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John T Knapp
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John T. Knapp, Esq. is a partner at the firm of Simon, O’Brien & Knapp, P.C. He received his undergraduate degree from Montclair State University and his law degree from Seton Hall University School of Law, where he was a faculty scholar. Immediately after law school, Mr. Knapp was associated with a busy general practice firm where he worked his way up to partner and headed the firm’s matrimonial practice.
In 2009, Mr. Knapp joined Simon & O’Brien, P.C. as counsel, and he became a partner in 2012. Since joining the firm in 2009, Mr. Knapp has headed the firm’s domestic violence practice area while also representing clients in all phases is matrimonial litigation including bench trials, plenary hearings, arbitration hearings, mediations (both as a mediator and as a client advocate), appeals, motions, depositions and settlement negotiations. He has handled matrimonial matters involving domestic abuse, equitable distribution, alimony, ante-nuptial agreements, complex real estate holdings, business valuations, custody and parenting time issues, child support, parental alienation, family trusts, grandparental visitation, paternity and high net worth.
Mr. Knapp is admitted to the bars of the State of New Jersey and the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey. Mr. Knapp has served as a mediator for the New Jersey Superior Court and volunteers his time as a panelist for the Matrimonial Early Settlement Panel program in Morris and Sussex Counties. He is a member of the Morris County, New Jersey State and American Bar Associations as well as the New Jersey Association for Justice.
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Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2002
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John Knapp
1719 Route 10, Parsippany, NJ, 07054
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Posted by Debby | July 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Best of the best!
Look no further than John Knapp….. After 17 yrs of bad faith motions filed against me, involving multiple lawyers, rotations of Judges, I found the best lawyer in the business, John Knapp, to end the madness! The truth and fairness really matter to John and he was masterful fighting for me. His expe...
Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Libel & Slander
Fantastic Attorney!
We retained attorney John Knapp as lead counsel to handle an appeal defending our verdict on a very complex and emotional NJ defamation case. Although we spoke with a few others, after speaking with John, the choice was an easy one! John was a fantastic mix of kind and confident. He was willing to wo...
Posted by Tina | March 19, 2014 | Family
Great attorney
I have had two legal matters handled by Mr. Knapp and I would like to thank him openly for his patience, dedication and expertise. Without a lot of personal detail, it is fair to say that in the uncomfortable world of family law, Mr. Knapp is truly excellent representation.
Posted by tim | August 04, 2010
my favorite lawyer
John is a very professional attorney. He did everything I asked and more. I was very happy with his service. I have already recomended him to friends.He is very strong when needed, but always professional
John T Knapp's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Knapp is my adversary on a contested divorce matter. I have found him to be professional and practical in resolving the matter."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. John is an extremely hard-working and intelligent lawyer, who is very knowledgeable about the law and how to obtain the best results for his clients. He is thorough and diligent, and painstakingly detailed-oriented. I endorse him without reservation."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
10 Best Law Firm in the field of Family Law, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Best Law Firms - Family Law, US News and World Reports
2019
10 Best Law Firm in the field of Family Law, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Top 100 Attorney in the field of Family Law, Association of American Trial Lawyers
2019
Top 10 Family Law Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
Top 10 Family Law Attorney (Client Satisfaction), American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Best Law Firms - Family Law, US News and World Reports
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Best Law Firms - Family Law, US News and World Reports
2016
Best Law Firms - Family Law, US News and World Reports
2015
Best Law Firms - Family Law, US News and World Reports
2014
Best Law Firms - Family Law, US News and World Reports
2013
Best Law Firms - Family Law, US News and World Reports
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Partner, Simon O'Brien & Knapp, P.C.
2009 - 2012
Of Counsel, Simon & O'Brien, P.C.
2007 - 2009
Partner, Schablik and Knapp, P.A.
2002 - 2007
Associate, Noel E. Schablik, P.A.
2000 - 2002
Law Clerk/ Paralegal, Noel E. Schablik, P.A. and Weiner, Katz & Schablik
Associations
2018 - Present
American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators - New JerseyFounding Member
2003 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
New Jersey Association for JusticeMember
2002 - Present
Morris County Bar AssociationMember
American Bar Association
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Manger v. Manger 417 NJ Super. 370 (App. Div. 2010)
Affirmed in favor of client
Davis v. Strazza, et als., 380 N.J. Super. 476 (App. Div. 2005), certification denied, 186 NJ 242 (2006)
Obtained summary judgment in favor of clients.
Fields v. Thompson Printing Company, Inc., 363 F3d 259 (3d Cir. 2004)
Affirmed trial court decision against employer and in favor of client
Education
2002
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Montclair State University
Bachelor
Languages
English