$ 200-425 per hour
I am Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney, which is a special designation afforded to certain attorneys only after acceptance of a lengthy and rigourous application and testing process by the Supreme Court of New Jersey; I practice exclusively in the area of matrimonial and family law. My practice includes all aspectss of family law, including but not limited to issues of custody, child support, child support, spousal support, equitable distribution, enforcement of prior court orders, non-dissolution matters, and domestic violence. I am admitted to practice law in the States of New Jersey, New York, Florida, and the District of Columbia.
I have completed The Institute for Family Law Associates training course in Chicago, Illinois offered by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. In 2005, I also successfully completed the ABA Family Trial Advocacy Institute program held in Houston, Texas. I have been repeatedly appointed to the New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section Executive Committee (FLEC), and have wide exposure as a lecturer and moderator.
In 2007, 2008, 2010 - 2015, I was nominated consistently by my professional peers and selected as one of the Top Young Lawyers in the State of New Jersey by Super Lawyers in the New Jersey Monthly Magazine. From 2011 to 2015, I was also selected and featured as one of Bergen County's Top Lawyers in the area of Family Law by the prominent 201 Magazine and recognized as an 'excellent' attorney by Avvo, with a 10 rating.
I obtained my Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Florida with concentrations in Criminal Justice and a minor in Mass Communication. I was also a member of Florida Blue Key, a prestigious statewide leadership organization and an active participant and member in Student Government and Vice President of Alpha Epsilon Phi Sorority. I was also inducted into several honor society fraternities.
However, as any University of Florida Gator, or acquitance of a UF Gator knows, I remain an active Alumnus of the University and a dedicated and loyal Gator fan -"Go Gators!"
I then attended the University of Miami School of Law in Coral Gables, Florida where I received a Juris Doctorate. While at the University of Miami, I was a member of the University of Miami's law intern program where I worked at Legal Aid of Dade County in the Family Division. I then moved to the New Jersey/New York Metropolitan area in 2001, and immediately began practicing in the area of Family Law.
Prior to opening my own law firm, I was an associate at another large and prominent firm in Bergen County. However, I opened my own firm upon realizing that I wanted better client relations and continued dedication to the practice of family law. We handle all issues involved in divorce & family law, including but not limited to custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, removal, modification of court orders, prenuptial agreements, domestic violence, and International child abduction.
In my spare time, I am an aspiring Latin dancer enjoying most of my time taking lessons in Hustle and Salsa and am currently learning West Coast Swing.
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$ 200-425 per hour
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55 Hudson St, Hackensack, NJ, 07601
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Posted by Alex | November 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I hired Schultz and Associates based on positive reviews. However, they did not allow me to select or even speak with the available attorney—something that should have been a red flag from the beginning. At the time, I was extremely stressed and vulnerable, and I trusted that the firm had their clien...
Posted by Eric | April 7, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
“Carrie, I wanted to send a quick note to thank you again for taking the time to meet with me today as well as for your incredibly helpful guidance and advice--it was truly insightful. To say the situation in which I find myself is very complicated and difficult is an understatement and something I'...
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2014
Carrie is a highly professional and thoughtful attorney, who has taken the time to work through and discuss my options so that my best interests are met. Based on my experiences, I highly recommend her for both conventional and challenging family law needs.
Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2014
Post settlement court started only 6 months after my divorce settlement that was handled by Carrie. I came out of the divorce proceeding worse then what I went in with when I hired Carrie. I had a settlement when I met Carrie and I should have taken it instead of falling for the old "you could do bet...
Dear former client, I am deeply disappointed that you perceive your experience with me in this fashion. I always strive to provide my clients with the best legal representation possible, the best client experience, and that all situational and legal factors are considered in not only how we decide to engage in litigation and/or negotiations, but also as to any ultimate resolution of a case. As you can see from all the other previous comments and reviews, other clients have had nothing but great experiences with me and have praised my thoroughness and exceptional focus to detail. Unfortunately, since you posted this comment anonymously, I cannot reach out to you directly to discuss your grievance in greater depth. Therefore, I would very much appreciate you contacting me in order for us both to better understand the reasons for your discontentment and if I can shed some light as to why certain decisions were made in your underlying divorce case. I may be reached at (201) 880-9770 or [email protected]. Thank you.
Posted by Robert | March 20, 2014
Carrie was informative, caring and immediately responsive. She helped me keep my daughter from being removed from NJ against my will and without my knowledge. She assisted me in exercising my rights as a parent and a father. "She's Great"
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Carrie Schultz and her team are dedicated and caring, always working tirelessly on your case. If you are looking for a divorce attorney, look no further than Attorney Schultz."
"The thing with Carrie is that not only is she an excellent attorney, she also has an excellent staff. The entire team is dedicated to each client served and this speaks volumes about her integrity and her practice. She is an asset to the profession."
"I endorse this lawyer. Intelligent and compassionate. Carrie is one of the most thorough attorneys with which I have ever had the privilege of working. My clients have raved about her and she has worked hard for excellent results. I recommend her often and use her as a resource when possible."
"I endorse Carrie. She is one of the most thoroughly prepared attorneys I know. She pays attention to the details, yet never loses sight of the big picture. She is a pleasure to work with."
"Carrie is a very good lawyer who truly has her client's best interest at heart. I have had several cases against Carrie which could have been contentious litigations but were able to be resolved amicably as a result of her efforts. She is hard working, organized and diligent. She treats her clients with dignity and respect. I also served as co-chair of the Young Lawyer Subdivision of the Family Law Section of the NJSBA with Carrie many years ago where together, we helped contribute to the rebuilding of the organization. Having Carrie as your attorney would be a great asset."
"I know Carrie to be a professional, compassionate and dedicated advocate for her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Carrie."
"I endorse Carrie. Carrie is an excellent attorney and a tremendous advocate for her clients. Carrie is dedicated to her chosen field, committed to her clients’ success, and a highly respected member of her legal community."
"Carrie is an extremely dedicated attorney and a compassionate advocate for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Carrie is a strong and thorough advocate and she does not back down. I wholeheartedly endorse her,"
"Carrie Susan Schultz is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show her commitment to serving clients as well as her level of experience. She is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Carrie as a top shelf matrimonial attorney for many years. She is dedicated to the field of divorce law and has been a leader of a multitude of professional organizations that have propelled her to be among the attorneys who are capable of representing divorce clients in complex and difficult cases. Carrie is deserving of the highest ratings. Mark Gruber ,Esq."
"I endorse this lawyer. Well versed on the law and sensitive to the issues faced by parents facing divorce."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Carrie Schultz. She is one of the smartest, most compassionate, trustworthy attorneys in her field. I never hesitate in referring my clients to her for their family law-related issues. She is an asset to the legal community as a whole."
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2012
Superlawyers-Rising Star, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2011
Certified Matrimonial Attorney, Supreme Court of New Jersey
2011
Top Lawyers in 2011/Family Law, 201 Magazine
2011
Superlawyers-Rising Star, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2011
Notable Networker Award, BNI
2009
Superlawyers-Rising Star, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2008
Superlawyers-Rising Stars, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2007
New Jersey Super Lawyers- Rising Star, New Jersey Monthly Magazine
2009 - 2011
Owner/Partner, Lattera, Schultz, & Moskowitz, LLC
2003 - 2009
Associate, Lesnevich & Marzano Lesnevich, LLC
2001 - 2003
Associate, Gruber, Colabella & Luizza
2008 - Present
NJSBA Family Law SectionExecutive Committee Member
2000
Juris Doctorate
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
Relocation/Removal Seminar Panelist
2011
Family Law 101 and 102
English
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