Laura Wishart Dugan

Laura Wishart Dugan

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Eatontown, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

1 Industrial Way W, State Highway 35, Eatontown, NJ

About Laura

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Alimony 20%

17 years

20%
Child Custody 20%

17 years

20%
Child Support 20%

17 years

20%
Family 20%

17 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 16 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Amdur Maggs, & Dugan

1 Industrial Way W, State Highway 35, Eatontown, NJ, 07724-2255

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Laura Wishart Dugan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

5 star (13)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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Posted by Margaret | February 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The BEST!

My experience with Laura has been nothing short of amazing. My life was turned upside down when I finally left an abusive marriage after 30 years and with so much on my plate to worry about, legal proceedings were the least of them. I felt like Laura always had my back throughout. She was proactive. ...aggressive, always one step ahead of “the monster” and best of all, she understood what dealing with a bonafide psychopath truly entailed. She has a very gentle, calming nature about her which made discussing even the more difficult issues much less stressful. I just can’t say enough good things about her. She is the best bar none!

Posted by Rob | December 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great work!

Laura helped formulate and execute the prenuptial agreement between my wife and I. She was very thoughtful and detail oriented and I felt that she really cared about the situation. I would highly recommend her and this law firm!!

Posted by Kerin | May 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Understand and practical

Laura was an awesome attorney for my case. She listened to all my concerns and never make me feel like I was asking a stupid question. She was able to explain everything to me so I could understand and gave me her honest opinion of tacts to take to have a successful outcome. I would recommend her to ...anyone seeking a divorce attorney. Divorce is a difficult and emotional situation no matter the reasons and she was able to path the way for me and get my divorce finalized in record time. Thank you Laura & everyone at the office!

Posted by NJ Dad | April 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Professional, Compassionate, and Client-Focused

I retained Ms. Laura Dugan to guide me through the whole gambit of a potentially-complex divorce. Many issues were at play. Concerns such as the equitable division of a large amount of marital assets, child custody issues, parenting responsibility issues, investment accounts, real estate, and fundi...ng the child’s college experience were all on the table. All of these issues could have been very complex and thorny if not handled deftly. Ms. Dugan very efficiently took stock of my situation, provided me with invaluable advice to inform my words, actions, and my over-all behavior while pursuing this divorce. Ms. Dugan ultimately was able to achieve 100% of my desired outcomes, while still ensuring that my child is well provisioned for. All around, I am very impressed with the professional legal assistance that Ms. Dugan, and her whole team of paralegals, secretaries, and hearing-schedulers provided me through this challenging and uncertain time. If you are faced with uncertainty, and want to retain the strongest legal advocate available, then Ms. Dugan is the attorney for you.

Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Thank you, Laura

Laura was great in working with me awhile back. I found her easy to talk to , always available for my questions and she was always positive. Laura knew what had to be done and she did it well.

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Laura Wishart Dugan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael Fitzgerald

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Laura Dugan for years and she is an excellent lawyer."

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Irene Shor

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura provides a personal touch and meaningful representation for all of her clients."

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David Telson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I recently had the opportunity to conduct a settlement conference with Ms Dugan and found her to be reasonable, knowledgeable and is an attorney who deeply cares about her clients. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Marguerite Maggs

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Laura is the most personable, patient and thoughtful lawyer I know. She is intelligent and focused. She is a rising star and liked by all her clients."

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Andrew Leimbach

Family lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Laura is a fantastic and highly competent lawyer. She is dedicated and will take the time to thoroughly review your case."

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Irene Shor

Family lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Partner, Amdur, Maggs, & Dugan

2009 - 2010

Law Clerk, Presiding Judge Of The Family Division In Monmouth County, NJ

Associations

2018 - Present

Monmouth County Legal Aid Society

Trustee

2018 - Present

Early Settlement Panelist

Member

2011 - Present

Monmouth Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Monmouth Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Member

2010 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Education

2009

Valparaiso University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Valparaiso University

Masters of Business Administration

2005

Bryant University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

Precana

Finances for the Married Couple

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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