Laura Mann received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from the Richard Stockton College of New Jersey in 1993 and her Juris Doctorate from Hofstra University School of Law in 1996. While at Hofstra, Laura received numerous awards for her dedication to public service providing legal assistance to those in need through her work at legal services in both Ohio and New Jersey and the various leadership roles she assumed. Laura graduated Hofstra Law in 1996 with her Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree. Those experiences were a prelude to a decade of dedication to public service. She relocated to Ohio to use her legal education, skills and training to serve as a lawyer to the low-income population of the rural communities in Ohio’s Appalachian Valley for almost a decade of dedicated service to the poor.
Those years of service, experience and dedication developed her legal knowledge and honed her litigation skills, proficiency she uses daily in her current practice. She utilizes her finely-tuned advocacy skills and, when appropriate, creative and peaceful resolutions of those legal disputes through mediation. Laura’s innate compassion and understanding, combined with her experience, skills and training as a litigator and mediator, enable her to adjust her approach to the matter at hand to seek the best outcome for her clients.
Laura founded her law firm in 2007 so she could continue her efforts assisting those in need of high-quality legal representation in and around northern New Jersey. Since that time, she has provided dedicated legal service to residents of West Milford and surrounding areas, addressing a variety of legal needs.
In 2018, as the Firm continues to grow, the Law Offices of Laura S. Mann, LLC moved its main office to West Caldwell, New Jersey from Riverdale, New Jersey so it could be more accessible to clients in need of her services in the area and be even more reachable to a broader client base. The Firm continues to maintain its West Milford office also as a convenience to clients living in West Milford, Northern Passaic County, Sussex County and those in the surrounding areas.
Laura represents clients primarily in northern New Jersey though is happy to assist clients state-wide when appropriate. She currently focuses her practice in the areas of Divorce and Matrimonial Law, Reproductive Rights, Real Estate, Estate Planning, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure Defense, general litigation, business law and mediation.
Laura is licensed to practice law in New Jersey, New York and Ohio (though has voluntarily made her Ohio license inactive), and has been admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the District of New Jersey, the Southern District of Ohio and the United States Tax Court. Laura also has been specially trained in civil mediation and has been included on the statewide roster of court-appointed mediators as a R. 1:40 qualified mediator.
Laura is a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys, the West Milford Chamber of Commerce and the West Milford Newcomers Club.
Education
Bar Admissions
Memberships
Practice areas
Handling divorce, dissolution, separations, custody, visitation, child support, child support enforcement, domestic violence, child abuse cases and other family matters including the mediation of family disputes.
26 years, 300 cases
Handling residential real estate transactions, such as pre-closing negotiations and contract review, closings on the purchase or refinancing of property and loans and post-closing disputes.
26 years, 100 cases
26 years, 150 cases
26 years
26 years
Languages spoken
English
Law Offices Of Laura S. Mann, LLC
185 Fairfield Ave.
Suite 3C
West Caldwell, NJ, 07006
Law Offices of Laura S. Mann, LLC
1815 Union Valley Road
Floor 2
West Milford, NJ, 07480
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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OH | Active | 1998 | 05/08/2022 |
NY | Due to Register within 30 Days of Birthday | 1998 | 03/02/2022 |
NJ | Active | 1996 | 03/31/2022 |
Legal answers | 4 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
AV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Certificate of Appreciation | Fairfield County Legal Clinic | 2003 |
Certificate of Appreciation | Southeastern Ohio Legal Services | 2002 |
Service Award | Hofstra University School of Law | 1996 |
Outstanding Leadership Award | Hofstra University School of Law | 1995 |
Volunteer Recognition Award | Hofstra University School of Law | 1995 |
Certificate of Achievement | Hofstra University School of Law Public Justice Foundation | 1995 |
Volunteer Recognition Awared | Hofstra University School of Law | 1994 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Principal | Law Offices of Laura S. Mann, LLC | 2007 - Present |
Manager of Pro Bono Department | Northeast NJ Legal Services | 2006 - 2007 |
Attorney/Director of Low Income Tax Clinic/Pro Bono Coordinator | Southeastern Ohio Legal Services | 1996 - 2006 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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New Jersey Audubon Society | Member | 2012 - Present |
American Bar Association, General Practice, Solo and Small Firm Division | Member | 2011 - Present |
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys | Member | 2010 - Present |
Halfway Hounds, Inc. | Board Attorney | 2010 - Present |
New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators | Member | 2008 - Present |
New Jersey Association of Women Business Owners | 2008 - Present | |
West Milford Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2008 - Present |
New Jersey State Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 1996 - Present |
Animals Depend on People, Too, Inc. | Founding Member & President | 2003 - 2005 |
Neighborhood Mediation | Founding Member | 2003 - 2006 |
Habitiat for Humanity | Former Board of Directors | 1999 - 2001 |
R.E.A.C.H. | Founding Member | 1994 - 1996 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Hofstra University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1996 |
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1993 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Lawline Live Training | Uncontested Divorce in New Jersey | 2011 |
Estate Planning Seminar | Estate Planning | 2010 |
Attorney Continuing Legal Education Seminar | Custody and Visitation legal updates | 2005 |
Legal Training | Cancellation of Debt Income | 2005 |
Legal Training | Domestic Violence Law and Procedure | 2004 |
Legal Training / Panel | Ex parte custody | 2004 |
Legal Training | Tax Issues Lurking in Your Caseload | 2003 |
Legal Training | Federal tax law | 2003 |
Radio interview | Ex-parte custody orders | 2002 |
Legal Training | Landlord-Tenant Law, Domestic Violence, Consumer Law | 2002 |
Legal Training | Landlord Tenant law | 2002 |
Staff training | Federal individual income tax, family law | 2002 |
Public Seminars | Tenant Rights, Divorce, Custody, Child Support, etc. | 2001 |
Legal Training | Landlord - Tenant Law | 2001 |
Public Seminars | Tenant Rights, Divorce, Custody, Child Support | 2000 |
Public seminars | Tenant Rights, Custody, Divorce, Child Support | 1999 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In the Matter of C.T. | Successful |
In the Matter of E.M. | Successful at trial and on 2 subsequent appeals |
Haney v. Roberts | Case of first impression - won on appeal |
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Lisa Arkin, Business Attorney on Mar 30, 2016
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Laura Mann is an exceptionally gifted attorney and highly respected in her community. Laura combines her remarkable aptitude for the law, with compassion and professionalism. I can refer clients to Laura Mann with confidence.
Tracey Cahn, Family Attorney on Jan 26, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Laura is an exceptionally talented and hard-working attorney. She treats her clients and colleagues with the utmost respect and courtesy.
Lisa Arkin, Business Attorney on Mar 30, 2016
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Laura Mann is an exceptionally gifted attorney and highly respected in her community. Laura combines her remarkable aptitude for the law, with compassion and professionalism. I can refer clients to Laura Mann with confidence.
Tracey Cahn, Family Attorney on Jan 26, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Laura is an exceptionally talented and hard-working attorney. She treats her clients and colleagues with the utmost respect and courtesy.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Jan 25, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Bond, Family Attorney on Sep 4, 2014
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Laura has been a most-valued colleague ever since I entered the profession. She is a font of knowledge not only to her clients, but to her peers, and I'm all the better for it. I'm grateful to Laura for all the advice she's given me over the years!
Anita Gurnani, Family Attorney on Apr 9, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. experienced, compassionate lawyer.
Christopher Leroi, Family Attorney on Sep 20, 2013
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Ms. Mann is really a superb attorney. I love reading her answers to questions on Avvo and learning from her expertise and her incredible advise. I have been an attorney, judge, magistrate, prosecutor, and law professor, and I still learn from her every day. I would highly recommend her to everyone and anyone on Avvo.
M. Miller, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Aug 9, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Evan Oshan, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Jan 24, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Suzana Das, Family Attorney on Jan 4, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Herbert Ellis, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Dec 30, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
Scott Goldstein, General practice Attorney on Jul 20, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with and for Ms. Mann and she is a caring, conscientious attorney who always puts her client's interests to the forefront. She has a deep understanding of the law and puts that understanding to great use for her clients.
James Fridie, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jun 28, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Anytime I have a question regarding Bankruptcy, Laura is the first person I contact. She is knowledgeable, friendly, and provides zealous representation to her clients. I would feel comfortable referring her to my friends and family.
Bruce Gudin, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Jun 28, 2012
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I endorse Laura because she is my "go-to" person when I have complicated Bankruptcy law questions I need assistance with. She is knowledgeable and friendly. Call her.
Edward Smith, General practice Attorney on Jun 28, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
Susan Glover, Unknown Attorney on Jun 28, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Laura is a very experienced and knowledgeable attorney who advocates for her clients.
Geraldene Duswalt, Family Attorney on Jun 28, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
Carl Archer, Chapter 7 bankruptcy Attorney on Jun 6, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer. Laura is empathetic, caring, but also shrewd and pragmatic - great qualities in a lawyer when you're looking to get results.
Michael Palumbo, Unknown Attorney on Apr 24, 2012
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Her reputation precedes her.
Adam Rosenblum, Family Attorney on Jun 21, 2011
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Laura is a member of my networking group and always has solid and expert legal advice to share. She is a hard-working attorney who gets the job done.
Russell Goldman, Family Attorney on Jan 14, 2011
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I endorse this lawyer. Laura is an outstanding attorney who represents the best of the legal profession.
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