Rutherford Family Lawyers

Jerry Elashmawy was raised in Bergen County and has developed a wide range of realtionshps in the community. Mr. Elashmawy is an active trial attorney that is dedicated to advocating for his clients. Mr. Elashmawy has serviced New jersey redidents for nearly a decade in the following practice areas: Family law, divorce, mediation, alimony, palimony, prenuptial agreements, custody, support. Mr. Elashmawy also represents criminal defendnats facing charges of kidnapping, forgery, theft, assault, DWI, license suspension, white colalr crimes, drug possession and sales, auto theft, gun possession, and other serious criminal offenses.

Tiffany Burress is a family law, personal injury and entertainment & sports attorney licensed in New Jersey and New York. She is available to assist you in family law matters involving divorce, child support, child custody, visitation rights, grandparents' rights, alimony, paternity, domestic violence, adoption, marriage, separation, annulment, or pre-nuptial agreements. As a personal injury attorney, Ms. Burress can assist you if you are a victim of an auto accident, motorcycle or truck accident, defective product issue or premises liability caused by someone else's negligence. As an entertainment and sports attorney, Ms. Burress is available to advise recording artists, talent...

Mr. Haley received his Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Jersey City State College and a Juris Doctor Degree from Pace University School of Law in 1995. He is admitted to the NJ, NY and District of Columbia Bars as well as various US District Courts. He is a member of the New Jersey State and American Bar Associations. Mr. Haley's practice is focused in the areas of Divorce, Family Law, Business Law, Litigation, Municipal Court and Corporate Transactions.

With over 15 years of courtroom experience, Krista Haley is a confident and successful litigator. She began her career with the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office before entering private practice. Krista is comfortable in both the courtroom and at the negotiating table, whether she is seeking to obtain services for children with special needs, battling intricate contract disputes, trying complex custody matters or helping a client through the DWI process. Krista is neither afraid to fight the hard fight nor to negotiate, whichever obtains the best result for her clients.

Bruce Evan Chase was admitted to practice law in 1978 before the Supreme Court of New Jersey and United States District Court for the State of New Jersey. For the past 35 years he has appeared regularly in family law related matters at the trial level. He is a past-president of the Bergen County Bar Association. Currently and for the past 12+ years, he has served as the County Bar’s Family Law Committee Co-Chair. He serves on the Executive Committee of the Family Law Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association. He is a Fellow of the American Academy...

Seymour (Sy) Chase is a distinguished trial lawyer, recognized as a favored lecturer and writer on the forefront of New Jersey developments in family law. Over the years, he has been actively involved in bar associations, having held the following positions: >President of the Bergen County Bar Association >President of the New Jersey Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers >and National Delegate >Chairman of the General Council of the New Jersey State Bar Association and Member of its Executive Committee Recognizing his experience and knowledge, Governor Christine Todd Whitman nominated him to serve as the divorce...

Mr. Ferreira developed his legal and litigation skills as an associate with the famed Hackensack attorney Kevin G. Roe. During his time with Mr. Roe, Adamo assisted clients facing criminal charges in Federal, State and local municipal courts in both New Jersey and New York. Cases involving white collar and blue-collar crimes were personally handled by Mr. Ferreira, including cases involving murder, international drug distribution and white-collar fraud. After his tenure with Mr. Roe, Adamo began providing legal services in the civil arena where he has defended Healthcare Fraud Prosecution cases, construction contractor fraud and other related consumer fraud matters....

As a practicing attorney for thirty years, I have been privileged to work with clients in a variety of areas. Having served as a judicial law clerk in the family court, I have a long standing appreciation for the issues and circumstances clients face in matrimonial matters. I approach each case with a desire to provide a clear path towards resolution, while purposefully advocating for the best outcome for my clients. I am a strong proponent of alternate dispute resolution and have successfully mediated matrimonial cases.

I bring the same passion and commitment to all matters I handle, whether they...

Mr. Chang Liu, a seasoned and passionate attorney licensed in the State of New York and New Jersey, is dedicated to provide outstanding legal services to his clients, both in the U.S. and in China. He has extensive experience in corporate, immigration and employment law practice, and has trial experience in domestic relations, such as contested divorce, international child custody dispute and domestic violence. Mr. Liu obtained his Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B.) from Beijing Foreign Studies University School of Law and Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. Yes, he is a buckeye! Mr. Liu...

For over 30 years, Lucy Agostini, Esq. has prided herself on providing high-quality legal representation to her clients. Since 1979, she has successfully handled hundreds of contested family law matters. In addition, she has routinely represented clients in residential real estate purchases, sales and refinances, and in the preparation of wills. She has demonstrated a consistent pattern of success, evidenced by the fact that the majority of her firmâs business is derived from former clients and other attorneys. Mrs. Agostini's law firm, Agostini & Slattery, is committed to providing a personalized approach to each case and to building...

Mr. Reimer loves helping clients. Preparing a will for a new family, ensuring that a deceased relative's estate is administered quickly, or securing a fair divorce for a struggling spouse is a terrific way to spend a day. Trust Eric with your most difficult legal issues. With an emphasis on client services, The Reimer Law Firm should be your firm of choice to protect your family. Call toll-free to schedule a free consultation with Mr. Reimer. (877) 885-8800.

Today my practice focuses on, but is not limited to mediation, arbitration and collaborative dispute resolution (see below). My clients find this to be faster, less stressful and much more affordable. Moreover, people who participate in processes, such as mediation and collaborative law, appreciate it as a private, compassionate and dignified way to divorce.

As one of Bergen County’s leading family law attorneys, located in Hackensack, New Jersey, my practice is and has been for almost 30 years, nearly exclusively devoted to the needs of families including divorce, separation, custody, child support, and alimony both in the initial phase as well as for post judgment relief. As a New Jersey divorce attorney, my practice also includes wills and estates, estate planning and probate. I have been admitted to practice in New Jersey and New York since 1985, and have been serving your neighbors in and around northern New Jersey since then. As one...

Güvenç Acarkan is an Immigration, Business, and Tax Attorney licensed in USA (District of Columbia, New Jersey, New York), England & Wales, and Turkey. He is an internationally focused attorney with wealth of experience in cross-border matters. He holds a JD degree from Rutgers University and a Turkish Bachelor of Law Equivalency degree from Galatasaray University, Turkey. He holds an MBA degree from Georgia College, Georgia USA and a BA degree in Psychology from Koç University, Turkey. He is a graduate of American Collegiate Institute, ?zmir.

Daniel A. Levy, Esq. is a trial attorney who practices plaintiffâs personal injury law, criminal defense, family law, and civil litigation. He has handled many different types of cases, from inception through trial. Mr. Levy also handles much of the firmâs appellate work and enjoys researching and arguing unique legal issues before the many judges that he appears before on a regular basis. In addition to his skills doing trial work and research and writing, Mr. Levy is a skilled proponent of using technology to better practice law. Mr. Levy is regularly seen using his iPad to remotely access client...

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...

Britt J. Simon, Managing Partner of Simon Law Group, LLC, is licensed to practice throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York and District of Columbia, providing representation to the accused, the injured and other clients seeking quality legal services. He is guided by a commitment to the best interests of his clients and the highest standards of his profession. Call for a free consultation.

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...

Emerald devotes her practice exclusively to family law. In addition to issues relating to divorce, alimony, child support, equitable distribution of assets, custody/parenting, relocation, and post-judgment matters, Emerald has unique experience with disputes involving the custody and time sharing of family pets. She takes an empathetic approach to lawyering and believes that zealous advocacy for her clients, along with finding creative solutions to the problems they face, comes from a client-centered approach.

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...

Ms. Heather C. Keith, Esq. is the founder of Keith Family Law in Westfield, NJ. Since the beginning of her legal career, she has devoted her practice almost exclusively to divorce and family law, successfully representing clients in the Superior and Appellate Courts, as well as outside of court. Focusing on alimony, child support, child custody, legal separation, and other family law issues, Ms. Keith works tirelessly to help her clients navigate the difficult and confusing world of divorce law, with an emphasis on the benefits of collaborative practice.

Ms. Keith received her Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of...

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...

Alvin Eugene Richards, III, Esq. (Gene) is an Associate at the Williams Law Group and devotes the majority of his litigation to Child Welfare (DCPP) matters. Gene has devoted 100% of his professional practice to family law and related matters, including all aspects of Child Welfare (DCPP) matters, domestic violence, appeals, custody and parenting time, and post-judgment matters. Gene understands that your case is an extremely emotional and difficult time in your life. He treats all of his clients with the utmost professionalism, respect and compassion, while vigorously advocating for his clients’ interests and protecting his clients’ rights. Prior to joining...

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...