) | Elementary & Special Education
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Honors: Magna Cum Laude
Activities: Gamma Sigma Sigma
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Awards
20 Best Divorce Lawyers in New Jersey
LAWYER.INC
New Jersey’s Best Lawyers for Families
New Jersey Family Magazine
"Rising Star"
SuperLawyers
Selection process and methodology information can be found here: https://www.superlawyers.com/about/selection-process/
Equal Justice Medal recipient
Legal Services of New Jersey
New Jersey’s Best Lawyers for Families
New Jersey Family Magazine
The NJ Family Magazine list does not imply endorsement by the magazine itself; it’s a parent-to-parent referral list, nominated by readers surveyed by New Jersey Family between November 2017 and November 2019.
"Rising Star"
SuperLawyers
Selection process and methodology information can be found here: https://www.superlawyers.com/about/selection-process/
"Rising Star"
SuperLawyers
Selection process and methodology information can be found here: https://www.superlawyers.com/about/selection-process/
"Rising Star"
SuperLawyers
Selection process and methodology information can be found here: https://www.superlawyers.com/about/selection-process/
Top 10 Under 40
National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
“Rising Star”
SuperLawyers
Selection process and methodology information can be found here: https://www.superlawyers.com/about/selection-process/
Best of the Press - BRONZE - Law Firm
Press of Atlantic CIty
Top 40 Under 40
SNJBP
Most Influential Law Firm
SNJBP
Awesome Attorney
South Jersey Magazine
2012 and in subsequent years...
Professional Associations
Amicable Divorce Network
Founding Member for New Jersey
- Current
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Gloucester County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Atlantic County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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State Bar of New Jersey  # 8192010
Member
- Current
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New Jersey State Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Websites & Blogs
Website
Netsquire - Get Happy Divorce
Legal Answers
1 Questions Answered
Q. Looking for a divorce lawyer I am a stay at home mom with 3 kids and am looki g for a lawyer that offers pro bono servic
A: Thank you for your question. You may also look at Legal Aid and Legal Services https://www.njd.uscourts.gov/legal-aid-and-legal-services or https://www.lsnj.org/. LSNJ coordinates the statewide Legal Services system, which provides free legal assistance to low-income New Jerseyans for their civil legal problems.
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Contact & Map
Netsquire
Fully Virtual Law Firm
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Telephone: (732) 529-6937
Cell: (609) 402-9902
Fax: (732) 909-2701
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 AM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Netsquire
FULLY VIRTUAL LAW FIRM
Woodbury, NJ 08096
Telephone: (732) 529-6937
Cell: (609) 402-9902
Fax: (732) 909-2701
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
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FULLY VIRTUAL LAW FIRM
Mailing address below
55 Madison Ave.
Suite 400
Morristown, NJ 07960
Telephone: (732) 529-6937
Cell: (609) 402-9902
Fax: (732) 909-2701
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 8 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed