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I am the managing member of Cobos & Associates LLC doing business as (registered d/b/a) the Cobos Law Firm. I obtained my Juris Doctorate from Seton Hall University, School of Law and a B.A. from Rutgers University & New Jersey Institute of Technology, jointly conferred. I am admitted to practice law in New Jersey and New York. I have over eighteen (18) years of legal experience. I have tried jury and non-jury trials. I have tried several hundred cases to a conclusion. I handle family law cases (involving divorce, custody disputes and domestic violence case), immigration cases (involving deportation defense, adjustment of status, citizenship process, immigrant and nonimmigrant visas, and asylum cases), criminal defense cases (involving felony, misdemeanor, Municipal and Superior Court cases), and other administrative business matters. My legal team is here to help you. Please visit my website for more information: or call now to schedule an in-office consultation.
IMMIGRATION
Immigration law is complex and marred with obstacles and pitfalls. Our firm is here to ensure that you understand the law and what options are available to you. The keys to our success in the area of immigration law is understanding the process, the thoroughness of our submissions, and never taking shortcuts.
Situations Where We Can Help You
Areas of Service
Family Based Immigration
Consular Processing
Nationality & U.S. Citizenship
International Adoption
Removal & Deportation Defense
Asylum
Waivers
VAWA
Criminal Matters involving Immigration Issues
Immigration-Business
E1 and E2 Visas
I-9 Compliance Assistance
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State: New York
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
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Posted by Debbie | April 01, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend!
Mr. Cobos was both professional and realistic through the entirety of our case. He kept us informed while working tirelessly to help us get the best results possible. I would highly recommend Mr. Cobos for your legal needs.
Posted by Gregory | December 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Highly recommended firm
I hired Mr. Cobos in July of last year to help me with a child custody case and divorce. From the beginning, he was straightforward and honest about what to expect—he told me the process would likely take about a year, and that’s exactly how it played out. After my hearing with the judge yesterday...
Posted by Stephany | June 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Amazing Immigration Lawyer – Truly the Best!
I had an incredible experience working with this immigration lawyer. From the very beginning, they were professional, kind, and extremely knowledgeable. They handled my case with great care and always kept me informed through every step of the process. I truly felt supported and understood the entire...
Posted by Aman Singh | April 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Great human being and professional
Mr Cobos is a person who loves his profession as I have personally seen him working hard on my case, he is an excellent communicator and impeccable professional who is great in finding solution. And above all he is a great human, my family has dealt with different immigration lawyers in last 20 years...
Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recomended for divorce proceeding
Mr. Cobos and his staff were very professional from start to finish dunring my divorce proceedings. His staff was always welcoming whenever I went to their office. Mr. Cobos was truly amazing. He truly took the time to listen to my concerns and answered any questions that I had. He truly cared a...
"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."
"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."
"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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"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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"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."
"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."
"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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"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"
"Very knowledgeable, experienced attorney. I highly recommend him."
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2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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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
2012 - Present
Managing Partner, Cobos Law Firm
2008 - 2011
Managing Partner, Cobos Ellington Maduabum & Mckenzie, LLC
2008 - Present
League of United Latin American CitizensMember
2007 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationAttorney
2005 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationAttorney
2005 - Present
Essex County Bar AssociationAttorney
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.
Warren County Superior Court jury found client not guilty on all indicted charges.
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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Legal Answers
Do most attorneys want to make deals in custody battles. Does anyone fight for the kids and put all the evidence out there.
08 Aug 2024
Does NJ Child Support strictly go by the guidelines/income or will the Court consider a total financial picture of the parties?
14 Sep 2017
How can I get child support guideline paperwork completed by my ex-husband? He has been legally advised to not re-calculate.
18 May 2017