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I am a Certified Matrimonial Attorney and a partner with the Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, LLC. I have been a committed, results-oriented New Jersey family law attorney since 1996. I blend forceful advocacy with compassion in representing my clients to obtain the desired results with dignity. My clients are treated with the utmost respect, and the lines of communication are always open.
Over the years, I have successfully helped clients resolve disputes in a wide range of areas, including alimony; child support; valuation of assets; college contribution; custody and visitation issues; domestic violence; and other issues related to familiy law.
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State: New York
Acquired: 1998
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State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1996
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Court Plaza South-West Wing, 21 Main Street, Suite 354, Hackensack, NJ, 07601
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Posted by anonymous | January 07, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A Tough, Skilled Attorney Who Cares About Her Clients
Divorce—especially from a toxic person—is one of the hardest processes to go through, and I’m grateful I had an attorney who was sharp, persistent, and deeply experienced in my corner. Carmela is not a hand-holder—and that was ultimately a strength for me. She focused on strategy, outcomes, and pr...
Posted by Sharon | December 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Family
Extremely Experienced and Compassionate Family Law Attorney
Carmela Novi is an extremely experienced and compassionate family law attorney. Her combination of legal expertise, professionalism, and genuine understanding made a difficult and emotional time easier. She was my biggest advocate from start to finish. Carmela was always accessible to answer questi...
Posted by Evelyn | September 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Exceptional Divorce Attorney in New Jersey
I cannot thank Carmela Novi and her amazing team enough for the incredible work and dedication throughout my divorce process. Going through a divorce is never easy, but having her and her amazing team by my side made all the difference. From the very beginning she was attentive, compassionate, and al...
Posted by kristin | September 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Exceptional!
I cannot express how grateful I am for the outstanding legal representation provided by Carmela during my divorce proceedings. From the beginning, she demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, empathy, and expertise that exceeded my expectations. She and her team guided me through every s...
Posted by Anne | April 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Weinberger Divorce & Family Law
Divorce is hard, especially after 20+ years together. I had managed to "creatively avoid" going through the steps to begin the process, but in early 2017 decided that there is no time like the present. I made an appointment with the Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group and had the incredible fortu...
"I endorse this lawyer. I’ve known Ms. Novi for many years and always found her to be an outstanding attorney."
Mediation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Client Champion Award Gold, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2008
Commendation for Outstanding Pro Bono Service, Legal Services Foundation of Essex County and Volunteer Lawyers for Justice
2008
Commendation for Outstanding Pro Bono Service, Partners for Women & Justice
2007
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2007
Rising Star in Family Law, New Jersey Super Lawyers
2006
Rising Star in Family Law, New Jersey Super Lawyer
2006
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
1998
Commendation for service to victims of domestic violence., Alternatives to Domestic Violence of Bergen County
1998
Commendation for representation of victims of domestic violence, Bergen County Executive
2018 - Present
Managing Partner, Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, LLC
2012 - 2018
Associate, Weinberger Law Group, LLC
2005 - 2012
Attorney, Casha & Casha, LLC
2003 - 2005
Partner/Owner, Law Offices of Carmela L. Novi
2001 - 2003
Compliance Officer, New York Life Insurance Company
1999 - 2001
Associate, Seeger Weiss, LLC
1996 - 1999
Associate, Law Offices of Susan Servis
1995 - 1996
Paralegal, Law Offices of Susan Servis
1994 - 1994
Judicial Intern, Honorable Walter M. Schackman, Supreme Court of New York, Commercial Division
1992 - 1993
Paralegal, Law Offices of Susan Kellman
2019 - Present
Hispanic Bar Association of New JerseyMember
2018 - Present
Women Lawyers in BergenMember
2016 - Present
Early Settlement Panel, Bergen County New JerseyVolunteer Panelist
2015 - Present
Bergen County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Morris County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Early Settlement Panel, Morris CountyVolunteer Panelist
1996 - Present
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2017
Montville Township Board of EducationBoard Member, Vice President
2009 - 2015
New Jersey Women Lawyer's AssociationMember
2006 - 2012
Towaco Civic AssociationFounding Member and Vice President
2005 - 2009
Residents with Disabilities Advisory Committee, Montville TownshipMember, Chair
1998 - 1998
Mid-Town Children’s Fund, Inc.Founding Member
1991 - 1992
Mock Trial Competition TeamMember
1990 - 1992
Phi Alpha Delta pre-law fraternityTreasurer
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
2025
Pro-Bono Community Event Offering Legal Advice Participant
2001
Domest Violence
2025
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Can bio dad fight paternity/custody?
08 Nov 2023
Going on a cruise but I have a no contact order against me? Will I be able to go if we have separate rooms
02 Nov 2023
The pc sent me a invoice on what I owe I can't afford it I got mandated to this she's biased as well how do I remove her
06 Nov 2023