Stephanie Canas Hunnell

Stephanie Canas Hunnell

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 21 years

Family Lawyer at Asbury Park,, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning ... +4 more

408 7th Avenue, PO Box 531, Asbury Park,, NJ

About Stephanie

Biography

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Family 20%

14 years

20%
Child Custody 10%

14 years

10%
Child Support 10%

14 years

10%
Litigation 10%

14 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 21 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2004

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

Hunnell Law Group, LLC

408 7th Avenue, PO Box 531, Asbury Park,, NJ, 07712

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Stephanie Canas Hunnell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
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Posted by Dhiren Mavani | May 20, 2014

Excellent and very talented. Felt like was working with family.....

I hired Stephanie as my attorney for my divorce, She was best of the best ,the first time I met her she made me so comfortable and stress free .I went thru an extremely difficult and nasty divorce- orders of protection, I had time limits just to visit my own daughter. Yet, because of the incredible ...work done by Ms. Hunnell I got lots time to spend with my daughter and a very satisfying divorce. I also got my HOUSE BACK from my EX. wife.....Ms. Hunnell truly cared about my case. She herself or her staff was answering my questions, calls and emails very fast. I felt like I was texting her via email back and forth. Honestly I dealt with lots of other lawyers who take there own time to respond and keeps you in stress but not her, she is very good. I will always remember how hard she fought and worked in court for me. I deeply respect Ms. Hunnell's professionalism and I trust her with my life. I am an extremely happy client and I am proud to refer her to anyone.

Posted by g | October 15, 2011

wish I found her earlier....

Stephanie was what I wanted in a lawyer - professional, responsive, intelligent, caring and assertive. I had dealings with other lawyers who, maybe due to their age (or laziness) where very unresponsive and often ignorant of basic facts. Stephanie was totally on top of the situation. I totally rec...ommend her.

Posted by anonymous | May 15, 2011

Grateful for Support and Professional Guidance

Ms. Hunnell and her staff were supportive and professional in assisting me with my particular situation which was filled with uncertainty and stress. Stephanie was there to answer my questions and calm ANY anxiety that arose from legal as well other matters regarding the stressful situation I was f...acing. She assisted me in decision making and was understanding of my particular financial dilemma. I always knew that that she could could be reached if not by phone, through email or by leaving her a message. She or someone on her staff would contact me in a prompt manner. This was important and reassuring. She was also there for me when needed in court and her manner in dealing with the professionals there was respectful and professional. I also felt that those professionals we encountered extended that respect and professionalism to her. I felt her manner with me to be supportive and instructive. If if wasn't necessary for her to be in court with me she provided me with guidance and advice as to how I should handle what I was facing, in a effort to help me keep the cost of her services down. This was an issue for which I was most grateful. Her office was efficient in provided the written legal documents that were required in a timely and organized manner. I would turn to her again if the need arose and would recommend her to a friend facing a similar legal needs. Her manner is professional, knowledgeable yet caring and sensitive.

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Stephanie Canas Hunnell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Sylvia Breitowich

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Throughout the years I have known Ms. Hunnell, I observed her zealously advocate for her clients while remaining settlement oriented. Her knowledge of the law, her advocacy skills and her litigation skills make Ms. Hunnell a fine example for the legal community. It was for these reasons that I decided to team up with Ms. Hunnell and work together to help the members of our community through these difficult times. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Mary Leland

Family lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Stephanie is a professional and a tireless advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Raymond Raya

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I sent a client to Staephanie and she did some remarkable work. There is no better compliment than a satisfied client and Stephanie achieved some amazing results."

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Andrew Bestafka

Family lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Stephanie was a consummate professional and tireless advocate for her client. She was extremely knowledgeable and always well prepared. She was a pleasure to work with on w very contentious matter."

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Thomas Prol

Litigation lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Stephanie, a go-to-the-mat lawyer who knows how to look out for people who need someone on their side. She fights for her clients and has an uncanny knack for putting together good strategies and winning cases."

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Jeannette Darrow

Unknown lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Hunnell is a bright attorney and is a passionate advocate for her clients. Her dedication to providing quality legal services is also evidenced by her volunteer activities in the legal community. I endorse this attorney without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, Hunnell Law

Associations

2010 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Treasurer, GLBT Rights Section

2010 - Present

Ocean-Monmouth Inn of Family Law Court

Executive Committee

2010 - Present

Haydn Proctor American Inn of Court

Barrister

2007 - Present

Ocean County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Monmouth Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Miken v. Hind

Trial court's decision not to equitably distribute all assets of the domestic partnership was upheld.

Larrison v. Larrison

Successfully secured a remand

Diehl v. Diehl

Secured credit for lump sum disability benefits.

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Education

2004

Rutgers University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

California State University, Long Beach

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2013

LGBT Update 2013 LGBT Tax Issues 2013

2012

GLBT Update 2012 Ethics

2011

GLBT Update 2011

DOMA

Publications

2013

LGBT Rights Section Newsletter The Fall of DOMA?

Languages

English

Activity

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