Joseph John Russell

Joseph John Russell

also known as Joe Russell

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Red Bank, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation

125 Half Mile Road, Suite 100, Red Bank, NJ

About Joseph

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 20 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 20 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer P.A.

125 Half Mile Road, Suite 100, Red Bank, NJ, 07701

Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer, P.A.

90 Woodbridge Center Drive, Woodbridge, NJ, 07095

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Joseph John Russell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Attorney

Mr. Russel and his team is excellent to work with. For me they had made my case so much easier to handle and deal with. I was given the best and practical advise to deal with the mess I was in. When a family is breaking , the best is to break apart with lest possible emotional and financial damage... and Mr. Russel has given me this direction and advise. Which really eased so many complications and made life better for me and kids. The entire staff is very co operative and on top of the matter always. I had another attorney before , who had made my life miserable and she was extremely incompetant and reluctant to look at my case which cost me a lot of financial and menta stress.However, I was lucky to have found Mr Russell who put my case back on track and got me a best exit. Iam very thankful for everything specially the patience and guidance I have received from the entire team.

Posted by Amy | November 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best of the best!!

After consulting with other attorneys, a friend suggested I reach out to Joe Russell. Choosing Joe as my attorney was by far the best choice I could have made. Words can not express how grateful I am to have found the best attorney to help me through a very difficult time. Joe is extremely knowled...geable of family law and he guided me through the process every step of the way. He is everything you could ask of an attorney, caring, intelligent, strong, professional. He shows a real connection to his clients and I felt stronger having him by my side. Joe has gone above and beyond for me and my daughter and I am forever grateful to him! I have and will continue to recommend him to anyone who needs an attorney.

Posted by anonymous | December 5, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

One of the smartest people I have met

I was very nervous. Divorce is unsettling. You need hope. Joe is one attorney who despite being a great listener is good at communication too. He made complex financial calculations sound so simple. What I really liked about him is his self-confidence and his behaviour with the adversary. He is respe...ctful to all and hence wins everyone. I really felt very secure in his presence as Joe was there ready to cover my back. Joe is now like family - what more compliment may I offer!

Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorced Female

I spoke with several lawyers before I hired Joe to represent me in my divorce. What I liked most was his straight forward style, ie., he did not tell me what I wanted to hear, but what I needed to hear in order to view the divorce with less emotion and more like a business transaction. I trusted that... he was not looking to draw out the process for more legal fees, but to realistically come to a settlement, and was mindful of my priorities throughout the process. Divorce is emotionally charged and contentious by nature, but at the end of the day the law provides some ground rules and structure, so being mindful of a realistic outcome is important if you do not want to drive up legal fees to only, most likely, get the same results in the long run. I think in a successful / fair divorce settlement both parties leave the table not 100% happy. Joe did a great job in navigating through the emotions and keeping on task, while also fairly representing my best interests. I would not hesitate to recommend Joe and never regretted my choice in placing my trust in Joe.

Posted by Tsipi | June 25, 2015

Highly recommended!!

Joe was extremely professional and knowledgeable throughout the whole divorce process. Joe also showed real compassion, he was honest, practical, patient and very responsive to all my questions and needs, which made the difference, and this difficult time much more bearable. I could rely and trust ...his advice thus would highly recommend Joe to my friends and family!

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Joseph John Russell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Somair Alam

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Exceptional attorney, dedicated to client success. Highly recommended."

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Charles Vuotto

Family lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael DeTommaso

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had several contested matters with Joe. He is an experienced and formidable adversary. He has a very practical approach to litigation. I highly recommend him."

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Andrew Economos

Family lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I found Joe to be a very ethical and professional adversary. It was a pleasure to work with him in resolving our client's divorce matter."

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Richard Lomurro

Family lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Albertina Webb

Family lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Alexis Gasiorowski

Family lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Andrew Economos

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Megan Murray

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Charles Vuotto

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Steven Enis

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Albertina Webb

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 40 Family Lawyer Under 40, The American Society of Legal Advocates

2010

2010 Humanitarian of the Year, LADACIN Network (Formerly Cerebral Palsy of Monmouty/Ocean Counties)

2010

New Jersey Super Lawyers®–Rising Stars Edition (2010), New Jersey Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner and Chair of Family Law Department, Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer

2006 - 2013

Senior Associate, Wilentz Goldman & Spitzer

2005 - 2006

Attorney, Donahue, Hagan, Klein, Newsome & O'Donnell, P.C.

Associations

2013 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Family Law Executive Committee

Ocean County Bar Association, Family Law Executive Committee

Member

New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Monmouth Bar Association, Family Law Executive Committee

Member

American Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Ocean County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Executive Committee

2008 - 2010

Ocean County Bar Association

Chair of Young Lawyers Division

Education

2004

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Villanova

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

Wilentz Annual Presentation of Published Cases and Trends in Family Law

Institution of Continuing Legal Education ("ICLE")

2008

Association of Trial Lawyers of America ("ATLA") - NJ

Association of Trial Lawyers of America ("ATLA"), Matrimonial Section

Publications

2009

2009 Family Law Digest Family Law Digest

2008

2008 Wilentz Annual Family Law Digest Family Law Digest

2007

2007 Wilentz Annual Family Law Digest 2007 Wilentz Annual Family Law Digest

Languages

English

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