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Kristin M. Capalbo

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  • Cranford, NJ
  • Licensed for 17 years
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About Kristin

My practice area includes all aspects of family law and divorce including custody, parenting time, alimony, support, equitable distribution of assets, adoption and relocation. I also represent individuals involved in domestic violence disputes, both those seeking to obtain a restraining order, and those defending against one. I handle all aspects of post-judgment litigation including modifications of alimony and child support, change of custody and parenting time, payment of college expenses and requests of a custodial parent to relocate from the State of New Jersey.  I am also an experienced family law mediator in both private and court appointed divorce and post-divorce matters. 

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Practice areas

OtherChild supportChild custodyFamilyDivorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 30%

    18 years

  2. Family: 20%

  3. Child custody: 15%

  4. Child support: 15%

  1. Domestic violence: 10%

    18 years

  2. Mediation: 10%

    18 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C.
340 North Avenue
Cranford, NJ, 07016

      Resume

      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      NJActive200303/30/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
      Avvo Contributions
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers2018
      Rising StarSuper Lawyers2017
      Clients' Choice AwardAvvo2014
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      PartnerDughi, Hewit & Domalewski, P.C.2008 - Present
      Associate AttorneyWilentz, Goldman & Spitzer, P.A.2003 - 2006
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Union County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember2010 - Present
      New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember2006 - Present
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Society of Grownups - A MassMutual Learning InitiativeIs a Pre-Nup Right for You?2016
      New Jersey Bar Association publicationWhat Are You Actually Deciding When You Plan to Get a Divorce?2016
      Society of Grownups - A MassMutual Learning InitiativeHow Where You Live Impacts Your Divorce - Now and Later2016
      Society of Grownups - A MassMutual Learning InitiativeHow Will My Finances Change After I Get Divorced?2016
      Society of Grownups - A MassMutual Learning InitiativeI've Decided to Get a Divorce. What Will it Cost?2016
      Society of Grownups - A MassMutual Learning InitiativeWhat Are You Actually Deciding When You Plan to Get a Divorce?2016
      By David M. Wildstein, Esq. (With Special Thanks to Kristin M. Capalbo, Esq. for her assistance in preparing this article.)A Problem In Search of a Solution: Valuation of an Active Immune Business2004
      by Charles F. Vuotto, Jr., Esq. and Jeffrey K. Epstein, Esq. (With Special Thanks to Kristin M. Capalbo)Do Partners and Co-Shareholders Have Rights of Privacy in Divorce Discovery?2003
      by Charles F. Vuotto, Jr., Esq. and Noel S. Tonneman Esq. (With Special Thanks to Risa Kleiner, Esq. and Kristin Capalbo, Esq.)Arbitration and Mediation of Marital Disputes (The New Age)2003
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Seton Hall University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2003
      American UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts2000
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      "Attend a Free Seminar - Everything You Need to Know About Divorce"Divorce/Family Law2017
      "Attend a Free Seminar - Everything You Need to Know About Divorce"Divorce/Family Law2016
      "Attend a Free Seminar - Everything You Need to Know About Divorce"Divorce/Family Law2015
      "Attend a Free Seminar - Everything You Need to Know About Divorce."Divorce/Family Law2014
      "Attend a Free Seminar - Everything You Need to Know About Divorce."Divorce/Family Law2013
      "Attend a Free Seminar - Everything You Need to Know About Divorce"Divorce/Family Law2012
      "Attend a Free Seminar - Everything You Need to Know About Divorce"Divorce/Family Law2011
      "Attend a Free Seminar - Everything You Need to Know About Divorce"Divorce/Family Law2010
      "Attend a Free Seminar - Everything You Need to Know About Divorce"Divorce/Family Law2009
      "Attend a Free Seminar - Everything You Need to Know About Divorce"Divorce/Family Law2008
      "Annual Family Law Digest - Summary of 2004 New Jersey Family Law Opinions, Court Rules, Enacted and Pending Statutes"Divorce/Family Law2005
      "Annual Family Law Digest - Summary of 2003 New Jersey Family Law Opinions, Court Rules, Enacted and Pending Statutes"Divorce/Family Law2004
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      W.A.W. v. P.R.R., A-3054-09T1Appeal granted - restraining order was dismissed

      Reviews

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      Look no further

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      Kristin is outstanding! She came highly recommended by my supervisor who had used her for a family matter. After firing my previous attorney who emptied my pockets and didn’t fight for me, I hired Kristin. I wish I would’ve found her sooner. Kristin is sweet, kind, smart and represents your best interest. When given a game plan, she puts things together and makes things happen. In the end, I made out better than expected, fair and reasonable for both sides.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Best Attorney Ever

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      I worked with Kristin through my divorce, which my ex kept procrastinating with for well over a year. Kristin understood exactly what I wanted as the outcome and played the necessary hardball to make it happen. She was professional yet understanding and thoughtful throughout the entire process especially because I was worried about what the entire debacle was doing to my children.
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      Excellent Attorney!!!

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      Divorce is never easy, but Mrs. Capalbo made it as painless as possible. She was very professional, and well prepared. Having her as my lawyer, I was well-advised and guided through the entire process. Her years of experience and strong will resulted in very fair decisions concerning assets and child support. She is an amazing attorney and I highly recommend calling her if you should ever need one.
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      Professional, high-quality attorney

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      Kristin helped me navigate a stressful divorce as well as it could have gone - she's a true professional and has a good team around her. Very responsive and knowledgeable overall.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Rock Star in matrimonial law

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      I hired Kristin based on recommendations from two co-workers who she represented for their divorce's. She represented me for post-divorce financial and other issues. The process took 6 months including using mediation but in the end I am paying less each month for years to come. Alimony and child support were reduced significantly. Permanent alimony now has an end date. I'm saving over $1,450.00 Also, her support staff and co-workers are amazing. Paralegals Deborah O'Hara and Lori Montgomery and fellow attorney Jeniffer Young are professional and knowledgeable.
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      She is one of the best!!

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      Kristen worked so hard she was my lawyer who then became a great friend , Kristen is caring, honest , compassionate , and so sincere. My divorce was extremely difficult and very trying. I would highly recommend her in fact I have.
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      Amazing lawyer

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      Kristen Capalbo was my lawyer during my divorce last year. She was nothing short of caring and compassionate . Helped me through one of the most difficult times in my life. Kristen made sure I was taken care of afterwards and fought for what I deserved . Thank you !
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      Family Law Attorney

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      Kristin and her staff came highly recommended as a family law attorney, once I met with her I knew why. Her knowledge, thoroughness and ability to address all my concerns immediately put me at ease. It never felt I was bothering her with trivial questions, even though they probably were. She helped me through divorce and child custody in a timely manner with the best outcome possible, I couldn’t have had a better attorney.
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      The Best!

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      I would highly recommend Kristin. She is compassionate and caring and passionate about her profession. She is extremely knowledgeable and explains things thoroughly. She made the process less difficult and was there for me 100%.
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      Excellent lawyer

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      Kristin was extremely professional and knowledgable. She made a very difficult time in my life much easier. Kristin helped me understand what was going on by taking the time to breakdown and explain things. I had gone through mediation with another lawyer prior to hiring her and she made sure that she added language in the agreement that protected me for issues that could arise in the future. Along with her colleagues, she was thorough, kind, patient, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process of my divorce. I would highly recommend her.
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      Anthony Fazioli, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 23, 2016
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      Kristin is an excellent attorney, and truly fights for her clients. I had the pleasure of having her as an adversary in a divorce matter. We were able to resolve all of the issues, and Kristin fought very hard for her client. I am glad to call her my colleague and friend.

      Jill Rogers

      I endorse this lawyer and all the work she does to get the best results for clients.

      Elissa Perkins, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 5, 2014
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Ilene Miklos, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 6, 2014
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Laura Ruvolo Lipp, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 3, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Christian Lassen

      Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

      John Nachlinger, Family Attorney on Feb 28, 2012
      Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Maurice Giro, Family Attorney on Feb 24, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Andrew Economos, Family Attorney on Feb 22, 2012
      Relationship: Co-worker

      I endorse this lawyer.