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Relentless Advocacy for Divorce & Family Law Cases in New Jersey
At Shaw Divorce & Family Law, we are strategic and aggressive advocates for our clients in Somerset County, Hunterdon County, Middlesex County, and throughout New Jersey. Led by managing attorney Andrew M. Shaw, Esq., our team is fully committed to protecting your rights through both negotiation and litigation. We do not compromise on winnable issues, offering trial-ready confidence and strength to demand fair outcomes. Our approach combines meticulous legal analysis with client education, including a free New Jersey divorce law guide to empower clients with knowledge about statutes, court rules, and case law.We specialize in family law matters such as divorce, alimony, custody, child support, property division, appeals, and restraining orders. Our attorneys think several steps ahead, implementing strategies designed to produce the best possible outcomes at the earliest stages of litigation. With a focus on both advocacy and education, we aim to demystify the legal process and ensure our clients are fully informed and prepared.
Services
Divorce
Alimony
Custody
Child Support
Division of Property
Appeals
Restraining Orders
Highlights and features
- We offer strategic and aggressive representation in divorce and family law matters.
- Our team provides a free comprehensive guide to New Jersey divorce law.
- We combine meticulous legal analysis with client education to demystify the process.
- Our attorneys have decades of combined experience in New Jersey family law.
- We prioritize trial-ready confidence to protect clients' rights in complex cases.
Associations and certifications
- Rising Stars designation by Thomson Reuters
- 10 Best designation by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- Certified Financial Litigator designation by the AACFL
- Top 10 Under 40 designation by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
- Raising the Bar Top 10 designation by Attorney & Practice magazine
What people say
Best lawyer in New Jersey
Excellent service
Outstanding legal professional
Services
Divorce Representation
Our divorce attorneys provide strategic and aggressive representation for clients navigating the complexities of marital dissolution in New Jersey. We focus on protecting clients' rights in property division, spousal support, and child custody matters. Our team combines trial-ready confidence with meticulous legal analysis to achieve favorable outcomes.
Child Custody Advocacy
We specialize in protecting parental rights and children's well-being through comprehensive custody representation. Our attorneys help clients establish, modify, or enforce custody arrangements while prioritizing the child's best interests. We address complex issues like international abduction and relocation with strategic legal solutions.
Alimony Negotiation
Our firm provides expert guidance on alimony determinations, modifications, and enforcement. We help clients understand their financial obligations and rights while developing strategies to achieve fair long-term support arrangements. Our approach balances legal knowledge with practical financial considerations.
Property Division
We handle complex property division cases involving business valuations, retirement accounts, and high-asset estates. Our attorneys employ strategic analysis to ensure equitable distribution of marital assets while protecting clients' financial futures through thorough discovery and valuation processes.
Appeals Process
Our appellate specialists review unjust rulings and develop compelling arguments for higher court review. We focus on identifying legal errors and crafting persuasive briefs to challenge unfavorable decisions. Our team leverages deep knowledge of appellate procedures to protect clients' legal rights.
People
Andrew M. Shaw
Managing Partner
Andrew M. Shaw, Esq., leads the firm with over 15 years of family law experience. He specializes in strategic divorce litigation and complex custody cases, combining aggressive advocacy with client education. His approach emphasizes early case analysis to achieve favorable settlements or trial outcomes.
Janet B. Coven
Partner
Janet B. Coven focuses on high-asset divorce cases and property division matters. With extensive experience in business valuation and financial analysis, she helps clients protect their economic interests through meticulous discovery and negotiation strategies.
Sarah C. Mulrean
Partner
Sarah C. Mulrean specializes in child custody and parenting time issues. She advocates for clients' parental rights while prioritizing children's well-being, handling complex cases involving relocation, international abduction, and domestic violence protections.
Pamela M. Copeland
Of Counsel
Pamela M. Copeland brings decades of family law experience to complex divorce cases. Her practice focuses on appellate advocacy and challenging unjust court rulings, leveraging deep knowledge of New Jersey's family law precedents.
Robert J. Vile
Certified Public Accountant
Robert J. Vile, CPA, provides financial expertise in divorce cases involving complex asset valuation. He works closely with attorneys to analyze business valuations, retirement accounts, and tax implications to support equitable distribution strategies.
Questions
What areas of family law do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce, alimony, child custody, property division, appeals, and restraining orders in New Jersey.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide completely free initial consultations to discuss your case and legal options.
How do you handle emergency custody situations?
We provide immediate legal assistance for emergent custody matters through New Jersey's Order to Show Cause process.
Can you help with out-of-state clients?
Yes, we've successfully represented international clients and can accommodate remote case management needs.
What makes your firm different from others?
Our combination of strategic litigation, client education, and aggressive advocacy delivers results-driven representation in family law matters.
Do you provide resources for understanding divorce law?
Yes, we offer a comprehensive free New Jersey divorce law guide with statutes, court rules, and case law explanations.
