Brian P Latimer

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Brian P Latimer

also known as Brian Latimer

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Oakhurst, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

725 Carol Avenue, P.O. Box 956, Oakhurst, NJ

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About Brian

Biography

Helping you navigate the legal complexities of your Divorce or Family Law matters. Contact us for a FREE virtual or phone consultation.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

Alimony, child support, child custody and visitation, premarital agreements, domestic violence, mediation services, post-judgment enforcement matters including reduction or termination of alimony, appellate practice, arbitration.

37 years | 500 cases

60%
Alimony 10%

When an ex-spouse makes payments to a former spouse after the divorce. Alimony payments (or spousal support) are intended to preserve the lifestyle the former spouse enjoyed before the divorce and is calculated based upon many factors.

10%
Child Custody 10%

Legal custody grants parents authority to make educational, medical, or spiritual decisions, for example. Residential custody refers to the physical residence of the child. Parenting time is the schedule adopted by agreement or the court.

37 years

10%
Child Support 10%

Establishing each parties' percentage of financial responsibility for their child (including unmarried parents); modification of child support (up or down) due to college attendance, emancipation, unemployment, etc.

37 years

10%
Family 10%

Including child support and visitation, divorce, adoption, domestic violence, alimony, enforcement of orders, alimony review due to retirement, disability or cohabitation, college contribution, emancipation, cohabitation, post-judgment matters.

37 years

10%

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2017
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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1988

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Brian P. Latimer Esq., LLC

725 Carol Avenue, P.O. Box 956, Oakhurst, NJ, 07755

brianplatimerlaw.com

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Brian P Latimer's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Posted by Janet | April 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

excellent attorney and human

Brian has worked with me for nearly 20 years on various family law issues. He is an excellent attorney and I recommend him highly. He is responsive and always returned my calls or emails within hours if not minutes. He is fair, well-versed in NJ family law, and always looked out for my (and my childr...en's) best interests as his client within the law. He explains the law clearly and thoughtfully and was spot on with his advice. In court, he is confident and passionate in arguing for his client. I am fairly sure the opposing parties in my cases are not quite as fond of him as I am, LOL.

Posted by Ewa | January 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Brian Latimer is not only an excellent attorney but an exceptional human being which is probably a rare case in his profession.

I have known Brian for over 20 years, when I was first referred to him as an attorney to represent me in a messy divorce case. From the very beginning of the grueling process I felt that he was not only my attorney, but a friend as well. He listened to me and prioritized what would be in the best int...erests of me and my children, while also being completely honest about what was realistic, and what was going to be hard to achieve. He would even use his personal time to make sure that my children and I were doing well. He also was honest, and upfront, about his costs, and was thorough and exceptional in his understanding of the law. What makes Brian an exceptional attorney is his Professionalism, Compassion, and Commitment, combined with a deep personal interest in your case, which leads to the most professional and successful results. He always kept the best interests of me and my children in mind, and geared his advice toward this every step of the way. After 20 years we still keep in touch, exchanging Holiday greetings and keeping up with news about our families and kids. I would recommend Brain Latimer at any time without hesitation or reservation. Ewa

Posted by Joanne | March 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Divorce is really hard, Trusting your attorney helps lessen the pain.

I came to Brian with a really messed up case. I had originally signed with a different attorney, someone who was supposed to be "the best" in my county. I had a domestic violence situation going on, and after my first court case, I knew I was with the wrong attorney - and I needed someone good; fa...st. I found my way to Brian, and from our initial meeting, I felt comfortable. He listened to me - what I wanted out of my divorce - and he was completely honest with what was reachable, what was going to be hard to achieve - and what was going to take a miracle. He also was honest, and upfront, about his costs. There were no hidden fees and as we moved along, Brian really tried to use the dollars I had on retainer in the smartest ways. By the time we were done, Brian had my financials in a safe state (which was far from the case that I brought to him) and he really had my back throughout the rest of my case. He tried to lessen the pain of this grueling process, while fighting his best to get the results I wanted. I would use him again in a minute. a

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional and informative

Mr. Latimer is a professional experienced divorce attorney. He handled my case with expertise and was honest with the possible outcomes . Divorce lawyers are expensive. He was upfront with fees and billing from the beginning. My children and I were always in his best interest and his advice was geare...d toward this. So I have nothing but thanks for Mr. Latimer and his assistant for making a terrible situation as uncomplicated as it could be.

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

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2024

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

BV Distinguished Lawyer, Martindale Hubell

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Peer Rated Distinguished Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyer

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

10 Leaders of Matrimonial & Divorce Law Age 45 & Under, Digital Press International

1999

Appreciation Award for Outstanding Service, Women's Center of Monmouth County

1991

Dedicated Volunteer Service, Women's Center of Monmouth County

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Brian P. Latimer, Esq., LLC

1989 - 2012

Partner, Jacobowitz, Defino, Latimer Law Office

1988 - 1989

Law Clerk, The Honorable James A. Kennedy, J.S.C.

Associations

1998 - Present

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

Monmouth County Bar Assoc. Family Law Committee

Member Monmouth County Domestic Violence Working Group

1988 - Present

Monmouth County Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2011

Monmouth County Bar Association

Family Law Committee Co-Chairman

2007 - 2009

Monmouth County Bar Association

Chairman Early Settlement Panel

Sample of Legal Cases

Wass v. Wass, 311 N.J. Super 624 (Ch. Div. 1998)

Successfully tried on behalf of wife.

Reid v. Reid, 310 N.J. Super 12 (App. Div. 1998) cert. denied 154 N.J. 608 (1998)

Contested divorce successfully defended in the Appellate Division.

Brzozowski v. Brzozowski, 265 N.J. Super 141 (Ch. Div. 1993) cited in Pascale v. Pascale, 140 N.J. 583 (1995)

Successfully argued custodial parental rights

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Education

1988

New York Law School

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

1985

Dickinson College

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.),

Languages

English

Activity

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