$ 595-625 per hour
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SeidenFreed provides exceptional legal services for family law matters in a strategic, solution-oriented, and supportive manner. A distinguished and trusted lawyer, Sheryl Seiden has demonstrated record of success that has propelled her to the highest ranks of the New Jersey matrimonial bar.
With nearly thirty years of experience, Sheryl has the wisdom and sophistication to understand how to litigate for her clients with zealous advocacy, while recognixing the benefits of resolving disputes to save her clients the expense, burden and emtional drain of proceeding with litigation. as a Certified Mediator, she has the superior skills to settle cases for her clients as their advocate, amd an apt disposition to mediate cases for individuals.
Mindful of the stress of divorce and its attendant issues, including disputes over cusotdy and parenting time, Seiden Family Law provides a reassuing atmosphere to support clients with their family law needs. The firm uses a team approach whereby the firm's large network of other experts and professionals are tapped when needed.
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29 years
14 years
$ 595-625 per hour
State: New York
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
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Posted by Mark | October 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I am extremely grateful for the incredible support, professionalism and expertise I received from Sheryl and her team during one of the most challenging times in my life . From the initial consultation, to the very end, Sheryl and team were very compassionate and had a very strategic mindset that ga...
Posted by John | October 21, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Sheryl Seiden has been my lawyer since 2016, when I first spoke to her regarding a possible divorce. Years later, I have learned it was one of the best decisions I ever made. I have the utmost respect for Ms. Seiden's expertise in matrimonial law and particularly in her skill as a negotiator. She kno...
Posted by Amy | March 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I knew from the getgo that Sheryl was going to have my back and give me the support I needed throughout my divorce. Sheryl, Christine and Don guided me through 4 plus years of a very difficult divorce. Sheryl was always there to support me and also not afraid to tell me when I was not taking the ri...
Posted by William | January 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I honestly feel that I could not have been represented better. From the moment I walked into the office I was treated with professionalism and a true sense of caring from everyone in the office. I’m sure my case is not unique. I was not going through a divorce, my girlfriend was, but I needed to quas...
Posted by Badal | January 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I hired Sheryl Seiden to represent me in my divorce case that started in Feb 2022, and that was the best decision I made in the last 1 year. Thanks to her advice and strategies, I got 50% custody of my 2-year old son within 2 months of hiring her. She helped me navigate the most difficult time of my ...
"I have been practicing as a Family Part litigator for many years; I enthusiastically endorse Sheryl Seiden. I consider her to be a bright dynamic lawyer with cutting edge insights; she has intensity, passion, and commitment to the causes she strategizes and the clients for whom she advocates. I predict she will make her mark on the development of family law in our state before her career is concluded; she is recognized as an up and coming leader in the family law bar and will soon Chair the Family Law Section, which I had the honor to do many years ago. I look forward to working with Sheryl in the future to continue to reform and improve the matrimonial dispute resolution system so that it meets the needs of those who must enter into it."
"I endorse this lawyer because she is a strong advocate for her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend her to potential clients, colleagues and adversaries as an experienced attorney or mediator. I have heard her argue before the Supreme court - she is a powerhouse. She is very knowledgeable, compassionate and easy going, all while advocating intelligently for her clients. I'm lucky to consider her my friend."
"Sheryl Seiden handles every case with compassion and excellence. Her experience as a mediator makes her an excellent litigator. She can see all sides of the issues and uses that perspective to get her clients great results."
"Sheryl is a force to be reckoned with both in and out of the courtroom. Her extensive knowledge and experience in the area of divorce and family law have earned her a stellar reputation among her peers. She is creative in problem solving and passionate about serving the needs of her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sheryl is a brilliant, diligent, scholarly attorney who puts her heart into her work. I recommend her highly for Family Law matters."
"I had the pleasure to work with Sheryl as a mediator in a complex, financial and emotional matter. She resolved the matter quickly and professionally, handling all matters perfectly."
"I have worked with Sheryl as an adversary on cases and a colleague within the Family Bar. While she always zealously advocates for her client's needs, she does so with the patience, conscientiousness and dedication that allows all parties to move on in an amicable manner. She is the type of attorney we all hope to have on the other side of a case, or work with as a colleague in the Bar."
"I cannot say enough good things about Ms. Seiden. We have had cases against each other, both contentious and not. Each and every time, Ms. Seiden handles the matter in the utmost professional manner; she is a master in her field, IMHO, and always has the best interest of all involved when representing a client. I 100% endorse this lawyer with so much respect and admiration."
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2016
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2016
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2016
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2016
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2016
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2024 - Present
Partner/Founder, SeidenFreed LLC
2016 - Present
Partner/Founder, Seiden Family Law, LLC
2003 - 2016
Partner/Associate, Ceconi & Cheifetz, LLC
2000 - 2003
Associate, Kasowitz, Benson, Torres & Friedman
1998 - 2000
Associate, Paul Hastings Janofsky & Walker
1996 - 1998
Associate, Thacher Proffitt & Wood
1995 - 1995
Summer Associate, Thacher Proffitt & Wood
2024 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, New Jersey ChapterPresident
2021 - Present
NJSBATrustee
2014 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersBoard of Managers
2010 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2010 - Present
Essex County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Union County Bar AssociationMember
2019 - 2020
New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law SectionChair
2015 - 2021
New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law SectionOfficer
2014 - 2015
New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law SectionCo-Chair of Legislative Subcommittee
2009 - 2010
New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law SectionCo-Chair of Young Lawyer Subsection
1995 - 1996
NYLS Law ReviewManaging Editor Law Review
1994 - 1995
NYLS Law ReviewEditor
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2018
Child Support and Emancipation
2017
Yes you can get Counsel Fees
2017
Social Media
2017
Hot Tips For Family Lawyers
2017
Ethics
2017
Ethics
2017
Ethics for Family Lawyers
2016
Navigating Landmines in Negotiating and Drafting Property Settlement Agreements
2016
Parental Alientation and Relocation
2016
Family Law - Alimony
2016
Managing Difficult Clients
2016
Hot Tips Seminar - Equitable Distribution Issues
2015
Equitable Distribution Should be Equitable Not Equal
2015
Family Law - Legilsation
2015
Parental Alientation and Relocation
2015
Hot Tips Seminar
2014
Family Law - Relocation
2014
Hot Tips Seminar - Case Management Orders
2012
How To Prepare An Effective Case Information Statement
2008
How To Take A Case Through The Court System
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