Franz Cobos

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Franz Cobos

5.0
185 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Newark, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Immigration, Family ... +5 more

17 Academy Street, Suite 312, Newark, NJ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Franz

Biography

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Avvo Client's Choice Attorney. Dedicated, Trusted, and Experienced: When It Matters Most, Se Habla Espanol. Call Us.

Avvo Client's Choice Attorney. Dedicated, Trusted, and Experienced: When It Matters Most. Se Habla Espanol. Call Us.

Avvo Client's Choice Attorney. Dedicated, Trusted, and Experienced: When It Matters Most. Se Habla Espanol. Call Us.

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 32%

Representation of Clients in Divorce Proceedings, Child Custody and Relocation Disputes, Cases involving DYFS, Estate Matters, & Domestic Violence Cases.

32%
Immigration 29%

Representation of Clients in Deportation or Removal Defense, Visa Applications, Affirmative and Defensive Asylum Applications, Naturalization and Adjustment of Status Application (Green Card Process), and more.

22 years

29%
Family 12%

Representation of Clients in Divorce Proceedings, Child Custody and Relocation Disputes, Cases involving DYFS, Estate Matters, & Domestic Violence Cases.

22 years

12%
Child Custody 9%

9%
Asylum 5%

5%
Child Support 5%

5%
Business 4%

4%
Domestic Violence 4%

4%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 21 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2004

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Cobos Law Firm

17 Academy Street, Suite 312, Newark, NJ, 07102

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Franz Cobos's Reviews

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Posted by Johanna | January 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Professional and Dedicated

After getting no where with my other lawyers, a friend told me to see Cobos law firm. I'm so pleased with the professionalism of Mr. Cobos. Mr. Cobos explain my case and anwer all my questions and represented me in my immigration case. Mr. Cobos is a honest and dedicated lawyer. Thanks to Mr. Cob...os my I-601A got approved. Now I can't wait for my interview and finally become a legal resident and be able to help and support my family.

Posted by Jhoan | July 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Mr. Cobos made it happen.

After a long journey with my criminal and inmigriation case Mr Cobos got my order of deportation dismissed. His hard work dedication and knowledge got me to the next level, finally I will be able to become a lawful permanent residence and for that I am extremely thankful to Mr. Cobos. I recomend him... 100% because he will make it happen just how he made it happen for me even after an ICE officer had told me that I would be deported back home after my criminal charges Mr. Cobos came through for me.again thank you Mr. Cobos.

Posted by Edilberto J. | April 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Hands Down, the Best Attorney!!!

I am so grateful to Mr. Cobos. He represented me in my immigration case. With the assistance of Mr. Cobos, my wife filed an immigration visa petition for me and I filed an I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver Application because I had overstayed my visa. Our applications were approved. I re...cently returned to Colombia for my visa interview. I was so scared of not being able to return and see my family after leaving the United States. Mr. Cobos also prepared me for my Immigrant Visa Interview. I am now reunited with my family in the United States as a lawful permanent resident. Mr. Cobos is the best.

Posted by Jose V. | April 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Always Available!

I was looking for a lawyer to resolve my criminal case. Look on the internet and found the internet page of the Cobos Law Firm which looks very professional. When the lawyer greeted me on the first date, He explained in detail how my case would proceed. Mr. Cobos was always willing to answer my que...stions, resolve my doubts and made me feel safe. We won my case and everything Mr. Cobos told me is what happened in court. I would recommend Mr. Cobos to anyone who needs a good lawyer, always available to his clients, and above all, Mr. Cobos knows what he does.

Posted by Mercy R. | March 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Very Satisfied Immigration Client!

I am very happy and satisfied with the legal services provided by Mr. Cobos. My case involved an Immigration I-601A waiver. After my I-601A waiver was denied with my prior attorney, I hired Mr. Cobos to help me. He gave me a very honest assessment of why my initial I-601A application had been deni...ed. Mr. Cobos then showed me one of his sample submission. The paperwork prepared by Mr. Cobos was as different as night and day when compared to what my prior attorney. Our submission with Mr. Cobos was thorough and precise. Thanks to Mr. Cobos, my I-601A Application was finally approved!

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Franz Cobos's Lawyer Endorsements

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Flavio Van Boekel

Domestic violence lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have dealt with this lawyer as an adversary, while he demonstrated the highest level of competency, duty, candor, and highly ethical standard. I would highly recommend this fellow attorney to any client seeking a lawyer for litigation, be it family, criminal defense or civil. In fact, this lawyer exceeded the level of professionalism expected by any adversary faced for the first time. He is no doubt an asset to the legal community. Therefore, I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Freeman

Family lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Franz is a fantastic lawyer! I really respect his vast legal knowledge and confident courtroom manner. I do not hesitate to refer clients to Franz when I have a conflict because I know he will provide excellent representation."

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Jonathan Gonzalez

Family lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Cobos was a pleasure to work with. He was my adversary in a child custody case. He is a consummate professional, responsive and direct. I look forward to working with him again on future matters. I endorse this lawyer."

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Hui Zeng

Immigration lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Gray

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I was against Mr. Cobos on a contested family court trial. He is a tough adversary - very professional and got the judge on his side. I would use him myself."

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Tanya Freeman

Family lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Raquel Vallejo

Family lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"It is without hesitation that I endorse Franz Cobos. We recently had a divorce matter together and while zealously advocating for his client he was courteous and professional to both my client and I making a contentious proceeding manageable ultimately resulting in a global resolution to the mutual satisfaction of our clients."

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Christopher Ekeocha

Family lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Franz Cobos. We have represented different clients in multi defendant cases and Fanz was always knowledgeable, aggressive and zealous in advocating for his clients."

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Stelio Papadopoulo

Family lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have litigated matters with Mr. Cobos as an adversary and can attest to the fact that he was always well prepared, extremely knowledgeable about the law and tenacious in fighting for his clients. An outstanding attorney."

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Keith Hirschorn

Child abuse lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth Gainer

Child abuse lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Mr Franz Cobos as an extremely qualified family law/ child abuse attorney who I have worked with on a number of cases. He has regularly demonstrated his well honed advocacy skills and legal acumen in each and every case in which I have been involved. He is a consummate professional and a pleasure to work with. There are many attorneys in the profession who possess some of the aforementioned traits in varying degrees, however, it is rare to find an individual attorney who embodies all the positive skills and abilities necessary to engage in the practice of law, while simultaneously engendering the trust and confidence of his clients. As a practioner for over twenty plus years , I believe I am qualified to make such assessment"

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Michael Pastacaldi

Litigation lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Very knowledgeable, experienced attorney. I highly recommend him."

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Kevin Glory

Domestic violence lawyer

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Flavio Van Boekel

Domestic violence lawyer

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Bruce Nimensky

Litigation lawyer

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Michael Kim

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Paul Foreman

Domestic violence lawyer

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David Gray

Litigation lawyer

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Angus Ejiofor

Child custody lawyer

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Keith Hirschorn

Domestic violence lawyer

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Christopher Ekeocha

Child custody lawyer

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Michael Pastacaldi

Child abuse lawyer

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Douglas Pine

Child abuse lawyer

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Raquel Vallejo

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Brian Freeman

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

Teaching Fellowship, Seton Hall University, School of Law

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Managing Partner, Cobos Law Firm

2008 - 2011

Managing Partner, Cobos Ellington Maduabum & Mckenzie, LLC

Associations

2008 - Present

League of United Latin American Citizens

Member

2007 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Attorney

2005 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Attorney

2005 - Present

Essex County Bar Association

Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

State of New Jersey vs. Felipe Gomez

At the trial call date, State Prosecutor offered a plea to a petty disorderly person's offense. Client accepted the plea offer. Client was sentenced immediately. He paid a fine of $125.00 and went home.

State of New Jersey vs. Bradley Strong

Warren County Superior Court jury found client not guilty on all indicted charges.

State of New Jersey vs. First Class of Dover Inc.

After one year in litigation, State of New Jersey offered to settle the legal dispute for $10,000 and a dismissal of 99% of the summons issued to client. Client accepted the disposition.

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Education

2004

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

New Jersey Institute of Technology

BA - Bachelor of Arts

2000

Rutgers University, Newark

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2022

Seton Hall Law School Alumni LEO Program

Legal Opportunity Initiative

2015

Publications

2015

Cobos Law Firm Blog The Two Pathways to Asylum

2015

Cobos Law Firm Blog Master Calendar Hearings

2015

Cobos Law Firm Blog 4 Ways to Obtain a Green Card

2015

2015

Cobos Law Firm Blog Top Ten Child Support Myths

2015

Cobos Law Firm Blog Immigration Bonds

2015

Cobos Law Firm Blog Divorce & Immigration

2015

Cobos Law Firm Blog Commercial Lease Disputes

2014

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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