Guvenc Acarkan

Guvenc Acarkan

5.0
Rating: 6.3

Licensed for 7 years

Family Lawyer at Jersey City, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Business

185 Hudson St Suite 2940, Jersey City, NJ

About Guvenc

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 60%

We provide diligent and compassionate representation in all aspects of family law, including divorce, custody, support, equitable distribution, and the protection of parental rights.

60%
Litigation 30%

We represent clients in complex commercial litigation and in all aspects of commercial real estate tenant matters, including lease disputes, enforcement actions, and landlord-tenant negotiations.

8 years

30%
Business 10%

With a deep understanding of the intricate legal frameworks governing cross-border transactions, import/export regulations, and trade compliance, we are dedicated to helping businesses thrive in the global marketplace.

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 1 year

State: Florida

Acquired: 2025

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 3 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2022

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 4 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2021

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 7 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Acarkan Law

185 Hudson St Suite 2940, Jersey City, NJ, 07311

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Guvenc Acarkan's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

35 Client Reviews

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Posted by Elena | May 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Attorney

I was referred to Attorney Acarkan while dealing with a lawsuit from overseas and did not know how to handle the situation. From the beginning, his office was responsive, professional, and efficient. Special thanks to Olga for coordinating everything quickly while I was under significant time pressur...e. Attorney Acarkan gave me a clear strategy for defending my case without requiring me to travel back to the United States. The office handled the process smoothly, including remote notarization, which saved me a great deal of time and stress. Throughout the case, Attorney Acarkan remained confident and reassuring even during difficult moments. Within a few months, he achieved a better result than I expected. I highly recommend Attorney Acarkan and appreciate everything he and his staff did for me.

Posted by Hayriye Durak | April 06, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

İşini Severek yapan bir avukat

İhtiyacım olduğunda bana son derece ilgili, sabırlı ve profesyonel bir şekilde yardımcı oldu. Süreci açık ve anlaşılır bir şekilde anlatarak her aşamada güven verdi. Sorularıma hızlı ve detaylı cevaplar alabilmek benim için çok değerliydi. Gönül rahatlığıyla tavsiye ederim. Bizim için sadece bir a...vukat değil, sürecimizi sahiplenen, bizi önemseyen ve işini büyük bir özenle yapan bir ekip oldular. Onların yardımı olmasaydı bu süreci bu kadar rahat geçirmemiz mümkün değildi. İçtenlikle söyleyebilirim ki, göçmenlik konusunda destek arayan herkese gönül rahatlığıyla tavsiye ederim. Hem işlerinde mükemmeller hem de insani yaklaşımlarıyla fark yaratıyorlar.

Posted by Veronika | January 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best help in a difficult situation

Attorney Acarkan helped me with a very difficult injunction case and resolved a problem that other lawyers said could not be fixed. From the beginning, he explained the strategy clearly and developed a clear plan for how the case would be handled. He was honest about the outcomes, ethical, and very r...ealistic. Even though the situation was stressful, he was always very supportive, and professional, and kept me informed the whole time. Because of attorney's legal skills and being able to strategize, the case was resolved successfully. I strongly recommend this office to anyone looking for a reliable and dedicated family or litigation lawyer.

Posted by Atty | January 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Amazing lawyer that you want on your team during hard times

Guvenc helped us with a post-divorce custody and residency issue when we were moving to another state. He went above and beyond for our case. He was honest, clear, supportive, and always professional. He explained everything in a way we could understand and kept us informed throughout the process. Gu...venc truly fought for our rights, and the final result was in our favor. Because of his help, our family is now in a much better place. I highly recommend him.

Posted by Boris | October 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Highest Recommendation

Guvenc is an excellent attorney who offers wise counsel, takes a practical approach, and is always transparent about cost breakdowns and the most effective strategic plan. After struggling for several years to find a good lawyer who could assist me with my business needs—including contract review, ta...x advisory, and business dispute resolution—I am very glad to have met Guvenc. He is also an exceptional negotiator and dealmaker who has successfully handled a number of business transactions for me. I highly recommend him.

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Experience

Rating:  6.3 (Good)

Work Experience

2018 - 2025

Managing Attorney, Law Office of Guvenc Acarkan, Esq.

Education

2021

Galatasaray Unviersity

LLB

2018

Rutgers, State University of New Jersey School of Law - Newark

J.D.

2004

Georgia College

MBA - Master of Business Administration

2003

Koc University

BA

Languages

Turkish

Spanish

Russian

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