$ 495-625 per hour
I help individuals, families, and counsel navigate family law matters by bringing clarity to complex situations, identifying practical options, and creating a sound path forward.
After 30 years in family law, including substantial litigation experience, I have come to believe that while litigation has an important place, it is not always the best path to the best outcome. In many cases, mediation, arbitration, and thoughtful strategic counsel offer people more control, more privacy, and a better opportunity to resolve difficult issues in a way that truly serves their long-term interests.
My practice is increasingly focused on mediation, arbitration, and strategic family law guidance, particularly in complex financial matters and high-conflict cases. I work with clients and counsel to identify the real issues, evaluate their options, and develop practical solutions that move matters forward with as little unnecessary conflict as possible.
Clients often come to me not only for legal advice, but because I help them make sense of difficult situations. They tell me that I bring a combination of directness, calm, and compassion to the process. I am known for being direct, thoughtful, and solution-oriented, and for helping people move from uncertainty and conflict toward clarity and informed decision-making. Whether a matter is resolved through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation, my goal is always the same: to help clients make sound decisions and achieve the best possible outcome under the circumstances.
I am certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney, a Fellow and past President of the New Jersey Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, and a trained mediator and AAML-certified arbitrator. I also speak and write on family law, mediation, arbitration, ethics, and strategic approaches to resolving complex family disputes.
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$ 495-625 per hour
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Acquired: 1998
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1996
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One Newark Center, 1085 Raymond Blvd., 21st Floor, Newark, NJ, 07102
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Posted by anonymous | February 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce
Carolyn explained what I could encounter during the process of dirvorce. Her professionalism, knowledge and expertise was evident from the initial meeting. During court proceedings you can see how well respected she is. Carolyn’s paralegal Donna was always helpful and able to answer my questions and ...
Posted by anonymous | August 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great expertise
I was happy to have Carolyn as my divorce lawyer, she is very knowledgeable about the matrimonial law and gives quick and accurate advise on specific and intricate situations that you might be going through. Her staff is very nice and efficient as well. If I wasn't limited financially I would have st...
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Daly is a fierce, fair, and formidable attorney. At trial, she kept me on my heels from beginning to end. She's a well-seasoned trial lawyer and even took the time to help me with my litigation skills. I highly recommend her."
"Carolyn was a court-appointed mediator in a post-judgment family matter in which the parties had been in and out of court for years. Her no-nonsense, to-the-point approach resolved the matter in three sessions. I have NO reservations in endorsing Carolyn as a mediator."
"I endorse this lawyer. Just as shown in the picture - she is a real pitt bull you want in your corner - aggressive but fair!"
"Carolyn is a very talented lawyer who aggressively represents her client's interests. While a very tough adversary, I also hold Carolyn in high regard as an honest and extremely professional lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Carolyn is extremely bright and highly effective in advocating for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Daly has a very strong understanding of the law and its application. Her writing skills are strong and her presentation of concepts are clear. Ms. Daly is respected by the courts and those in the community,"
"I endorse this lawyer. Carolyn is an excellent lawyer. We have worked together as co-counsel and as adversaries and each time she is tough, prepared and effective."
"Carolyn N. Daly is a high quality attorney. She is a strong advocate, while maintaining personal and professional integrity at all times. Her attention to detail is one of her significant strengths. She thinks quickly, is creative and geuinely cares about the people she represents. She endeavors to guide her clients through the difficult waters of Family Court in a fair, focused and empathic manner - while never losing sight of the goal of approrpiate resolution. When efforts at out-of-court resolution are unsuccessful, Carolyn is a superb and talented trial lawyer. Carolyn is held in the highest regard by colleagues and by her own clients - who do not hesitate to refer others to her for legal represenation."
"I endorse Carolyn. I have been working with Carolyn on a matter for several months now and I am impressed by her attention to detail, tenacity and integrity.. She has substantial expertise in her field and it will be easy for me to refer her to my clients who will greatly benefit from her effective and zealous representation."
"Carolyn is one of the most hard working, thorough and diligent attorneys I know in the profession. She is intelligent, competent and compassionate toward her clients. I recommend her without hesitation."
"Caroly is an excellent attorney. She is not affraid to take on the more complex issues or to make the difficult argument on behalf of her clients. She works very hard for all of her clients, given each of them her undivided attention regardless of the size of the case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Daly is an intelligent and dedicated attorney, who represents her clients vigorously."
"Carolyn is a very good lawyer. Although she is a zealous advocate for her clients, she also understands that it often is better to try to work cooperatively in order to achieve the best result for both parties."
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2024
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2024
Best Lawyers for Families, New Jersey Family Magazine
2023
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2023
Top 50 Women Lawyers in New Jersey, SuperLawyers
2023
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2022
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2022
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2021
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2021
Top 50 Women Lawyers in New Jersey, SuperLawyers
2021
Best Lawyers for Families, New Jersey Family Magazine
2020
Best Lawyers for Families, New Jersey Family Magazine
2020
Top 50 Women Lawyers in New Jersey, SuperLawyers
2019
Top 50 Women Lawyers in New Jersey, Super Lawyers
2018
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2015
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2014
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2013
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2010
Certificate of Appreciation, Early Settlement Panelist, Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris County
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyer
2009
Rising Star, Super Lawyer
2008
Rising Star, Super Lawyer
2007
Rising Star, Super Lawyer
2006
Certificate of Appreciation, Early Settlement Panel, Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris County
2006
Rising Star, Super Lawyer
2004
Certificate of Appreciation, Early Settlement Panelist, Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris County
2023 - Present
Chair, Family Law Department, Cohen, Seglias, Pallas & Greenhall, PC
2010 - 2023
Partner, Daly & Associates, LLC
2003 - 2010
Partner, Scott & Daly, LLC
1997 - 2003
Associate, Broderick, Newmark & Grather, PC
1996 - 1997
Judicial Law Clerk, Hudson/Essex County Superior Court, Family Part
2024 - Present
International Academy of Family LawyersFellow
2011 - Present
Cambridge Who's WhoLifetime Member
2010 - Present
National Association of Professional WomenMember
1997 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2022 - 2023
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers New Jersey chapterPresident
2018 - 2020
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (New Jersey chapter)Board of Managers
2017 - 2018
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers NJ chapterSecretary
2016 - 2020
Morris County Domestic Violence Working GroupMember
2012 - 2013
Morris County Bar AssociationCo-Chair of the Family Law Section
2011 - 2026
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2011 - 2019
Morris County Bar FoundationTrustee
2010 - 2026
Battered Women's Legal Advocacy ProjectVolunteer Attorney
2010 - 2017
Partners for Women and JusticeVolunteer Attorney
2007 - 2023
Morris County Child Support Partnership CommitteeMember
2000 - 2020
American Bar AssociationMember
1997 - 2020
Morris County Bar AssociationMember
1996
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1992
BA
2021
Tracing of Assets
2020
UIFSA and UCCJEA
2019
Matrimonial Certification Seminar
2018
Matrimonial Certification Seminar
2011
The Family Law/DYFS Overlap: What Every Family Lawyer Needs to Know
2010
College Issues Revisited
2021
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