Jeralyn L Lawrence

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Jeralyn L Lawrence

4.8
9 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at Watchung, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Arbitration ... +6 more

744 Mountain Blvd., Watchung, NJ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Jeralyn

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Alimony 12%

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Arbitration 12%

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Child Custody 12%

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Divorce and Separation 12%

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Family 12%

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Guardianship 12%

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Mediation 12%

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Trusts 12%

12%
Other 4%

4%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
Super Lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 29 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Lawrence Law, LLC

744 Mountain Blvd., Watchung, NJ, 07069

lawlawfirm.com

Online Presence

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Jeralyn L Lawrence's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

9 Client Reviews


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Clients consistently praise the lawyer's professional representation, support, and meticulous attention to detail, often leading to excellent results. Many reviewers highlight the lawyer's responsiveness, caring approach, and ability to make clients feel protected and well-informed during difficult times.

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Posted by Tony | August 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

When Times Were Tough They Were Just a Phone Call Away

I would like to thank Emily and Jeralyn for the support and help they gave me during the divorce. It was very stressful for me during the divorce. Both Emily and Jeralyn were there for me. Emily answered any questions that I had very truthfully. I was told all the messages that occurred between h...er and my ex-wife’s attorney. Good Lawyers, if you are going for a divorce, and most importantly, after the divorce. When times were tough, they were just a phone call away.

Posted by Amanda | October 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Made a difficult time easier

I had found Jeralyn through an attorney search and decided to meet with her because of the Law firm she works with. Jeralyn is a divorce attorney, so can't say I met with her under the best of circumstances. I was very emotional at the consultation. Jeralyn' patience and understanding were tested by ...me, but she listened and gave her best recommendation. I did select Jeralyn for my attorney. She made me feel protected and cared for. I trusted her to fight for me and i allowed her to do a majority of the speaking for me. She never made a move or said anything that she did not ask me about first. I was well informed by her and her entire team. Like I said, finding her under the circumstances I did, I could not have made a better choice. I felt like I was part of her family with how she cared for me. If I had to go thru a divorce, I am glad I went through it with Jeralyn. She was my hero.

Posted by NL | December 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Inaccessible and Disconnected Representation

I recently went through a challenging divorce process, and unfortunately, my experience with Jeralyn left much to be desired. I felt compelled to share my experience to help others make informed decisions when choosing legal representation. Throughout the entire process, I found it exceptionally d...ifficult to reach and communicate with Mrs. Lawrence. It would often take up to nine days to get a response to even the simplest questions or concerns I had regarding my case. This lack of accessibility created unnecessary stress and uncertainty during an already emotionally charged time. What compounded the issue was the fact that much of the work and communication on my case was delegated to her paralegal. While I understand that lawyers can have busy schedules, especially when appointed to the NJ bar, it was frustrating to have minimal direct interaction with Jeralyn herself. Effective communication with one's attorney is crucial, and in my case, it was severely lacking. I believe that effective communication is a fundamental aspect of any lawyer-client relationship, especially in such sensitive matters as divorce. In my case, the lack of involvement and responsiveness from Jeralyn significantly hindered the progress of my case and added to my frustration. I would caution anyone considering Jeralyn as their legal counsel to carefully assess their accessibility and willingness to engage with clients promptly. Legal matters can be complex and emotionally draining, and it's crucial to have an attorney who is not only knowledgeable but also accessible and committed to your case. While I cannot speak to Jeralyn's legal expertise, having only worked together 3 months, I believe that transparent communication and active involvement are crucial components of effective legal representation, which, regrettably, I did not experience during my divorce proceedings with her. I hope my feedback helps others in their decision-making process, and I sincerely hope that Jeralyn can improve their accessibility and client communication in the future.

Jeralyn Lawrence

Replied last December 11, 2023

Since this is an anonymous review, we are uncertain if this is a former client of ours. We suspect it is not as we diligently adhere to a firm policy of responding to clients within 24 hours of being contacted. In fact, we have received an abundance of reviews that compliment our firm’s responsiveness, attention, support, passion and advocacy. For example, Samantha left a 5-star review advising that the firm went “above and beyond expectations” and that she “always received prompt responses from [me] and [my] legal assistant.” Similarly, John provided a 5-star review stating that I was “very responsive and stayed focused on the big picture.” These directly contradict this anonymous review. All members of this firm pride themselves on being keenly responsive to clients, and this practice will continue to ensure our clients are satisfied with our services. We appreciate any opportunity to reiterate our mission.

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Gary Blaustein

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 17

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"I have known her a long time, and endorse Jeralyn wholeheartedly as she is one of the very best. Knowledgeable, fair, yet tenacious when required."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Albertina Webb

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 10

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

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2023

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2009

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2008

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2008

Top 50 New Jersey Female Super Lawyers, New Jersey Super Lawyers magazine

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

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Recognized, Top 10 matrimonial lawyers under the age of 40

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40 under 40, New Jersey Law Journal

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Annual Legislative Recognition Award, New Jersey State Bar Association

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Young Lawyers Division’s Professional Achievement Award, New Jersey State Bar Association

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Recognized in Family Law section of Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Managing Partner, Lawrence Law

Associations

Somerset County Bar Association

Trustee

Somerset County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Chair

Essex County Bar Association

Member

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Association of Trial Lawyers of America, New Jersey Matrimonial Young Lawyers Committee

Chair

Education

1996

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Kean University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

New Jersey State Bar Foundation, New Jersey Law Center

What Everyone Should Know About Child Custody and Grandparents' Rights

2007

New Jersey State Bar Foundation, New Jersey Law Center

Divorce Law, Child Custody and Grandparents Rights

2007

New Jersey State Bar Association Family Law Section

Custody Conversations - Fun with Dick and Jane Skits and Panel Discussions

2007

New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education

Family Court Rules: Overview and 2008 Update

2007

Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education in cooperation with the New Jersey State Bar Association Family Law Section

Hot Tips in Family Law 2007: Factors, Grounds & Tests

2007

Family Law Section Meeting, Annual Mid-Year Meeting, New Jersey State Bar Association

Are Best Practices Forcing Litigation to Go 'Sideways': 'To Whine or Not to Wine' Recent Court Rule Amendments for Civil and Family Cases

2007

Boardwalk Seminar 2007, Association of Trial Lawyers of America-New Jersey Educational Foundation

The ABC's of an Effective CDR Presentation - From the Presenter's Perspective

2006

Mid-Year Meeting of the New Jersey State Bar Association

Hot Tips on International Family Law Issues

2006

ATLA-NJ Educational Foundation's Boardwalk Seminar

Ten Things the Client Should Never Say to Their Children

2006

2006 Family Law Summer Institute, New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, New Jersey Law Center

Key Family Court Rules

Publications

2008

New Jersey Women's Journal Alimony

2008

New Jersey Women's Journal New Jersey Child Support Guidelines

2008

New Jersey Women's Journal Grounds for Divorce

2007

2007

New Jersey Women's Journal Grandparent Visitation

2007

New Jersey Women's Journal Custody and Parenting Time

2007

New Jersey Women's Journal The Uncontested Divorce Hearing

2006

New Jersey Women's Journal What to Consider When Considering A Divorce

2003

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