Steven M Segalas

Steven M Segalas

4.9
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Hillsdale, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

80 Broadway, Suite 101, Hillsdale, NJ

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 30%

Extensive involvement in all areas of family practice, including but not limited to divorce, custody, business valuation, appeals, and pre-nuptial agreements..

30%
Domestic Violence 20%

There is a significant overlap between divorce matters and domestic relations. Steven has extensive trial experience in both areas.

200 cases

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 13%

Speeding, traffic violations, DWI and DUI.

13%
Real Estate 7%

Real estate sales and purchases, residential and commercial.

7%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-425 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 29 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1997

Delinquent

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 30 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Segalas Law Firm

80 Broadway, Suite 101, Hillsdale, NJ, 07601

The Segalas Law Firm

1600 Route 208, Hawthorne, NJ, 07506

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Steven M Segalas's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2019 | Child Custody

Guardian Angel

I’m so grateful Mr. Segalas swooped in at the just right moment and gave me the clarity and fortitude I needed to prevail through the deception and intimidation I was facing. Thanks to Mr. Segala, I was encouraged to stand my ground and protect my son. I am so grateful for his responsiveness, h...umor and generosity at a time of fear, desperation and doubt. His council was so right on that I didn’t even need to hire him because his council prevented any further litigation. I am so thankful for him coming to my aid like a warrior guardian angel speaking truth and giving me tools to shield and defend myself when I felt so vulnerable. My son and I are forever grateful.

Posted by Luis | June 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Great Attorney

Steven Segalas truly cares for his clients. He is knowledgeable, kind and a great negotiater! Served as my attorney for a difficult child support case and handled challenges with ease. He's the one to have on your side. Would highly recommend him.

Posted by Faith | March 27, 2015 | Family

Steven M. Segalas is an outstanding Family Law attorney

I have worked with Steven as an adversary on many cases. Steven is an expert on Family Law. He is always up to date on statutes, Rules of Court and case law which bears on the cases we have handled together. I respect Steven's strong advocacy for his clients. Steven knows when to fight and when to co...mpromise. This is the true sign of a great Family Law attorney.

Posted by GIRI Vurinka | February 27, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

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MY attorney make ME a priority. He always explain the legal divorce process in terms I can understand and the ability to answer all of my divorce questions. The office well-staffed for the follow up.. My attorney have team of lawyers and legal assistants trained to guide me through the divorc...e process and fight for your best interests.. MY attorney always presents a clear plan which includes all steps of divorce, information I need to gather, and a fee schedule. My attorney raise other issues I had not thought of yet that could have significant ramifications for the short-term and long-term success of my Divorce I Go with my attorney who addresses my fears and concerns; exudes confidence and feels like a good fit for me :) Damiano Law Offices highly recommended

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Steven M Segalas's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marc Poles

Family lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steven Segalas is one of the brightest and most caring attorneys I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. His knowledge of the applicable case law and statutes places him miles ahead of the curve. If you or someone you know is in need of a family and/or divorce attorney, I highly recommend calling Mr. Segalas."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Certified Matrimonial Attorney, Supreme Court of New Jersey

2009

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Owner, The Segalas Law Firm LLC

1997 - 2018

Attorney, Damiano Law Offices

1995 - 1996

Law Clerk, State Of New Jersey Judiciary

Associations

2006 - Present

Early Settlement Panel (Passaic County)

Panel Chair

1999 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

1999 - 2013

American Inns of Court

Barrister

Sample of Legal Cases

S.A., et als v. Garfield Board of Education and State Dept. of Education

Board of Education's decision to remove children was found to be appropriate.

Barblock v. Barblock

Successful

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Education

1995

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Saint Peter's College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Coldwell Banker Lunch Seminar

Time of the Essence issues in real estate transactions

2018

Coldwell Banker

Real property transactions, and local government issues

2015

BNI-Crossroads Chapter

10 Things every business owner should know about divorce

2015

BNI Meeting

Pre-nuptial Agreements

Languages

English

Activity

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