Amy B. Harris

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Amy B. Harris

also known as Amy B. Hansel

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Family Lawyer at Bradley Beach, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Alimony, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody

Keith, Winters, Wenning & Harris, LLC, Main St & Lareine Ave Box 188, Bradley Beach, NJ

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About Amy

Biography

If you are going through a divorce, separation or have post judgment divorce problems, I can assist with thoughtful, practical and creative solutions.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Alimony 25%

25%
Child Custody 25%

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

25%
Family 25%

Alimony, child support, divorce, separation, custody, annulment, equitable distribution, change in circumstances, legal custody, residential custody, college contribution, life and health insurance, Pendente Lite support

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2024 2021
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+ 7
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2025 2024 2023
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+ 9
Silver Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 26 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 26 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1999

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Amy B. Harris

Keith, Winters, Wenning & Harris, LLC, Main St & Lareine Ave Box 188, Bradley Beach, NJ, 07720

kwwlawfirm.com/amy-b-harris-esq/

Law Offices of Amy B. Harris

Main Street & Lareine, P.O. Box 188, Bradley Beach, NJ, 07720

kwwlawfirm.com/amy-b-harris-esq/

Online Presence

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Amy B. Harris's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

87 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 11 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Lori | December 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Hire Amy!!!

I highly recommend Amy Harris for anyone going through the difficult and stressful process of a divorce. Amy was my second attorney and understood my concerns and need to take the appropriate course of action to get to the settlement for the dissolution of my marriage. She was attentive and diligen...t – showed concern and gave me honest advice. She did what she said she would do immediately, responded to my questions directly, and got me to a final settlement in a timely manner. Going through a divorce is such a sad thing and impacts you in so many ways especially emotionally and financially. Amy will listen, not prolong the process, and guide you to what is realistic in getting to a settlement as to not prolong the exhausting experience. Hire Amy, you won’t be disappointed!

Posted by TIna | March 18, 2015

Amy is a Blessing & A Great Lawyer

I found Amy Hansel thru a friend that received counsel from her team, I am forever greatful to her and Amy Hansel.. This is just the beginning for me and I'm a mess, But Amy has eased my mind during an extremely stressful time in my life and has been a Blesssing... I would recommend Amy Hansel* She i...s thorough and tough, knowledgeable, organized, compassionate and has integrity.. when I call or email her with questions she's gotten back with me in a timely matter, She's Just amazing with a heart of gold...

Posted by Brett | January 07, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Made our Situation so much easier!

Trying to keep our divorce as amicable as possible, we worked with Amy to make sure we took all of the proper steps in our proceedings to make things go as easy as possible. She patiently addressed any questions we had and took the time to make sure we had all of the information and material we need...ed and were able to go into court fully prepared. With her guidance we were able to handle many of the matters on our own and were told by the judge the day of our final proceedings that if all of her cases went as easy as ours her job would be much easier! Amy is friendly, well-versed and and attentive. I believe I speak for both myself and my ex-wife when I say that we couldn't be happier with how Amy worked with us and helped us reach the best possible outcome for our situation.

Posted by Regina | March 26, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional Family Lawyer

Ms. Hansel was highly recommended to me by a reliable coworker. I was in the process of a challenging divorce, was using a very reputable lawyer, but did not feel supported or comfortable with this lawyer. I took a chance and changed to Ms. Hansel and am so grateful that I did. She responded to my em...ails almost always within hours, certainly within a day. She was knowledgeable of the law and shared her knowledge in a manner that was easy to follow. Ms. Hansel respected my feelings about decisions I was required to make, but also supported me with wise options in looking out for my personal interests. Ms. Hansel's approach to my case and the respect with which she treated me made a very challenging and painful situation in my life much easier to bear. She is a woman of integrity whom I highly recommend.

Posted by Sheila | March 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

I hired Amy for my divorce, which was complicated. Amy was so kind and compassionate, which I needed at the time due to the fact that I was very ill physically and emotionally worn out. She guided me through the process. While my ex and his representatives misappropriated money, Amy offered to do ...everything in her power to fight for my rightful and previously agreed upon distribution, she helped me see that doing so would only further protract a three year process, with no guarantee of success. I am grateful for Amy's professionalism and humanity.

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Amy B. Harris's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Perrigo

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer based on her thorough and knowledgeable answers on this forum."

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Irene Shor

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is an excellent attorney who fiercely represents her clients. She gives meaningful advice and fights for her clients to get results!"

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Jennifer McCaskill

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I was against Amy a few years ago for a messy divorce and I found her to be a formidable opponent. I have a tremendous amount of respect for her and I endorse her."

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Sylvia Breitowich

Family lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Harris and I have been adversaries on a number of different matters. She has always conducted herself professionally and been a zealous advocate while working hard to come to a reasonable settlement for her clients. She has always been a pleasure to work with"

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Karim Arzadi

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Hansel is an insightful contributor here at Avvo and endorsements of her demonstrate clearly the high regard in which she is held by her peers. Similarly, her clients indicate deep satisfaction with her efforts on their behalf..I endorse Amy B. Hansel."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of her clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Laura D'Orsi

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ms. Hansel is a dedicated and hardworking advocate for her clients. She has a great deal of experience in matrimonial law."

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John Patti

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is a regular contributor to Avvo and always provides well thought out and accurate answer that indicate and demonstrate a well versed practitioner."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Jason Blank

Unknown lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have seen Amy's hard work and zealous advocating on behalf of her clients and proudly endorse her."

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Matthew Abatemarco

Family lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Amy's work. Amy is an excellent advocate who is grounded in pragmatic resolutions in the best interests of her clients. Ms. Hansel is an asset to any client navigating the divorce process."

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Irene Shor

Family lawyer

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Mackenzie DeLeon

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Brian Winters

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel Rating in Family Law

2017

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

10 Best Female Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

10 Best Female Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

10 Best Attorneys in New Jersey Client Satisfaction 2015, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Lead Counsel Rating in Family Law, Lead Counsel

2013

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2010

2010 New Jersey Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Partner, Keith, Winters, Wenning & Harris LLC

2000 - 2003

Attorney, Serruto and Associates

1999 - 2000

Attorney, DeCottis, Fitzpatrick and Cole

1998 - 1998

Clerk, Honorable Cavanaugh

Associations

2003 - Present

Monmouth county Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Ocean County Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

1998 - 1999

Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity

Member

1997 - 1999

The Widener Law Symposium Journal

Bluebook Editor

Sample of Legal Cases

J.R. v. A.R.

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Education

1999

Widener University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Delaware

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

Publications

2007

New Jersey Lawyer Magazine Service of Process and Default in Military Cases

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Amy earned significant contribution points in 2025.

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