Belle Mead Domestic Violence Lawyers

Richard Diamond has been practicing Family Law Litigation, Mediation & Arbitration work in New Jersey for the past 37 years and is a Certified Family Law Trial Attorney by the N.J. Supreme Court; Accredited New Jersey Family Law Mediator, authorized by the NJ Supreme Court to handle family law mediation matters with an active domestic violence restraining order in place and a Family Law Arbitrator. Mr Diamond is also a Family Law Economic Mediator in Union, Essex, Morris, Somerset, Middlesex and Monmouth Counties. Mr Diamond is also a member of the Essex, Union and Somerset County's...

Laurie Newmark is one of the founding partners at Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark. Since completing a Family Part judicial clerkship in 1998 with the Superior Court of New Jersey, Laurie has devoted her practice exclusively to family law. She is an experienced litigator who appears in court regularly in Northern and Central New Jersey. Laurie is admitted to practice law in the State of New Jersey, the State of New York, and the District Court of New Jersey.

Laurie insists that every client be treated with well-deserved respect and compassion. Laurie and her team understand that they are advocating for...

In the words of one of my recent clients, “I highly recommend Ms. Breslow. She provided superior representation, she is the one to hire to get the job done right.” Also, Avvo has given me a 10 star- Superb rating. I have spent over a decade in the courtroom- fighting for my clients getting them the best possible results. I am proud to say that I have dedicated my career to representing those charged with criminal offenses, making sure the system does not take advantage of them.

Laura M. D’Orsi has been licensed as an attorney in New Jersey for over 29 years and has over eighteen years of experience exclusively practicing divorce and family law in New Jersey. She practices in Monmouth, Middlesex, and Ocean counties and also handles cases throughout the State of New Jersey. Ms. D’Orsi is Certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Matrimonial Law Attorney. Only 2% of New Jersey Attorneys are Certified Attorneys. To become a Certified Attorney, one must establish eligibility and satisfy requirements regarding education, experience, knowledge and skill. Other Facts about Laura M. D’Orsi,...

I am a partner of the firm and have handled family law matters exclusively since the commencement of my career. I handle all family law/divorce matters, ranging from a simple divorce to those involving complex financial or custody disputes. I am also a family law mediator approved by the New Jersey Court Rules. In addition, I have significant experience appealing family law, divorce and custody decisions entered by the Courts. I have also been involved in litigation in the Appellate Division and NJ Supreme Court relative to Grandparent's Rights.

Christopher R. Musulin has been protecting people and families with divorce and family law matters for over 34 years. His commitment to his profession and professional success is illustrated by his admittance into the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers as a Fellow in 2006 (only approximately 1600 in the country) and his AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell rating by his peers (the highest rating for professional excellence). Mr. Musulin is unique in that he is a divorce and family law attorney, an Accredited Professional Mediator, an AAML-Certified Arbitrator, and also an AFCC-trained Parenting Coordinator. He has focused his professional...

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Dolores L. Aretsky is a partner and co-founder of the Aretsky Law Group, P.C., a statewide New Jersey Divorce & Family Law firm with meeting locations in most counties. With over 25 years of experience as a New Jersey divorce and family law attorney, she has assisted her clients in securing their future after a divorce.

Dolores also represents clients charged DWI & Traffic Tickets throughout New Jersey.

Ms. Aretsky was admitted to practice in New Jersey in 1988 after earning her Juris Doctorate degree from Pace University School of Law...

With a background in customer-service-facing industries, Samuil Buschkin understands the importance of maintaining rapport and communication with clients - the primary reason why a lawyer is in business. Samuil was an immigrant three times in his life and grew up in a community of business owners. As such, Samuil Buschkin is very attuned to the needs and sensitivities of immigrants or business owners. Real estate is the backbone of the US economy and a major element in most people's economic life. We believe that with our network and professionalism we will provide outstanding representation to you. In addition, we speak French, Italian, Russian,...

My practice focuses on uncontested and contested divorce matters. I have courtroom-tested, real world experience handling contested and uncontested divorce cases.

The divorce process is foreign and unsettling territory, you are trying to close one chapter of your life with as little cost, stress and damage as possible. You are also trying to find a lawyer – frankly, a complete stranger – to help you navigate this terrain.

I enjoy helping people in this transition as they move from one phase of their lives to another. I provide counsel for uncontested and contested divorce matters. The uncontested divorce process in New Jersey...

Attorney Jimmy Johnson is Juris Doctor (JD) graduate of Western Michigan University-Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Auburn Hills Campus, Michigan, USA. In fact, Jimmy Johnson, Esquire is a skilled US Immigration Attorney, Private and Public Criminal Defense Attorneys, and a General Practice, Solo & Small Firm Lawyer with great talents and proven experiences in legal immigration matters including Individual-Family-based and Business-based immigration issues for Jimed Johnson Immigration Services, LLC, Flushing, NY; Law Office of Osa Igunbor, Poughkeepsie, NY; Proskauer Rose, LLP; & Law Office of Adebukola Adetula, Irvington, NJ. Besides having his Juris Doctor (JD) Law Degree with concentration on...

As a former prosecutor with over 30 years of experience, I am a Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, and am committed to upholding everything that title stands for. Whether you are accused of homicide, a sex crime, a drug offense, or any other type of criminal activity, you can rely on me to work tirelessly on your behalf and to always keep you informed about what is happening in your case.

Darren C. O’Toole, Esq. is Lead Family Law Attorney at the Law Offices of Darren C. O'Toole, LLC. Mr. O'Toole has over 20 years experience specializing in family law.

Mr. O'Toole has been selected to NJ Family Law Superlawyers for 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019. In addition, Mr. O'Toole is Lead Counsel Rated for his extensive litigation experience in Family Law.

Mr. O'Toole is honored to have a perfect 10.0 Avvo Rating.

Mr. O'Toole completed a clerkship Family Part of the Superior Court, Monmouth County, NJ and has practiced family law in...

Mr. DeLuca is one of a limited number of attorneys certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Attorney. As of July 2009 he is the only Ocean County NJ attorney member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC). His practice is concentrated in the area of Family Law including - Dissolution of Marriage - Divorce and Separation - Collaborative Divorces - Divorce Litigation - Child custody and parenting time - Child/spousal support - Domestic partnerships - Relocation applications ...

Steven Sciancalepore is a former prosecutor and experienced trial attorney. He represents clients charged with criminal offenses as well as litigants in civil lawsuits. Prior to opening his own practice Mr. Sciancalepore worked at an AM 100 law firm where he represented large corporations, insurance companies, and casinos in various venues throughout the State of New Jersey. Before entering private practice, Mr. Sciancalepore worked as a Hudson County Assistant Prosecutor where he tried numerous bench and jury trials to verdict. In addition to trial work, Mr. Sciancalepore has also handled several successful appeals before the N.J. Appellate Division. Mr....

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...

Practicing family law for over twenty (20) years and offers care and personal attention to all matters. Handles custody, support, alimony, marital settlement agreements, divorce, prenuptial agreements, and more.

Howard B. Leopold is Brooklyn born and a member of the New Jersey, New York, and Bergen County Bar Associations. He graduated from the State University of New York at Albany in 1987 (Phi Beta Kappa and Summa Cum Laude) with a B.A. in U.S. History and Minors in Hebrew and Business. Mr. Leopold went on to attend Albany Law School and earned a J.D. in 1990. After graduating, he worked as an associate in the litigation department of a New York City law firm for numerous years and then spent four years at a law firm in Rochelle Park,...

For over 20 years, I have been committed to providing exceptional representation for a wide array of legal matters. My practice areas include Family Law, Divorce, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Criminal Law, DUI/DWI, Traffic Violations, Real Estate Law, Wills, and Litigation & Appeals.

I received my B.A. in Psychology from Hofstra University in 1991. In 1996, I earned my J.D. at the Thomas M. Cooley Law School. I am a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association, Burlington County Bar Association, and the Thomas S. Forkin Family Law American Inn of Court. Additionally, I have been named a Top...

Helping NJ families like yours Navigate the Legal Complexities of Divorce for over 32 years! Great Attorney! I hired Brian Latimer to represent me in my divorce. It turned out to be a very long, drawn out process due to my difficult ex. Brian was a star. Held my hand thru the entire process, answered all my calls and questions, was there for me and my family every step of the way. - anonymous 4/2/2021 Call for a free 30 minute initial consultation! I graduated from NY Law School in 1988 and clerked for the late Honorable James A. Kennedy,...

I am a Former Prosecutor in the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office and have been a Criminal Defense Attorney based in Bergen County since 1998. As an Assistant Prosecutor I Served as the Chief of the Criminal Investigations Squad and as the Assistant Trial Chief for the Office. I practice Criminal Defense, DWI/DUI defense, TROs/FROs (Restraining Orders), Domestic Violence and Expungements, primarily in Northern New Jersey's State, Federal and Municipal Courts. I am a Certified Criminal Trial Attorney; a Top 100 Trial Lawyer - NJ; a Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense; and I carry a "Superb 10" Rating...

Andrew Olesnycky, a former supervisor-level assistant prosecutor at the Union County Prosecutor's Office, represents individuals and organizations facing criminal charges and investigations in federal, state, and municipal courts. Mr. Olesnycky has served as lead attorney defending charges of multi-million dollar federal and state fraud conspiracies, federal bank fraud, federal benefit fraud, state and federal large-scale multi-defendant drug conspiracies, sexual assaults, child pornography, interference with custody, and Superstorm Sandy-related fraud. Mr. Olesnycky is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Certified Criminal Trial Attorney, a designation obtained by fewer than 1% of attorneys state-wide. During his nearly five-year...

Leslie A. Farber, Esq. has been practicing law since 1991. She received her undergraduate Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Drew University, and her Law Degree from Pace University School of Law. In law school, she was an editor of the Pace Law Review and participated in Pace's Appellate Litigation Clinic. For the past 29 years, she has represented both individuals and businesses in many areas of litigation in state, federal and municipal courts from initial consultation through discovery, mediation, arbitration, trial and appeal, when necessary. Ms. Farber has lectured and published works in a variety...

One of South Jersey’s leading matrimonial lawyers, AllynMarie (Ali) Smedley, Esq., has focused her practice solely in the area of family law, including divorce, pre- and post-marital agreements, support and alimony, child support and custody, college contribution matters, spousal support, grandparent visitation, equitable distribution, paternity determinations, parenting time, domestic violence, settlement negotiations, as well as also handles family law matters requiring Appellate Division review.

?Ms. Smedley joined Trace Jenkins in 2006 and became a partner in the firm in January 2014. She founded Smedley & Lis in October 2015 and launched the Smedley Law Group in December 2019. As a...

Nicole focuses her practice on the area of family law including advising clients on matters involving divorce, custody, spousal support, child support, equitable distribution and domestic violence. She is well versed in drafting complex pre and post judgment motions as well as nondissolution applications. She also counsels clients in negotiating and drafting marital settlement agreements.

In 2017 Nicole became an accredited New Jersey Family and Divorce Mediator and is able to serve both individuals and attorneys in this capacity.

Prior to joining the firm, Nicole served as a law clerk to the Honorable Katherine R. Dupuis, P.J.F.P. of the New Jersey Superior...

Maria Noto is certified by the N.J. Supreme Court as a criminal trial attorney. Maria has been named a Super Lawyer by N.J. Monthly every year from 2005 to the present and, in 2005, was also named by N.J. Monthly as one of the top 50 female lawyers. She has also been recognized by the Association of Trial Lawyers of America as one of the top 100 trial lawyers in New Jersey. Maria attended Seton Hall Law School and while she was in law school worked as a law clerk for the Essex county Prosecutor’s Office. That experience has proven...

Attorney Rosen was described by a client as “the example of a true winner” and an “advocate who will be there in the clutch situations...I highly recommend anyone fighting a criminal defense or speeding/traffic ticket to hire Mr. Rosen and he will deliver mvp results!” Another client described Rosen as “one of NJ’s finest attorneys” where he further detailed that Rosen “went above and beyond to prove I was innocent”. One client even commented that “Mr. Rosen was relentless during the initial negotiation with the prosecutor.” Even his looks don’t go unnoticed as one client wrote, “I call him Ryan...

Fred Sisto is a seasoned criminal defense attorney who handles criminal cases throughout New Jersey, with a focus in Ocean and Monmouth Counties. Mr. Sisto graduated Rutgers College and Rutgers School of Law with Dean's List and Distinguished Service Honors in 2007. He was admitted to the New Jersey Bar that same year. Fred served as a Law Clerk to the Honorable Judge (later Justice) Jane Cutler Greenspan of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas and Pennsylvania Supreme Court. Like many accomplished trial attorneys, Mr. Sisto began his legal career as an attorney for...

James McGlew II concentrates his practice in the area of divorce and family law and is Chair of the Lindabury Divorce & Family Law Practice Group. He has extensive experience representing individual litigants, both at the trial and appellate level, on issues of custody, visitation, alimony and child support, equitable distribution and related issues, as well as the negotiation of marital settlement and prenuptial agreements.

For over 30 years, Jim has served as a Panelist/Mediator on the Matrimonial Early Settlement Panel in Union County. The panel is made up of experienced matrimonial and family law attorneys whose primary practice is divorce...

LaDonna M. Cousins is a Partner at the Williams Law Group specializing in all aspects of Family Law, including pre-nuptial agreements, separation, divorce, alimony, post-judgment matters, issues related to custody, parenting time, child support, grandparents’ rights, stepparent and adult adoptions, domestic violence, mediation, child welfare (DCPP), preparation of simple Wills, and related family matters. LaDonna recognizes the importance of these matters in her clients’ lives and strives to provide her clients with zealous advocacy and service. LaDonna achieved her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English and Spanish from Georgetown University where she graduated cum laude. LaDonna achieved her Juris Doctor...

Michael Pastacaldi is a graduate of Seton Hall University School of Law. While in law school, Mr. Pastacaldi served as a judicial extern to the Honorable Mark Falk, United States Magistrate Judge for the District of New Jersey. In addition, Mr. Pastacaldi worked part-time at a mid-sized law firm specializing in civil litigation in Hudson County. After law school, Mr. Pastacaldi served an appointment as judicial clerk to the Honorable Paul M. DePascale, J.S.C., in the criminal division in Hudson County, New Jersey. Upon entering private practice, Mr. Pastacaldi represented doctors and hospitals throughout New Jersey...

Ms. Sutnick, the founding partner of Sutnick & Sutnick, LLC, is licensed to practice law in New Jersey and New York. She is an experienced trial attorney who has successfully defended criminal defendants in both states.

Ms. Sutnick has been named as a New Jersey Super Lawyer since 2015 and in 2018 was selected to its Top 50 Women list. She is certified by the State of New Jersey as a Criminal Trial Attorney.

Ms. Sutnick is a trustee of the Bergen County Bar Association and the co-chair of the Municipal Court Law and Criminal Law committees. She was a guest commentator...

Ms. Sangiovanni graduated in 2003 from Widener University School of Law in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and is licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and soon to be in New York. In 2004, Ms. Bianca M. Sangiovanni Marchetti served as a law clerk to the Honorable Thomas E. O'Brien who served his bench in Ocean County at the Superior Court of New Jersey. Since her clerkship, Ms. Sangiovanni joined Robert C. Shea & Associates in 2005. While with Robert C. Shea & Associates, Ms. Sangiovanni worked as an associate for personal injury law and municipal law. Ms. Sangiovanni has assisted clients in receiving...

Linda Coronato is a well respected and experienced New Jersey Divorce & Family Law attorney.

Jessica S. Swenson, Esq. joined Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark, L.L.C. in October 2018. Ms. Swenson received her Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Rutgers University in 2004 and her Juris Doctorate from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2007.

After graduating from law school, Ms. Swenson clerked for the Honorable Michael K. Diamond, P.J.F.P. and the Honorable George E. Sabbath, J.S.C. in the Passaic County Superior Court, Family Division, from September 2007 until August 2008.

Since completing her clerkship, Ms. Swenson has dedicated her practice to matrimonial and family law where she represents clients in matters related to...

“I combine my years of experience, knowledge of the law, intense preparation and a personal mantra of never being outworked to achieve optimal results for every client. Divorce is a grueling and at times devastating process. I understand that even an amicable divorce will have a profound impact on a couple’s assets, income, children and the emotional health of the entire family. I care about my clients. I care about their children. As a leading divorce attorney in New Jersey, my priority is to understand each client’s goals and work tirelessly to achieve those results.” Joe Russell, Esq., Partner and...

Experienced Litigation Attorney Jeffrey M. Bloom handles Family Law, Workers' Compensation, and Personal Injury claims for people living in New Jersey. With two offices in West New York, NJ and Hackensack, NJ, the goal of The Law Offices of Jeffrey M. Bloom is to understand your unique needs so that we can design a tailored, effective response, resolving your case quickly and efficiently. If you're in need of an attorney for help with your divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, workers' compensation claim, car accident, or other legal matter, please all (855) 208-3650 for a personalized consultation. We...

Jeremy Lackey is a seasoned criminal attorney who served as an Assistant Prosecutor for the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office and as a Deputy Attorney General for New Jersey Office of the Attorney General, before co-founding the firm Lackey & Miller, LLC. As a prosecutor, Mr. Lackey investigated and presented hundreds of matters to the grand jury and litigated countless cases from detention hearings through arraignment and sentencing. Mr. Lackey has extensive courtroom and trial experience, having presented arguments on dozens of topics during motion hearings, and having tried a wide array of criminal cases, including burglary, robbery and murder,...

Elizabeth Vengen is an experienced NJ Divorce and Family Law attorney. She is also a qualified mediator and is included in the Passaic County Motion Mediation Roster. With a focus on settlement, Ms. Vengen has devoted the past eighteen years of her law practice to guiding clients through the often difficult process of dissolving their marriages or resolving post-divorce issues, whether through settlement or litigation, in a friendly and caring environment. Ms. Vengen was admitted to the practice of law in New York and New Jersey after earning her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Barnard...

I am the founder and proprietor of Fridie Law Group LLC, a comprehensive litigation practice specializing in Family Law, Criminal Law, Elder Law, Trusts and Estates, and Municipal Court proceedings (including DWI and moving violations). My practice spans Municipal and Superior Courts across New Jersey, with a focus on Central and Southern regions. As a dedicated problem-solver, I assess your concerns and provide tailored recommendations for your optimal legal strategy, ensuring we achieve your desired outcomes. Accessibility is paramount to me—I promptly respond to calls and emails within 24 hours, and offer flexible weekend and evening consultations by appointment. Whether you seek...

Glenn M. Finkel is of counsel with Kaplan Levenson P.C. He assists clients with family law and divorce, trusts & estates, business transactions, and real estate law matters.