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 $795.00.*
* all issues resolved between the parties.
Practice areas
All aspects of Divorce including litigation, and collaborative services.
35 years
All aspects of mediation for families including divorce, separation, alimony, child support, custody, visitation and property and debt distribution. Certified as a professional mediator by NJ Court Rule since 2006.
30 years
All aspects of an uncontested divorce at reasonable prices.
35 years
All aspects of family law including alimony, custody, visitation, child support, prenuptial agreements, adoption and property division.
35 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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DC | Resigned | 1986 | 02/16/2021 |
NJ | Active | 1985 | 03/28/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2014 |
BV Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2014 |
Client's Choice Award | Avvo | 2012 |
Qualified Mediator: Pursuant to Rule 1:40 | NJ Bar Association | 2007 |
Nominee for Network Syndicated Program of the Year | Billboard Magazine | 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 Monitor Radio Awards | 1995 |
National Honor Society Psychology | Bucknell University | 1982 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Kathryn A. Gilbert, Esq | 1994 - Present |
Executive Producer | BACKTRAX USA | 1992 - 2014 |
Partner | Sakany and Gilbert, Esqs | 1986 - 1994 |
Staff | New Jersey Nets | 1985 - 1991 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Collaborative Divorce Association of North Jersey | CLE Coordinator | 2014 - Present |
North Jersey Collaborative Law Group | CLE Coordinator | 2012 - Present |
International Association of Collaborative Professionals | Attorney member | 2009 - Present |
Association of Trial Lawyers of America | Attorney Member | 1990 - Present |
New Jersey State Bar Association | Attorney member | 1985 - Present |
Bergen County Bar Association | Attorney Member | 1985 - Present |
NJ Inns of Court | Attorney Member | 1986 - 1987 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Billboard Magazine | The After of Countdown Show Makeovers | 1996 |
NJ Law Journal | Attorney Profiles | 1988 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Seton Hall University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1985 |
Bucknell University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1982 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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CLE event | Collaborative Divorce Process | 2014 |
Bergen Community College Legal Seminars | The Divorce Process | 1997 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Miele vs Rosenblum | won |
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John Murano, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 15, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Brian Freeman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 26, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
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.
Tanya Freeman, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 15, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Sara Corcoran, Family Attorney on May 20, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Patricia Martin, Family Attorney on Jan 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend Kathy as a family law attorney. She is compassionate, caring and professional.
Douglas Borthwick, Family Attorney on Nov 12, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Apr 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Mitchell Arons, Family Attorney on Feb 11, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I know Kathryn GIlbert for many years and she is an extremely competent, thoughtful and pragmatic attorney.
Anthony Dunleavy, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 6, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Christopher Leroi, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.Extremely intelligent, caring and compassionate. Provides excellent answers to legal questions on Avvo.
Joseph Noto, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Mikalah Liviakis, Family Attorney on Mar 2, 2013
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Harman, Unknown Attorney on Feb 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Ms. Gilbert. She is a great choice for representation and is highly respected in the legal community.
Randi Rubin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 14, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Charles Franklin, Family Attorney on Jan 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend this attorney. Very intelligent and very thorough when analyzing legal issues! Compassionate with clients and aggressive with legal issues! 5 STARS!!
Arthur Obolsky, Unknown Attorney on Jan 10, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Peggy Raddatz, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 3, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
Melinda Markvan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 20, 2012
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I endorse this lawyer.
Herbert Ellis, Unknown Attorney on Dec 9, 2012
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer.
Gilberto Vega, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 21, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Emanuel Mouganis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 11, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Andrew Edelberg, Family Attorney on Nov 1, 2012
Relationship: Other
I endorse this lawyer. Her answers on Avvo and presentation and intellect have been outstanding.