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Richard Scott Diamond
About Richard
Biography
Certified Divorce & Family Law Trial Lawyer by the New Jersey Supreme Court;
Accredited Divorce & Family Law Mediator & Arbitrator, authorized to mediate Divorce & Family Law matters with active domestic violence orders in place.
New Jersey Family Court Appointed Economic Mediator in Union, Essex, Morris, Somerset and Hunterdon Counties
Selected to Who's Who in America Law 2000 - present
Selected by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys as a Best Family Law Attorney in New Jersey for 2017 - present
Selected by NJ Family Magazine as a Best Family Law Attorney For Families 2018 - present
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
40 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
40 years
Domestic Violence
20%
40 years
Family
20%
40 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Florida for 34 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1991
Licensed in New Jersey for 40 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1985
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2007
Location
Diamond & Diamond
830 Morris Turnpike, Suite 207, Short Hills, NJ, 07078
Diamond & Diamond
525 Lacey Road, Forked River, NJ, 08731
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Posted by Maria | June 21, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Former Client
He represented me in a difficult civil union break up and was honest and up front with me at every step. He explained everything to me clearly and was very professional in his handling of the issues. There were times during the matter that I was emotionally a wreck and he was a calming voice and gave...
Posted by William | February 16, 2011 | Child Custody
competent counsel
Represented me in a custody type matter and did an excellent job. He has also represented several other indivuduals whom I know ( which is how I came to be represented by him); all of whom have said very positive things about him.
Posted by Adam | February 16, 2011 | Domestic Violence
Representation in Domestic Violence matter
My spouse filed a false domestic violence complaint against me in an attempt to get me thrown out of our house and for control of our children in a divorce. Fortunately, I met with Mr Diamond in advance, who helped prepare me and who represented my in court before Judge Minkowitz, who found that my s...
Richard Scott Diamond's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Richard has been and adversary and has used me as a mediator in contested matrimonial cases. I have found him to be caring and transparent always trying to resolve problems rather than create them. Richard cares about his clients and has come to sessions or meeting well prepared tries to counsel his clients to take realistic approaches."
"I endorse Richard without reservation. He is an aggressive, proactive attorney who always prioritizes the needs of his client. He is extremely knowledgeable and thorough, and that is readily apparent in the courtroom"
"I tried a complex case against Mr. Diamond in 2019. He is bright, aggressive, and experienced. He will keep you on your toes throughout the litigation and (appropriately) punish every misstep. As a practitioner, you do not want to see Mr. Diamond's name listed as opposing counsel. He has my respect and admiration."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2007.
Admonition issued in NJ, 2007
updated on 12/11/2014An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Honors
2020
Recognized, Who's Who in American Law -Marquis
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Accredited Family Law Mediator with domestic violence matters, NJ Court System
2002
Certified Matrimonial Trial Lawyer by NJ Supreme Court, NJ State Bar Association
1995
Accredited Divorce Mediator, NJ State Bar Association
N/A
Graduate of the National Family Law Institute, National Family Law Institute
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Managing Partner, Diamond & Diamond PA
1990 - 1992
Partner, Gourvitz, Hodes, Diamond & Braun
1986 - 1986
Associate, Ellenport, Hollesinger & Lehn
1986 - 1989
Partner / Associate, Law firm of Robert Diamond
1985 - 1986
Judicial law clerk, NJ Superior Court
Associations
2009 - Present
Somerset County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeMember
1986 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1986 - Present
Essex County Bar Association, Family PartMember
1986 - Present
Union County Bar Association, Family PartMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Richards v. Richards, 2015 N.J. Super. Unpub. LEXIS 784 (App.Div. Apr. 9, 2015)
Schwartz v. Schwartz, 2015 N.J. Super. Unpub. LEXIS 805 (App.Div. Mar. 3, 2015
Fusca v. Fusca, 2013 N.J. Super. Unpub. LEXIS 2141, 2013 WL 4525653 (App.Div. Aug. 28, 2013)
M.I. v. B.I., 2013 N.J. Super. Unpub. LEXIS 150, 1, 2013 WL 238165 (App.Div. Jan. 23, 2013)
Plessinger v. Plessinger, 2012 N.J. Super. Unpub. LEXIS 1812, 2012 WL 3047162 (App.Div. July 27, 2012
Connaughton v. Connaughton, 2012 N.J. Super. Unpub. LEXIS 2819, 2012 WL 6698738 (App.Div. Dec. 27, 2012
Evans v. Steffens, 2008 N.J. Super. Unpub. Lexis 714 (App. Div. June 26, 2008)
matter remanded to trial court for reexamination of factors relevant to child support examination
Viglione v. Viglione, N.J. Super. Unpub. Lexis 344
remanded to trial court for discovery / trial
Brown v. Brown, 792 A.2d 463
Supreme Court set standard for business valuation
Sculler v. Sculler, 791 A.2d 1146,
Determined who had what type of proof burden in dealing with premarital assets in divorce
J.W.P. v. W.W., 604 A.2d 603, (N.J.Super.A.D.
Education
1985
Seton Hall University School of Law
law
1982
Rutgers University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2008
Somerset Womens Resource Group
Prenuptual Agreements, Post Nuptual Agreements & Palimony
2008
Somerset Womens Resource Center
Divorce Basics in the State of NJ
2007
Somerset Womens Resource Group
Custody, Parenting Time and Parenting Coordinators
2006
NJCPA Society
Valuation Issues in Divorce
1999
NJ Psychological Association
The Role of the Mental Health Expert in Contested Custody Matters
Publications
2003
NJ Law Journal
Homosexuality & NJ Family Law-Form vs Substance
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Wat can I do to get out of this or make better terms?
16 May 2021
Q&A
My wife and I have full custody of her kids from her first non married relationship. Were moving from NJ to Texas.
27 Jan 2021
Q&A
Hi, Can a wife keep the jewelry during the divorce? They are gifts from the husband and she uses it regularly.
22 Apr 2020
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Use of Penalty Provisions in Divorce Settlement Agreements
29 Jan 2021
Legal Guide
Difference between Defined Contribution Plans & Defined Benefit Plans for Division in Divorce
28 Jan 2021
Legal Guide
A Wrinkle In The Law On The Division of “Unvested” Stock Options in a Divorce
28 Jan 2021