Justine Leigh Abrams

Justine Leigh Abrams

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 11 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Newark, NJ
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Family

494 Broad Street, Newark, NJ

About Justine

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Practice Areas

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Family 10%

All aspects of family law, including divorce and dissolution of marriages or same-sex civil unions, equitable distribution, alimony and child support, child custody and adoption, and more.

11 years

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 10 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2015

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 11 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2014

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Genova Burns LLC

494 Broad Street, Newark, NJ, 07102

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Justine Leigh Abrams's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Barbara | December 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Happy Client

It's been nearly a year now that I went to Justine for a consultation. It took me a while to write this as I've been busy trying to rebuild my living situation. I was extremely lost when I went to Justine and explained my situation to her. She listened with compassion and reassured me that she would ...do her best to attain financial security for myself and my two daughters. Justine is very professional and straightforward which were two qualities I really appreciated and needed. She educated me on so many aspects that I was unaware of in a divorce case. I can say that a year later, I'm so glad that she fought for me as I didn't have the strength to fight for myself. I am a happy mom now living with two daughters that I can provide for thanks to Justine. I would highly recommend her if you are looking for legal services.

Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Extremely competent

Justine was recommended to me by a friend and handled my case as a diligent and knowledgeable attorney. Justine was thorough on her case preparation and treated me, the client, with respect and consideration of my case.

Posted by Brielle | June 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

I cannot say enough good things

Justine was incredibly professional and efficient throughout my entire divorce process. I was apprehensive to meet with a lawyer at first because I wasn’t sure that I was ready, but upon our first meeting, I felt reassured and knew immediately that I wanted her in my corner. She guided me through thi...s difficult process quickly and relatively painlessly. All of my questions were answered and I always felt that she was on top of everything. Her attention and support was greatly appreciated as I navigated through an unfortunate time in my life. I am very grateful for her support and would highly recommend her to anyone in need of representation.

Posted by Susan | April 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Would highly recommend

I would highly recommend Justine Abrams to represent you. She took on my case that had already been started by another lawyer that I was not happy with. She met with me, spoke with me and knew exactly what I was looking for as far as my divorce went. She always went to bat for me and never backe...d down. If it hadn't been for her my divorce never would have been settled as quickly as it was. I would recommend her because not only did she represent me professionally but was at the same time extremely empathetic to me. I would not hesitate to hire her again for any representation and know that if you hired her you wouldn't be disappointed.

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Justine Leigh Abrams's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Fried

Employment and labor lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"Justine Abrams is an excellent attorney who brings a great deal of intelligence and integrity to the profession. Her clients are consistently well served by her strong work ethic, her tenacity, and her professionalism. I highly endorse her."

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Jennifer Young

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Justine is a total class act and an excellent attorney. I recently had a case with her. She effectively and strongly advocated on behalf of her client while remaining respectful and cordial to me as opposing counsel and to my client. She was always well prepared and knowledgeable on both the law and the facts of the case. I was also very impressed with her writing skills. I look forward to working with her again and I would highly recommend her as a strong family law attorney."

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Frank Tournour

Family lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Justine is an aggressive, well-prepared, and knowledgeable adversary. Anyone seeking a top-flight family law attorney would be well-served hiring Justine Abrams."

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Leonard Cohen

Family lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Justine is a professional, skilled and dedicated attorney, who is committed to her clients."

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Leonard Busch

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Justine is bright, energetic, caring and has great insights and ability. I first dealt with her in 2014 and 2015 when she was a law clerk for a Middlesex County Family Part Judge. As a law clerk, she always was efficient, well-prepared, and courteous, She is an excellent lawyer."

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Katherine Bernstein

Unknown lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Justine is an exceptional attorney, displaying a balanced blend of zeal and legal acumen. She is well-versed in legal principles, is appropriately empathic towards her clients, and conducts herself in a wholly professional manner, both as a colleague and an adversary. Justine is an exemplary family lawyer, and I strongly recommend her."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Associate, Genova Burns LLC

2015 - 2016

Associate, Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer

2014 - 2015

Judicial law clerk, Honorable Joseph Paone, J.S.C.

2013 - 2014

Law Clerk, Law Office of Gina Mendola Longarzo, LLC

Associations

2014 - Present

Middlesex County Bar Association

2011 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Education

2014

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2011

Rutgers University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Publications

Languages

English

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