Why do we want to help
Men & Fathers?
Divorce, and other family law related conflicts, have a large effect, not only upon the persons in conflict, but on the children, as well as the immediate and extended families too. Of course, where there are children, the effect on them in particular can be world-shaking, and very long-lasting. As a child of divorce myself, I have experienced the effects of family court first hand. I was just 7-years-old when my parents began the divorce process and I remain fascinated on how the legal process, perceptions, and certain stereotypes that existed back then really had a direct effect on the ultimate outcome of the case, and the subsequent direction of my life.
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Our team of family law attorneys firmly believe that every party within a New Jersey divorce deserves a chance at fairness, regardless of gender. Parenting time became lopsided a few years after my parent’s divorce, and eventually my father and I became estranged. I certainly did not understand why this happened as a young child, and it affected me greatly in both negative and positive ways.
It was and remains unfathomable to me how a parent that was supposed to be there for me and, by all society norms, love me unconditionally, simply wasn’t. I have always wondered just how much the court and divorce process and all it entails contributed to that ultimate outcome.
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We are a team of New Jersey divorce attorneys that help men and fathers get through their legal processes with confidence by being a guide through the complicated legal system, presenting a course of action in your best interest, and most importantly the best interests of your children. We want to help protect what matters most, and because of my years of experience as the subject child in these kinds of cases, I decided that
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I wanted to build a law office that would help so that no parent and no child has to feel like the odd man out (pun intended). What we are not? We are not a woman-hating law firm. We are, in fact, a woman-owned law firm! We are not interested in any attorney-client relationships intended to advance any legal position that could potentially hurt you, your children, or your spouse. We are not in the game of revenge against your spouse or your children.
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We are not just focused on short-term family court solutions, but rather anchor our legal advice around structuring strategies towards long-term goals for every involved party. We will zealously advocate for your best interests, while simultaneously maintaining a high level of professionalism that we’re already known for.
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If you are reading this, perhaps you or someone you know is experiencing turmoil in their relationship or divorce process. We understand how unsettling that can be and how the fear of the unknown in terms of things like child custody, child support, alimony and family law issues may be paralyzing.
We invite you to contact our office or call 201-430-7845 to speak with our attorneys today so we can set up a subsequent goals and options planning session.
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As experienced family lawyers, it’s crucial to us that our clients fully entrust us with their future. Our firm philosophy is to provide our clients with the utmost care, guidance, communication, transparency, and candor legal counsel.
We hope to hear from you soon!
Our Attorneys
We each individually have a lot of years' of experience devoted to Divorce & Family Law matters; combine us together, and we are a powerhouse team ready to help you and guide you through the uncertainty.
CARRIE S. SCHULTZ, ESQ. |
OWNER & LEAL STRATEGIST
Carrie S. Schultz, Esq. has been practicing divorce and family law for over twenty (20) years. She is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney and practices exclusively in the area of Divorce and Family Law. She attended the University Of Miami School of Law and was admitted to the New Jersey and Florida State Bars in May 2001 and to the New York State Bar in July 2004.
In 2005, she attended and successfully completed the American Bar Association (ABA) Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute in Houston, TX. In 2008 to 2009, Ms. Schultz served as Co-Chair of the Young Lawyers Subcommittee of the New Jersey State Bar Association Family Law Section Executive Committee and was selected to continue to be an active committee member.
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Additionally, throughout her career, Ms. Schultz has been a frequent lecturer, moderator, and panelist in matrimonial law-related seminars for the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education and an Early Settlement Panelists.
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When not practicing law, you will find her cheering on her alma mater (Go Gators) or practicing her love of latin ballroom dancing.
ANTHONY DUNLEAVY, ESQ. | ATTORNEY
Since 2010, Anthony William Dunleavy has devoted his energy to the practice of family law. As a former philosophy major, Dunleavy approaches each and every case with an inquisitive and analytical mind, which helps his clients reach the best possible result, whether through litigation or mediation.
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In the courtroom, attorney Dunleavy is well respected in the legal community and has a reputation for honesty with the court, sincerity with his clients, and compassion for the sensitive legal matter at hand. He exhibits patience and professionalism at all times. While he believes that negotiation is best practice before rushing to the courthouse, he understands that some matters simply cannot be resolved without the court’s intervention.
JOSHUA FREEMAN, ESQ. |
ATTORNEY
Josh has exclusively represented family law clients throughout his career, handling all aspects of matrimonial litigation, including divorce, child custody and parenting time, equitable distribution, child and spousal support, marital agreements, domestic violence, alternate dispute resolution, civil unions, and domestic torts.
He began his career as judicial law clerk for the Honorable William R. DeLorenzo, Jr., J.S.C. (ret.), of the Superior Court, Chancery Division, Family Part of Bergen County.
Prior to joining the firm, he was a member of several of the premier family law firms in New Jersey, gaining experience with statewide practices before forming his own law firm, and then joining us!
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Josh earned his undergraduate degree from Syracuse University as an All-American goalkeeper for the Men’s Soccer Team, and subsequently enjoyed a five-year professional career in the United States and England (before coming out of retirement to represent Team USA in the 2017 Maccabi Games in Israel and 2019 Pan Am Games in Mexico City). He thereafter returned to his alma mater and graduated from the Syracuse University College of Law in 2005, with a Specialty Certificate of Study from the school’s Center for Family Law & Social Policy.
Josh is a member of the Family Law Section of the Bergen County Bar Association and New Jersey Bar Association, as well as the Barry Croland Family Law American Inn of Court.
Mr. Freeman has published several articles on a variety of topics in New Jersey family and matrimonial law, including submissions to the New Jersey Family Lawyer, Town Topics Magazine, and the Wilentz Family Law Digest. Josh is additionally the host and managing editor of The War of the Roses Podcast – a forum dedicated exclusively to family and matrimonial law issues in New Jersey.
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STEVEN SEGALAS, ESQ.
ANDREW J. ECONOMOS, ESQ. |
*of Counsel(s)
Steven M. Segalas, Esq. is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney.
Steven has provided clients comprehensive family law services for nearly twenty years. He has handled the complexities of divorce matters involving issues as sensitive as custody and parenting time, as well as matters involving complex business valuation models. He is no stranger to handling high asset divorce matters as well as every day matters for families with average incomes. He joins the firm as an of counsel.
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Andrew J. Economos, Esq. (“Andy”) is devoted to all aspects of Family Law including divorce; such as custody, parenting time, child support, alimony, and equitable distribution of assets and liabilities, as well as post-judgment litigation and domestic violence disputes, both those seeking to obtain a restraining order, and those defending against one.
Andy is certified by the Superior Court of New Jersey to handle mediation and conciliatory matters, and enjoys serving in the role of Mediator. Andy has also volunteered as an expert panelist at the Middlesex County court in the Early Settlement Panel program.
Andy received his Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law. After serving as a judicial intern in the Essex County Family Court, Andy served as a judicial law clerk to the Hon. Richard C. Camp, J.S.C (Ret.), Chancery Division, Family Part, Essex County.
Andy is a member of the Union County Bar Association, New Jersey State Bar Association, as well as the Jamesburg-Monroe Chamber of Commerce. Andy is also an instructor, teaching several courses in the Paralegals Studies program for the Institute of Paralegal Studies.
P.S.- they both have faces in real life.
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