Valerie Hemhauser

Valerie Hemhauser

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 35 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Red Bank, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

125 Half Mile Road Ste 200, Red Bank, NJ

About Valerie

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 35%

Child Support and Spousal Support establishment, modification and enforcement

36 years

35%
Child Custody 15%

Custody, Parenting Time establishment, modification and enforcement

15%
Wills and Living Wills 10%

Individual Wills, Power of Attorney and Medical Power of Attorney

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 5%

Defense of Municipal Court violations

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 35 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Valerie Hemhauser

125 Half Mile Road Ste 200, Red Bank, NJ, 077010000

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Valerie Hemhauser's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
4 star (0)
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Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A great Attorney

I was very impressed with Valerie -she helped facilitate a fair divorce settlement in a timely way based on her strong knowledge of the law and ability to work with very difficult people. Valerie had a keen understanding of the law and patiently guided me through every step of the way. I would absolu...tely retain her again

Posted by T.G./West Long Branch, NJ | January 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Valerie for Hire Divorce Attorney

Divorce settlement October 2017. Was referred to Valerie by a female of similar profession. Arduous, Contentious and slightly complicated divorce. Settlement was longer than anticipated due to lack of cooperation with spouse and legal counsel. Valerie is tenacious, focus and determined to support an...d receive a positive resolution for her client. Knowledgeable in family law by citing previous NJ state cases relative to my divorce, Her rate commensurate with her professionalism and intimate knowledge in divorce law. Hence, she is not cheap to hire. She is personally and intimately involved with your case from the beginning to the very end; no other business associates in her office are involved for the client to pay a separate fee(s), responsive to phone messages and email messages however you will be charged accordingly, resourceful by communicating with her peers to assist in her defense. I would highly recommend Valerie to my women friends. She did a successful job representing me being a female 55+.

Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Municipal Court

Ms. Hemhauser helped me settle a municipal case in a timely, and efficient manner. Ms. Hemhauser was nothing short of professional, well versed in her legal expertise and knowledgeable, exceeding my expectations. I highly recommend Ms. Hemhauser, and in brief, am very satisfied with her services.

Posted by Eileen | July 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Divorce

Valerie was great from the start. She gave sound advice, handled situations and conflicts that arose with absolute professionalism and made communication open and easy. Even when my husbands lawyer was being a bully, Valerie saw right through him and did not back down. In the end, I divorced with a... settlement that I deserved. I would fully recommend Valerie to anyone seeking a divorce attorney. She did an outstanding job.

Posted by Joe | March 21, 2012

custody

I recently used Valerie to resolve my post judgment custody issue with my ex. She was able to facilitate a settlement for us without prolonged hearings and court time. As a result my ex and I are still able to speak to each other about our kids which is so important. I would definitely use Valerie... again.

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Valerie Hemhauser's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Caesar

Family lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Valerie is a brilliant attorney. She is always accessible, respectable and cognizant of time restraints. Valerie is a pleasure to work with and is my go-to attorney when I have questions about famiiy law."

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Jennifer McCaskill

Family lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Valerie to be a very strong advocate for her clients."

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Thomas Ehrlich

Family lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is wonderful and compassionate."

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Mark Apostolou

Family lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"You won't find a more passionate advocate than Valerie. She has a wealth of legal experience in the field, and obtains fantastic results for her clients."

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William Rempel

Family lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Valerie is a dedicated professional who truly cares for her clients and always does the right thing. I endorse her highly and recommend her strongly."

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Jason Lauren

Family lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Valerie is an astute, highly skilled attorney. She is also warm, compassionate and pragmatic. Terrific parent as well."

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Laurie Bogaard

Family lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as she is a strong advocate for her clients."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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William Rempel

Divorce and separation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Lead Counsel Rated in the Discipline of Family Law, Lead Counsel Review Board

2019

Lead Counsel Rated in the Discipline of Family Law, Lead Counsel Review Board

2017

Lead Counsel Rated in the Legal Discipline of Divorce, Lead Counsel Review Board

2017

Lead counsel Rated in the Legal Discipline of Family Law, Lead Counsel Review Board

2016

Lead Counsel Rated in the Legal Discipline of Divorce, Lead Counsel Review Board

2015

Lead Counsel Rated in the Legal Discipline of Divorce Law, Lead Counsel Review Board

2014

Lead Counsel Rated in the Legal Discipline of Divorce Law, Lead Counsel Review Board

2013

Lead Counsel Rated in the Legal Discipline of Divorce Law, Lead Counsel Review Board

2001

Meritorious Publc Service- District Ethics Committee, Supreme Court of New Jersey

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Executive Director, Legal Aid Society of the Monmouth Bar Association

1999 - Present

Attorney- Sole Practitioner, Law Offices of Valerie Hemhauser

1992 - 1999

Attorney- Managing Partner, Hall Hemhauser

1992 - 2012

Pool Attorney, Midwest Legal Insurance Group/ARAG

1992 - 2005

Pool Attorney, Monmouth County Public Defender

1990 - 1992

Associate Attorney, Edison

1989 - 1990

Judicial Extern/ Student Law Clerk, Honorable Thomas F. Shebell, J.A.D., Red Bank, NJ

Associations

2004 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member, Family Law Division

2004 - Present

Monmouth County Early Settlement Panel

Panelist

1996 - Present

Monmouth Bar Association

Member- Family Law, School Law, Unauthorized Law committees

2016 - 2023

Legal Aid Society of the Monmouth Bar Association

Executive Director

1998 - 2001

District IX Ethics Committee

Appointed Member Investigator

Sample of Legal Cases

Pelow v. Pelow

Successful argument- relief granted

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Education

1990

Rutgers School of Law- Newark

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey - Douglass College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Professionalism Seminar

Professionalism

Languages

English

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