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With nearly 20 years of practice, Elena Weitz is an accomplished family law attorney renowned for her skillful navigation of high-stakes cases and commitment to client advocacy. She brings strategic insight and genuine empathy to every matter, helping clients manage the emotional and financial complexities inherent to family law. As both a seasoned trial advocate and certified mediator, Elena’s approach prioritizes her clients’ best interests throughout negotiation, mediation, or courtroom proceedings. She has earned professional recognition, including New Jersey Family Magazine’s "Best New Jersey Lawyers for Families" and the American Institute of Legal Counsel's "10 Best Attorneys." Elena’s influential work is reflected in significant superior and appellate court cases, including Ferrer v. Colon and Coney v. Banks. She holds court-approved designations as a mediator and parenting coordinator, and serves on key professional bodies such as the New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators and the District XII Ethics Division. Elena also shares her knowledge at professional seminars and maintains memberships in several state and county bar associations, underscoring her leadership within the legal community.
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State: New York
Acquired: 2006
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Acquired: 2005
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21 Main Street, Suite 158, Hackensack, NJ, 07601
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100 South Jefferson Road, Suite 110, Office 4, Whippany, NJ, 07981
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99 Wood Ave S, Suite 302, Iselin, NJ, 08830
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Posted by Ron | September 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Great Lawyer, Highly Recommend
I hired Attorney Elena Weitz to help me with my divorce agreement. My ex-wife was not following our agreement and never did. I finally had enough and knew I had to go back to court or she would never follow it. I consulted with a few attorneys because there are so many I just didn’t know who I should...
Posted by Mike | March 19, 2018 | Divorce & Separation
Knew a lot about the law and was honest and straighforward
I consulted with Elena about filing a motion after my divorce. The advice she gave me was good and she explained the law and how it affects my situation. We discussed a legal strategy and I will be retaining her in the future. Im very thankful for the great advice she gave me.
Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
I wouldn’t go to anyone else
Ms. Weitz was a very good attorney. She took the time to explain everything to me and answer all of my questions, and I didn’t understand a lot before talking to her. She was excellent in court and in the motions she wrote. I would not go to anyone else if I need to go to court again. I would recomme...
Posted by Marianne | January 28, 2018
Excellent
Fantastic advice knowledgeable great research into situation. Gave clear logical practical advice helpful for resolution and satisfactory conclusion
Posted by Paul | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Great Child support and custody attorney
Elena Weitz represented me in my custody and child support case and was very good. I would recommend her I was very happy with the results and thought she was a good attorney.
"I have worked with Ms. Weitz for numerous years and endorse her as a Family Law and Trial attorney. She is knowledgeable, compassionate, and honest."
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2022
Best New Jersey Lawyers for Families, New Jersey Family Magazine
2018
10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2025 - Present
Principal, Offit Kurman, P.A.
2020 - 2025
Partner, Williams Law Group
2007 - 2020
Associate, Grayson and Associates, LLC
2005 - 2007
Associate, Law Offices of Bonny G. Rafel
2025 - Present
District XII Ethics DivisionMember, Appointed by the Supreme Court of New Jersey
2023 - Present
New Jersey Association of Professional MediatorsBoard of Directors
2023 - Present
Association of Family and Conciliation CourtsMember
2007 - Present
Essex County Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
2005
J.D.
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2025
"Valuing, Dividing, and Offsetting Complex Financial Assets in Divorce Mediation Including Language for MOUs,"
2023
Divorce Education Class - The Overall Divorce Process and Relocation
2023
Divorce Education Class - Financials and the Case Information Statement
2025
2010
English
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My wife wants a divorce, but I don't. What are my options?
22 Jan 2026
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13 Jan 2026