Ocean County Divorce Lawyers

Since 1992 I have personally consulted, represented or been otherwise involved in over 12,000 family matters. Handling All Aspects of Your Divorce & Family Law Needs Dealing with family law can be stressful. That's why you need an attorney who cares about getting the best for you and your family. Get your family the protection it needs. Our office advocates firmly and compassionately for your best interests. At the Law Office of Aniello D. Cerreto, Esq., we have over 30 years of experience guiding our clients through the complexities of the family law system. Our Family and Divorce Legal Services Include: Alimony and palimony Custody,...

I have been practicing for over 25 years with a concentration in real estate and family law.

Robert F. Black, Jr. is an attorney and managing partner at HANNAN & BLACK LAW GROUP. Prior to working at HANNAN & BLACK LAW GROUP, Mr. Black was an Associate Attorney at Clark Law Firm, P.C. in New Jersey, was employed by Gutman, Mintz, Baker & Sonnenfeldt, P.C. in New York, and served on the Board of Directors at the Unemployment Action Center (New York, NY). His trial experience includes DWI, municipal court, personal injury, employment law, landlord-tenant disputes and criminal matters. Mr. Black attended The Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University where he graduated with a Juris...

Petrelli Previtera, LLC is one of the top divorce and family law firms in the North East. From complex litigation to negotiated agreements, we work tirelessly to get the best results for our clients. While we are known for representing high net worth individuals and their spouses, we also represent everyday people from all walks of life. We are committed to providing the same high-quality service to each of our valued clients.
That is why our firm is constantly in contact with our clients to make sure that every question and concern is addressed from the very beginning to the...

Ron Graziano has been an attorney in the Southern New Jersey area for over thirty years. He attended Rutgers-Camden Law School earning a Doctor Jurisprudence degree in 1973. While at Rutgers, Ron received the "Corpus Juris Secundum Award" for Most Significant Contribution to Overall Legal Scholarship at the law school. He was also appointed Associate Editor of the Rutgers-Camden Law Journal. In September 1973 Ron accepted a position as judicial clerk with Mitchell H.Cohen, at that time the Chief Judge of the New Jersey Federal System.

When his clerkship term ended Ron Graziano began his litigation career in 1974 as...

As a former Assistant Prosecutor, Marylou McAdams Corson is an experienced courtroom lawyer with over twenty-two years of experience counseling clients on a wide range of issues. For the last eight years, Marylou worked tirelessly in the Atlantic County and Cape May County Prosecutor’s Offices as she handled various criminal matters involving children and families. During her time in the Prosecutor’s Office, Marylou earned a reputation among her peers and those she represents as a dedicated and effective attorney, and she earned the respect of judges, opposing counsel, and law clerks. She has been praised for her professionalism, organization, efficiency...

Your family is unique. When you need a family law attorney, you want someone who appreciates the differences that make your family special. You want a family lawyer who will help your family through all life’s changes and guide you towards the best possible outcome. Melinda represents families from a variety of backgrounds. Her family law experience includes all aspects of divorce, child custody, child support, and domestic violence law.

Ms. Previtera is a member of the bar in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Washington & Lee University Villanova University Law School Over 30 years experience Michael K. McFadden, is an experienced trial attorney, with offices in Linwood, New Jersey and Cherry Hill, New Jersey, The Law Offices of Michael K. McFadden, LLC represents clients throughout southern New Jersey. We bring over three decades of experience and professionalism to every case and customize our support...

Sara B. Cohen has spent her entire legal career practicing family law. Her attentiveness to each individual client ensures they never feel like they’ve been forgotten or brushed aside. Emphasizing this importance throughout her practice has made Sara a reliable, focused and detail-oriented advocate. She brings the determination to resolve each legal matter efficiently and successfully.

As her clients navigate the most difficult moments of their lives, Sara gives them the advice and counsel they need to feel secure in their decisions and to achieve the best outcome. Every case is equally important to Sara — whether she is representing a...

Within his family law practice, William Kirby values his client relationships above all else. That’s why he does everything in his power to find optimal solutions for their legal matters involving divorce, separation, custody, support, and more. Clients quickly see that William sincerely cares about them and that they can be confident in his advice. William serves a wide range of clients including celebrities facing high-asset divorces. Bill is a passionate, appreciative, and motivated person who is dedicated to empowering individuals and families with the right information. “When my clients come to see me, they are often experiencing a life-defining moment. How...

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,...

Shari B. Veisblatt is a Partner with Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP. She is a member of the firm's Litigation Department and Family Law Group.

Ms. Veisblatt represents clients in all aspects and stages of matrimonial litigation, including appeals, trials, emergent applications, plenary hearings, custody trials, domestic violence hearings, pre and post judgment applications, motions, early settlement panels, economic mediations, intensive settlement conferences, case management conferences and uncontested hearings. She also handles complex matrimonial matters, which involve the engagement of variety of experts, including forensic accountants, employability experts, real estate and personalty appraisers, and custody and alcohol evaluators. In addition,...

COVID-19 Notice – The Hunnell Law Group and the State of New Jersey continue to process family law cases and divorces, with all hearings currently being conducted via Zoom and Microsoft Teams. "Top Rated Family Law Attorney in Asbury Park, NJ" - @SuperLawyers. I pride myself on compassion yet aggressive representation of my clients. As the owner of the Hunnell Law Group, I employ a team approach to ensure my clients have access to the best strategies to resolve their case, while remaining focused on their goals. I also utilize a client portal, so my clients have access to their complete e-file...

A Partner at Paone, Zaleski & Murphy, Ms. Murphy (formerly Ms. Ansello) focuses her practice in family law, child custody and divorce.

Ms. Murphy is a Certified Matrimonial Law Attorney. Attorneys may be designated by the New Jersey Supreme Court as “certified attorneys” if they: are able to demonstrate sufficient levels of experience, education, knowledge and skill in a specific area of law or practice; have passed a rigorous examination; and have been recognized by their peers as having sufficient skills and reputation in the designated specialty. Only 186 lawyers in the State of New Jersey are certified matrimonial...

I am the Partner-in-charge of the Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas’ Family Law Department and am Certified by the Supreme Court as a Matrimonial Law Attorney. I am an AV-rated® attorney by LexisNexis® Martindale Hubbell™. I am an accredited mediator through the NJ Association of Professional Mediators. Providing comfort and closure to people enduring the most stressful experiences of their lives, I have risen quickly in this area of law. My experience has enabled me to represent clients involved in complex custody battles, divorces, child support matters, prenuptial agreements, domestic violence disputes, visitation/parenting time issues,...

Andrew M. Shaw, Esq. is a graduate of Georgetown University Law Center and a former board member of the Georgetown Journal on Poverty Law and Policy, where he published. Andrew served as both a legal intern to Justice Helen Hoens of the New Jersey Supreme Court and as a judicial law clerk to the Hon. Margaret Goodzeit, P.J.F.P.; the Hon. Anthony F. Picheca, Jr., J.S.C.; and the Hon. Michael F. O’Neill, J.S.C., in the Somerset County Family Part.

Between 2015 and 2018, Andrew has published four articles on issues relating to family law in the New Jersey Law Journal, including: (1)...

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...

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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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.

A substantial portion of my practice is devoted to family law, including collaborative divorce and mediation. I strongly believe that divorces settled through the collaborative process lend themselves to faster, more economical and better resolutions, in sharp contrast to the lengthy, costly and adversarial litigation system. Rejecting the uncertainty of putting the fate of their families and futures in the hands of others, the divorcing couple instead choose to work with the collaborative team to reach the best outcomes for themselves and their children, which they craft themselves. In addition to my family practice, I offer divorcing...

Allison is a trusted advocate devoted to offering each client the highest standards of legal representation. To her, being someone's attorney means more than practicing the law - it means showing up for clients at some of their most challenging moments and giving their cases the diligence, empathy, and legal acumen they deserve. Prior to founding the firm, Allison worked in private practice in Moorestown and Glassboro, New Jersey as well as in public defense in Philadelphia, PA. She attended law school at the University of Pennsylvania where she graduated with high honors and was admitted to the Order of...

Peter Ventrice is a partner with Brause, Brause & Ventrice, L.L.C. Mr. Ventrice earned a Preeminent "AV" Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and he has been selected as a New Jersey "Super Lawyer" in the area of family law, a distinction held by fewer than 5% of practicing attorneys in the State of New Jersey, and is based upon peer recognition and professional achievement. Mr. Ventrice's family law practice includes divorce, child custody and parenting time, child support, alimony, distribution of assets and liabilities, enforcement and modification of existing judgments and orders, and domestic violence restraining orders. He is also a qualified...

Matthew Podolnick concentrates his practice in the areas of divorce and family law.

Mr. Podolnick offers his family law clients a blend of legal knowledge, business sense, compassion, and tenacity. Because of these notable skills, Mr. Podolnick can help clients through the emotional and financial burdens that come with family problems.

His family law experience is vast and covers all aspects of divorce and family law. Although he concentrates his practice in family law and divorce litigation, Mr. Podolnick brings to the table unique skills drawn from his years as a seasoned commercial litigator, with particular expertise in commercial litigation. Before attending...

“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...

Admitted to the New Jersey Bar and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey in 2006. Wendy Armour is also a member of the New York Bar. Served as law clerk the late Honorable David Waks, J.S.C. in Passaic County Superior Court, Chancery Division, Family Part. Mrs. Armour was recently recognized 10 Best 2016 Client Satisfaction from the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys and awarded 2016 Lawyers of Distinction. She is a trained mediator and collaborative divorce lawyer. Mrs. Armour is also a pool attorney for the New Jersey Office of Law Guardian.

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.

Mark received his bachelor’s degree in political science from Drew University in 2003, and graduated from the University of the District of Columbia – David A. Clarke School of Law in 2008. While in law school, Mark served as a student advocate in the Juvenile and Special Education Law Clinic as well as the Housing and Consumer Law Clinic where he represented indigent clients. After graduating from law school Mark enjoyed a judicial clerkship with the Honorable James J. Guida, J.S.C., of the Bergen County Superior Court, Family Part. During his clerkship, Mark was responsible for managing Judge Guida’s post-divorce...

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...

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...

With over twenty 27 years experience protecting the interests of clients in all areas of family law, you can be confident that a solution to your problem is at hand. I have been a principal in my own firm since 1989. My job is to listen, provide knowledgeable legal advice, and offer effective help in oftentimes distressing personal situations. It is my goal to be an expert advocate for your interests and a persuasive negotiator that will strive to reach a just and fair outcome for you whether by settlement or trial. If an acceptable settlement cannot be reached, rest...

Albertina (Abby) Webb is a Partner in the Firm’s Family Law Department. She concentrates her practice on family law issues such as divorce, custody, support, dissolution of domestic partnerships, enforcement or modification of marital agreements, enforcement and/or modification of alimony and child support, emancipation applications, equitable distribution and post-judgment enforcement and modification. She handles matters from inception through trial. Abby litigates the validity of pre-nuptial and property settlement agreements. She also advances and defends applications to set them aside as well as for enforcement. Abby holds the appointment of Vice President of the Southern Region for...

At the Law Office of Andrew A. Bestafka, Esq., we have considerable experience representing clients in a wide range of different areas of family law. We understand just how trying this time can be, and are committed to providing our clients with the best representation possible so that they can focus on what's truly important. For the past six years, Mr. Bestafka has been working in family law and established his own practice. His practice areas include divorce, alimony, child support, child custody, domestic violence, and many other aspects of family law. His experience in the legal system and with various...

Although my firm practices in several different fields of law, my expertise is primarily in Mortgage Foreclosure Defense,Divorce & Family Law, Bankruptcy, and Mortgage loan modification. In terms of divorce law, I have a unique prospective from both my personal and professional experience that few other attorneys can match. To me, each case is personal, each client is a person, never just a file number.

Corrine Cooke is a Partner at Weinberger Divorce and Family Law Group, LLC. Ms. Cooke’s practice is exclusively concentrated in matrimonial and family law proceedings, including divorce, child custody disputes, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, domestic violence, prenuptial agreements, and other related family law matters. She also handles post judgment applications, including modification applications, emancipation applications, college contribution applications, and family law appeals. Ms. Cooke is a highly experienced and accomplished family law attorney who has handled countless family law cases throughout her legal career, from inception through to settlement and/or trial. Sensitive to the very personal and emotional issues involved...

Lisa Browning, Esq. opened her own law firm in April 2020. She is a collaboratively trained attorney and a mediator. Consistent with the firm’s mission statement her goal is to help people through one of the most difficult times of their lives, with kindness, compassion and expertise. Ms. Browning has been practicing since 2005 and her primary practice includes all types of alternative dispute resolution within Matrimonial Law. Lisa obtained a doctor of jurisprudence from Rutgers School of Law – Newark and holds a certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution. She served as a law clerk to the Honorable Jessica R. Mayer,...