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Bruce P. Matez

Bruce P. Matez

10.0

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.5 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 7

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Overview

Practice Areas

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Fixed (Sometimes), Hourly ($300-$350/hour), Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • English

About Me

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My focus is to help clients reach agreements and avoid the heartache, stress and financial burden of litigation through the court. I will take the time to... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Hurry on in!”

Posted by: Nancy, almost 3 years ago.

Client Review: Bruce is very down to earth and will give you his best estimate of what is about to happen each step of the way. He is not a 'yes' man; although he... more
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5 star rating

“Review for Bruce Matez”

Posted by: Alan, about 3 years ago.

Client Review: When speaking to others regarding the outcomes of various divorces and the result, especially for men like myself, many opinions agreed that my... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

4 endorsements


Matthew R Abatemarco

Bruce Matez is an exceptional advocate for his clients. In addition to his legal knowledge and skill, Bruce offers practical advice. I highly... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Matthew Abatemarco , Red Bank (NJ), 6 months ago
Elliot S Stomel

I have been familiar with Bruce Matez and his law firm for many years. As a fellow lawyer in the same local community, I can personally attest that... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Elliot Stomel , Cherry Hill (NJ), Almost 3 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

23 years since Bruce P. Matez was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
New Jersey Active 1989 03/13/2013
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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Associate and Manager of Family Law Department at Gerstein & Grayson, LLP 1999–2006
Partner at Pluese, Leone, Matez & Incollingo 1997–1999
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
American Psychological Association Core Training in Parenting Coordination 2012
Practical Collaborative Solutions, LLC Collaborative Law Training (basic and advanced) 2010
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Top Family Law Attorney SJ Magazine 2012
Top Family Law Attorney SJ Magazine 2011
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Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member International Academy of Collaborative Professionals 2010–present
Founding member South Jersey Collaborative Law Group 2010–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 7
Answers: 10 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers - chosen by asker
4 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
3 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 3 Legal Guides
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Collaborative Divorce 7/18/11-Voices in the Family 2011
Divorce Mediation Divorce Mediation Refresher 2010
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