Stephen J McNamara

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Stephen J McNamara

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 8 years

Family Lawyer at River Edge, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence

887 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 3, River Edge, NJ

Virtual Consultation Available

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 45%

10 years

45%
Family 45%

Divorce, custody, child support, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, post-judgment matters.

10 years

45%
Domestic Violence 10%

10 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 8 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Atkins, Tafuri, Minassian, D'Amato, Beane & Miller, P.A.

887 Kinderkamack Road, Suite 3, River Edge, NJ, 07661

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Stephen J McNamara's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Family

Simply the Best

I cannot recommend this attorney highly enough. I was going through an incredibly difficult and stressful situation involving my ex, and from the very beginning, he was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive. He handled everything with confidence and clarity, always taking the time ...to explain my options and make sure I felt informed and comfortable every step of the way. What stood out most was how responsive and thorough he was. I never felt like just another case. He truly cared about achieving the best possible outcome for me. Thanks to his expertise and dedication, everything was resolved smoothly and efficiently, and I finally have peace of mind. If you’re looking for someone who is not only highly skilled but also compassionate and reliable, I would absolutely recommend him.

Posted by Collin | September 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional Divorce Attorney

Mr. McNamara has been a wonderful attorney and resource while navigating the difficulties of divorce. He’s been attentive - taking the time to understand the nuances of the situation and asking questions. He’s been resourceful - knowing the answers to all my questions and setting realistic expectatio...ns. And perhaps most importantly, he’s been caring - prioritizing what I felt was important and ensuring he’d do all he could for my best interests. I would thoroughly recommend him as your attorney.

Posted by Dan | December 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Attorney you can trust and rely on

As a client of Stephen J McNamara, my experience goes above and beyond satisfaction—completely relieved, happy as can be, and so incredibly grateful are much more accurate. I started by divorce case with zero understanding of the process. He was able to guide me through the whole process and he took ...his time with every detail of my situation and worked patiently until the best possible resolution was achieved. The level of professionalism and service was absolutely amazing. Could not recommend highly enough !!!

Posted by James | November 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The personal care and attention I have been seeking for by my attorney

I have been in a long drawn out custody battle for over 9 years and have utilized the services of several attorneys from different firms. I have Never recieved the quality of care, compassion, and just all around support and guidance until I hired Mr. McNamara. I have spent almost 200 thousand dollar...s due to attorneys claiming to read my file and charging me for it and then still not being able to represent me efficiently or effectively. I think most of "us", who are in positions where we are out of our element, out of our patients, scared for the fight of our children, and patiently and consistently seeking justice are in hopes that we can walk in to a lawyers "one hour consultation" and feel like all our stress will be relieved. Well for once in years of an epic drawn out battle for truth. Stephen ( Mr. McNamara) gave me just that.. I have reduced and halted the monthly cost of attorneys fees month after month by having ridiculous court appearances and handling frivolous motions. I have recieved constant guidance and updates in my case, I have had thurough review of my files and at an agreeable rate and time allowance. All very well worth it! I have kept custody of my children! I have given the other party a compromising and agreeable holiday schedule that works and more importantly... the integrety of My Children's Well Being and BEST INTERESTS has been kept and met. Any one who is battling in family court knows the term and the power of it. Bottom line.. if your looking for a personal touch that other firms and attorneys are either unable or unwilling to give. Consider Mr.McNamara, because of him my family stays in tact. I thank you sir for your persistance in fighting for justice. You will be our first call any and every time, and we will follow you to any firm you represent. Thank you

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Family lawyer | Mar 15

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"Stephen is a zealous advocate for his clients, who does not rest until he achieves the best possible outcome. He will fight for his clients, seeking all possible avenues of legal recourse. Do not hesitate in hiring Stephen!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2024

Best Lawyers Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2023

Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Associate, Atkins Tafuri Minassian D'Amato Beane & Miller, P.A.

2021 - 2023

Associate, Ziegler, Resnick & Epstein

2019 - 2021

Associate, Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

2018 - 2019

Associate, Budd Larner, PC

2017 - 2018

Law Clerk to the Hon. Terry Paul Bottinelli, J.S.C., Bergen County Superior Court

Associations

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

NJSBA Young Lawyers Division

Member

NJSBA Family Division

Member

Bergen County Bar Association

Member

Education

2017

Rutgers Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2014

University of Maryland, College Park

Criminology & Criminal Justice

Speaking Engagements

2024

Family Law Hot Tips

Co-Parenting / Integrated Calendars

Languages

English

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