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Our firm mantra is "providing our clients with a fresh start" - whether assisting them through the often-difficult process of divorce, handling the estate of a loved one, the confusing process of bankruptcy, the nerve-wracking but exciting process of purchasing a new home or business, or the formality-heavy process of changing one's name. Our firm's goal is to best prepare our clients for the next stage of their lives - a goal that we take extremely seriously.
This year, I was awarded the prestigious honor of "Super Lawyer," which is recognition given to the top attorneys in New Jersey based on peer nomination, independent research, and peer evaluation. Less than 5% of all attorneys gain this recognition and honor.
Moreover, my strong interaction with clients - taking the time to understand their needs and working toward proper resolution on their behalf, has resulted in my being named as one of "New Jersey's Best Lawyers For Families" by NJ Monthly magazine for seven consecutive years; this is an award which is based on client nominations. I have also been appointed by the court on numerous occasions to serve as the Administrator of disputed estates.
Despite the long hours at the office, however, I also have a life outside of the law. In addition to running my law firm, representing my clients, and spending time with my family, I am also an author, having written the legal thrillers "In His Ex-Wife's Defense," "In His Own Defense," and "Deadly Fantasy: A Baseball Story". All books are available on and for Kindle.
I currently serve on the Membership Committee of the New Jersey State Bar Association. I previously served as the co-Chairman of the NJ Chapter of the Franklin & Marshall College Alumni Association, as the Legal chair on my synagogue's Board of Directors, and continue to serve as the Commissioner of a Fantasy Baseball League.
Offering clients a "Fresh Start" in life through divorce, bankruptcy, name change or home/business purchase. Also assisting families with other life changes such as estates and probate matters. Big firm results with a small firm attention to client's needs and expectations.
Guiding clients through the divorce process - child support, custody, and equitable distribution.
Providing assistance with child support, custody, emancipation, and other family-related issues.
Providing quality, honest representation in both Law Division and Chancery Division courts throughout Northern and Central New Jersey.
Professional assistance for clients in the purchase or sale of their home or commercial property.
Assisting families with estate and probate matters, as well as preparation of wills and Powers of Attorney. In addition to my own clients, I have been appointed by the courts to serve as Administrator of contested estate matters.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Probate
30%
29 years
Divorce and Separation
20%
29 years
Family
20%
29 years
Litigation
20%
35 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2023 2020
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6
2025 2024 2016
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2
Licenses
Licensed in New York for 34 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Wolfenson & Ashkenazi, P.C.
(908) 686-5877
Fax
2414 Morris Avenue, Suite 304, Union, NJ, 07083
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(908) 686-5877
Fax
222 Ridgedale Avenue, Cedar Knolls, NJ, 07927
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Practice Areas
Residential (26)
Real Estate (24)
Divorce & Separation (15)
Lawsuits & Disputes (14)
Family (8)
Contracts & Agreements (7)
Wills & Living Wills (7)
Business (6)
Child Support (6)
Probate (6)
Bankruptcy & Debt (4)
Child Custody (4)
Litigation (3)
Corporate & Incorporation (2)
Debt Settlement (2)
Landlord & Tenant (2)
Mergers & Acquisitions (2)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (2)
Tax (2)
Consumer Protection (1)
Domestic Violence (1)
Expungement (1)
Franchising (1)
Trusts (1)
What Clients Mention
Professionalism (49)
Recommendation (49)
Advocacy (47)
Case Results (47)
Practice Area Knowledge (46)
Communication Style (30)
General Knowledge (30)
Character & Conduct (25)
Responsiveness (25)
Trustworthiness (17)
Staff & Support (11)
Compassion (10)
Cost of Services (10)
Punctuality (3)
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Showing 1 - 5 of 30 reviews | General Knowledge
Posted by Daina | March 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Thank you
I want to express my sincere gratitude to Mr. Wolfenson for his exceptional help with my child custody case. A friend recommended him, and I was impressed by his vast knowledge and dedication to fighting for my case. We primarily communicated through email, and he promptly addressed all my concerns. ...
Posted by Steven Giammarino | April 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding Lawyer!!
Andy is an excellent lawyer; very knowledgeable but more importantly he is an excellent listener, he is well-versed in all phases of law. Also he is very easy to talk to and get in touch with.
Posted by Paul | February 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Andy Review
I found Andy on-line using this very site after doing much research. My ex was about to file papers and I needed to engage an attorney quick, but wanted someone with a no-BS style and willing to take the time to explain the process and expectations. I would have preferred getting a referral from a fr...
Posted by Andrew D | April 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Franchising
Great Attorney, Definitely Recommend
Andrew was very professional and proactive in helping me and my wife close on a franchise sale that we always dreamed of. Very knowledgeable and advisable. Will definitely recommend him to anyone interested in purchasing a franchise and need a good attorney to advise them.
Posted by Gregory | January 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Experienced and Professional
Andrew Wolfenson's experience and professionalism really helped me get through a rather difficult divorce process. Andrew guided me through some challenging negotiations providing sage advice as well as acting as a calming influence throughout. He was particularly helpful when matters of real estat...
Andrew M. Wolfenson's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. As a sitting judge for over 10 years, Andrew appeared before me many times and without question he was always well-prepared and professional in every way. He is an ardent advocate with all the skills a litigant can want in a lawyer."
"Andy and I have worked on multiple real estate transactions together. Not only is he always a pleasure to deal with, he is extremely accessible, knowledgeable in real estate and always protects his client's best interest in a fair manner to the other side. Aside from being on the other side of a deal, I also regard Andy as a mentor in Family Law matters. He is my go to person for complex questions when I have run across them and he has walked me thoroughly through issues I needed guidance on. I am honored to consider him a great colleague in our community and fully endorse him."
"The answers of Mr. Wolfenson are consistently accurate, full of analysis and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring an attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Wolfenson has shown himself to be very knowledgeable and experienced in the field of bankruptcy."
"Attorney Wolfenson practices in what I consider to be the most difficult field of law. Andrew excels at all layers of Matrimonial law, including the overlapping legal topics. He is very smart, very skilled and an excellent litigator and negotiator. In a field with thousands if attorneys from whom to choose, he is truly the only choice! Hire him if you need a divorce attorney."
"Attorney Andrew Wolfenson is simply one of the best lawyers in NJ. He is smart, intelligent and fights like a lion for his clients interests. Whether you have a bankruptcy or real estate matter you need a lawyer to make sure you get all that you deserve. I would urge you to use Attorney Wolfenson you will be glad that you did."
"I endorse this attorney as he expertly answers all questions from AVVO users with ease."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Wolfenson is a very knowledgeable and effective advocate for his clients."
"Mr. Wolfenson's insightful and well reasoned contributions to the AVVO community demonstrate that he is a knowledgeable and compassionate attorney. I endorse him wholeheartedly."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Andy is an excellent lawyer who uses his energy, knowledge of the law and dedication to achieve great results for his clients. He is a zealous advocate yet, when appropriate, also extremely practical. This combination truly serves his client well and earns the respect of his colleagues."
"I endorse this lawyer. We have actually been adversaries on two separate cases. Mr. Wolfenson is quite knowledgeable and a fierce advocate for his clients. In the end, we resolved both cases after extensive negotiations."
"I endorse this lawyer. You will be in great hands if you utilize Andy's services. He fights diligently to achieve the best outcome for his clients. He will guide you through the legal process with care and wisdom. Do not hesitate to utilize his services."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is highly respected in the legal community."
"I highly endorse this lawyer, they are a well respected member of the legal community and always give their clients the best representation, If you are looking for someone willing to fight hard for your case, then look no further"
"Andrew was my adversary in a recent divorce case and he was an absolute pleasure to work with. He is a consummate professional and extremely knowledgeable in family law. He is settlement focused but is not afraid to litigate should the situation call for it. He is very well liked and highly respected by our fellow matrimonial lawyers. Andrew is a true credit to our profession."
"Mr. Wolfenson was a tough, zealous advocate for his client yet he was very collegial to work with. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Andrew Wolfenson as a hard-working, experienced, and knowledgeable advocate for his clients in matrimonial and real estate matters. I have referred clients to him with confidence, and believe him to be one of the most honest and forthright attorneys I know."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I have known Andrew for many years and have been extremely impressed with his knowledge of the law and his commitment to his clients. Andrew is an insightful and skillful lawyer who you can rely upon to provide the correct guidance and advice on complex legal matters."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, New Jersey Super Lawyers Magazine
2025
Best Lawyers for Families, New Jersey Family Magazine
2024
Best Lawyers for Families, New Jersey Family Magazine
2024
Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2023
Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2023
Best Lawyers for Families, New Jersey Family Magazine
2022
Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2022
Best Lawyers for Families, New Jersey Family Magazine
2021
Best Lawyers for Families, New Jersey Family Magazine
2021
Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2020
Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Best Real Estate Lawyers in Newark, NJ (one of 17), Expertise.com
2020
Best Lawyers for Families, New Jersey Family Magazine
2019
Member, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Lead Counsel Verified (Divorce and Family Law), Thomson Reuters
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Senior Partner, Wolfenson & Ashkenazi, P.C.
2002 - 2021
Owner, Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C.
1996 - 2001
Partner, Lesnik & Wolfenson, P.A.
1991 - 1995
Associate, Sellar Richardson Stuart & Chisholm, PC
Associations
2025 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Association Membership CommitteeMember
2024 - Present
Union County Bar Association Chancery CommitteeMember
2018 - Present
Housing Partnership of New JerseyInstructor
2011 - Present
Union County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Graduate Realtor InstituteInstructor
1992 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Fordham Law Alumni AssociationMember
2012 - 2018
Franklin & Marshall College Alumni AssociationChair, New Jersey Chapter
2009 - 2012
Adath Shalom SynagogueChairperson Legal and By-Laws Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
A.J. v. R.J. 461 N.J. Super. 173 (App. Div. 2019)
Now, court must apply a "best interests" as defined by the child custody statute standard to see if custodial parents may move throughout the state.
Reuniting Father With Son
Obtained Order permitting visitation between my client and his son, both in Washington state and at his home in New Jersey.
Elimination of Child Support Arrearage
All arrearages incurred after child reached 18 eliminated; although child lived with mother after child turned 18, the mother forced child to pay majority of own expenses so child support was eliminated as of her reaching 18.
Education
1991
Fordham University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Franklin and Marshall College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
First Time Homebuyers Seminar
Real Estate Purchases
2012
GRI Training
Contracts and Legal Issues
Publications
2015
Balding Legal Publishing
"In His Ex-Wife's Defense"
2014
Balding Legal Publishing
"Deadly Fantasy: A Baseball Story"
2013
Balding Legal Publishing
"Bloggin' Baseball (from the bench)"
2012
Fiction/Suspense
"In His Own Defense"
2011
New Jersey Jewish News (online)
Jews, Baseball and Israel, a Shidduch?
1991
Fordham International Law Journal
The U.S. Courts and the Treatment of Suspects Abducted Abroad
Languages
Spanish
Portuguese
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Andrew earned significant contribution points in 2025.
Legal Answers
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Can I get reimbursed for the legal fees of having an executor removed for cause?
24 Feb 2026
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If a home was purchased by a father and son, where both names appear on all documents except deed
15 Feb 2026
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Can I add my adult daughter to my deed by myself using proper documents, and then get them notorized
07 Feb 2026