Claire Scully

Claire Scully

also known as Scully Family Law

4.9
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 36 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Freehold, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence

80 Court St., Freehold, NJ

About Claire

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 80%

Divorce, DCPP matters, Restraining Orders, Domestic Violence, Custody, Alimony, Child Support

36 years

80%
Domestic Violence 20%

Matters involving the prosecution and defense of restraining order matters and negotiation civil restraints

36 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 36 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Claire Scully

80 Court St., Freehold, NJ, 077280000

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Claire Scully's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

65 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 15 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by April | October 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Scully Family Law is amazing, look no further, they are the best !

Five stars does not do the Scully Law Firm justice! Claire Scully won my case and won all of the relief I had asked for. Along the way, she took the time to alleviate all of my stress about Court. She is unquestionably amazing. She is passionate and is a wonderful person to deal with. Claire is a pro... at getting the job done. If you are a client of hers, you could not be in better hands. Claire also has a great team in the office. Felicia Baber, the legal assistant, seems to have endless patience. She is such a calming, helpful part of the team. Claire Scully and her team took the time day, night and on weekends to educate me on the law that pertains to my case, what would happen in court, and what all the possible scenarios would be. They spoke in a manner that I understood. Long story short, I was a terrified mom of two boys fighting for custody. Claire Scully not only guided me, I also received expert advice on how to manage the situation after Court was over, moving forward, to avoid more Court. Claire Scully gets results, she keeps her word, she is honest, and she delivers!

Posted by Mike | June 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Mike M

Claire Scully is an exceptional attorney and was a sincere advocate throughout my entire family court process. One of Claire’s many positive attributes is her ability to combine a non-adversarial strategy while at the same time fully supporting everyone of my concerns. I cannot express enough how mu...ch her counsel and sincerity were appreciated. Being in the middle of a family court dispute is never a desirable place to find oneself but I was much better off having had Claire and her staff (Felicia) in my corner. I would highly recommend Claire to anyone in need of experienced and skillful counsel for all their family court needs.

Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Child support

Claire helped me navigate my non-dissolution child support case based on the updated 2017 NJ CS statute, with the goal of relieving my financial obligations towards continuing my child's CS beyond 19 years of age. The care-provider mother of the child was motivated to tell the courts that he was dis...abled (as argued previously at hearings where they were undeniably bias towards her inadequate evidence). The updated NJ CS law requires a clearer argument of disability, and requires the primary care provider to show real burden of proof, in order to delay CS relief beyond 19 years of age. Claire (and her assistant) were masterful in their legal knowledge and experience. Claire was rigorous in her consideration of scenarios and answered all of my MANY questions. Her advice was quite astute, with a no-nonsense approach that gave me peace-of-mind in a terribly frustrating situation. I am pleased to say we ultimately were successful in ending the CS obligation. Her expertise in the matters of CS is worth every penny of the retainer cost. I offer my highest recommendation for her to anyone in NJ wishing to seek relief in the context of prolonged or dubious CS obligations.

Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2015 | Family

DYFS wonderwoman

Claire was available to me on very short notice. She stepped in an immediately went to work answering all of my questions and helping me through what I call a nightmare with the dyfs people. She was strong and extremely knowledgeable. She was always available to me. She got the absolute best resu...lt. I would highly recommend her to anyone who has to deal with that agency!!!

Posted by anonymous | January 23, 2015 | Domestic Violence

Not enough experience

I used Claire for a final restraining order. Which she had no experience in. I was falsely accused of domestic violence. Claire is a very nice lady, but I feel she thought I was a criminal, and I did the crime that her fellow friend Judge guadagno had no evidence on the final restraining order. She m...ight screw your case up, and she very expensive for not knowing the law.

Claire Scully

Replied last December 18, 2014

We are sorry you had a bad experience with our firm. We have not represented a client on any matter before this Judge in years, and never on a restraining order, so the basis for this review is unfamiliar. We strive for the utmost client satisfaction in every case. Please contact me directly to discuss your specific concerns.

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Claire Scully's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aniello Cerreto

Family lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had 2 cases with this attorney and find her easy to conference with, knowledgeable, experienced, and cost effective in reasonably resolving disputed matters. Wish all disputed matters were as easily worked through as with this lawyer."

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Michael Grasso

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Claire is highly experienced, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with on contested matters. As prosecutor she represents the State of NJ in the highest regard."

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Tara Breslow

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked besides Claire for years. She is smart, always prepared and has a great reputation in the courthouse."

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Julia Dasaro

Family lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Claire is a compassionate and hardworking attorney who advocates on behalf of her clients with the utmost professionalism."

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Anthony Vecchio

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked together with Claire on several cases. She is an experienced attorney who cares about her clients and works hard to achieve their goals."

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Steven Gabor

Family lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Over the years I have referred Claire my clients who have had matrimonial issues and they have invariably benefited from her "street smarts" and compassion."

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Stacey Selem Antonucci

Family lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer! Incredibly intelligent and diligent attorney."

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Divorce and separation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2020

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Appointment, Municipal Prosecutor, Manalapan Township

2012

Appointment, District IX Ethic Committee, Supreme Court, State of New Jersey

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner, Claire Scully, Esq. L.L.C.

2015 - 2015

Municipal Prosecutor, Township of Manalapan

2002 - 2005

Attorney, Reich & Scully, L,L.C.

1992 - 1997

Assistant District Attorney, Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office

1991 - 1992

Assistant District Attorney, Cape May County Prosecutor's Office

1989 - 1991

Assistant District Attorney, Suffolk County District Attorney

Associations

2020 - Present

District IX Ethics Committee

Chair

2014 - Present

New Jersey Association for Justice

Member

2012 - Present

Inns of Court, Monmouth County

Master

2012 - Present

District IX Ethics Committee

Member

2011 - Present

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Monmouth Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

K.P. vs. D.P.

All motions in favor of client.

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Education

1989

Touro College - Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

1995

Advanced Law Enforcement Seminar

Search and Seizure

1990

Cape May County Police Academy

The Prevention of Domestic Violence Act

Languages

English

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