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Kathryn Ann Gilbert
also known as Kathy Gilbert
About Kathryn
Biography
My practice is focused solely on family and divorce issues. I will help you determine which process, litigation, mediation or collaboration is right for you. We will work together to obtain the best and most cost efficient result for you.
Cost for attorney prepared uncontested Divorce papers for $.*
* all issues resolved between the parties.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
30%
39 years
Mediation
30%
34 years
Uncontested Divorce
30%
39 years
Family
10%
39 years
Fees and Rates
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 40 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 39 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Kathryn A. Gilbert,Esq.
55 State Street, Hackensack, NJ, 07601
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Posted by Jeff | August 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent work!
This is twice I needed Kathy's help, once for a divorce and now to close on the purchase of a house. Each time, with the help of her paralegal Sandy, she guided me through the process. They were always there to answer my questions and provide advice. They handles any issues, in each case, professi...
Posted by Steve | March 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Professional Direct Compassionate
Ms. Gilbert was so professional and knowledgeable. She put me at ease during a difficult time in my life. Although I ended up reconciling my marriage Kathryn was at all times beside me in my decision making, never judging or coercing me in a direction I did not want. Thank you Kathryn.
Posted by Liza | December 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Freedom
Kathy, Thank you for your professionalism,knowledge,kindness, and legal advice and representation as well as your most reasonable fees during my journey during a difficult time to finally have my freedom. I would highly recommend your services!
Posted by Aubrey | November 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Do yourself a favor and hire Kathy Gilbert!
I can't say enough good things about having Kathy Gilbert as your attorney! Since I have children, I wanted to get divorced in a way that did not destroy my family. Kathy suggested a collaborative divorce which was perfect for my situation. My ex and I with our attorneys came to an agreement that ...
Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Collaborative Lawyer
I felt very comfortable with Kathy and I am glad that she was representing me during the difficult process of getting divorced. She was very responsive, she kept me informed, she listened to my concerns and educated me as to the legal issues involved. She did a wonderful job representing me and I wou...
Kathryn Ann Gilbert's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Ms. Gilbert for many years as both an adversary and having mutual clients requiring representation in our respective areas of concentration. Ms. Gilbert is a compassionate, caring and highly skilled attorney who fights hard for her clients' rights. I give her my unqualified endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kathryn is truly a lawyer's lawyer!! I can only describe her as knowledgeable, aggressive and always prepared to negotiate so long as her clients are able to get the most equitable resolutions in their cases. There is no question that she gives her clients more than 100% and if you retain her, you have retained one of the best."
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"I highly recommend Kathy as a family law attorney. She is compassionate, caring and professional."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Kathryn GIlbert for many years and she is an extremely competent, thoughtful and pragmatic attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer.Extremely intelligent, caring and compassionate. Provides excellent answers to legal questions on Avvo."
"I endorse this lawyer. Kathy is in the same collaborative law group to which I belong. We have done several collaborative law cases successfully. She is also an excellent mediator as well as an excellent collaborative law atorney."
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"I endorse Ms. Gilbert. She is a great choice for representation and is highly respected in the legal community."
"I have known Kathy for 20 plus years and have referred her family law matters. She is an exceptional lawyer ... smart, trustworthy and incredibly knowledgeable. She is also one of the most ethical and professional attorneys I know. Kathy balances being a zealous advocate with being an intuitive problem solver. I endorse Kathy without reservation and continue to refer family law clients to her in Bergen County and Northern New Jersey."
"I highly recommend this attorney. Very intelligent and very thorough when analyzing legal issues! Compassionate with clients and aggressive with legal issues! 5 STARS!!"
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Experience
Honors
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2007
Qualified Mediator: Pursuant to Rule 1:40, NJ Bar Association
2001
Nominee for Network Syndicated Program of the Year, Billboard Magazine
2000
Nominee for Network Syndicated Program of the Year, Billboard Magazine
1999
Nominee for Network Syndicated Program of the Year, Billboard Magazine
1998
Nominee for Network Syndicated Program of the Year, Billboard Magazine
1997
Nominee for Network Syndicated Program of the Year, Billboard Magazine
1996
Nominee for Network Syndicated Program of the Year, Billboard Magazine
1995
Nominee for Network Syndicated Program of the Year, Billboard Monitor Radio Awards
1982
National Honor Society Psychology, Bucknell University
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Owner, Kathryn A. Gilbert, Esq
1992 - 2014
Executive Producer, BACKTRAX USA
1986 - 1994
Partner, Sakany and Gilbert, Esqs
1985 - 1991
Staff, New Jersey Nets
Associations
2014 - Present
Collaborative Divorce Association of North JerseyCLE Coordinator
2012 - Present
North Jersey Collaborative Law GroupCLE Coordinator
2009 - Present
International Association of Collaborative ProfessionalsAttorney member
1990 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaAttorney Member
1985 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationAttorney member
1985 - Present
Bergen County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1986 - 1987
NJ Inns of CourtAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Miele vs Rosenblum
won
Education
1985
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
Bucknell University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
CLE event
Collaborative Divorce Process
1997
Bergen Community College Legal Seminars
The Divorce Process
Publications
1996
Billboard Magazine
The After of Countdown Show Makeovers
1988
NJ Law Journal
Attorney Profiles
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
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10 Nov 2012
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I WAS DENIED PASSPORT FOR CHILD SUPPORT ARREARS, NOW I PAID OFF ALL .HOW CAN I HAVE MY NAME REMOVED FROM THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY ,
16 Nov 2012
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Nj abandonment, how long does the non custodial parent have to be absent before it's abandonment
12 Nov 2012