$ 325-325 per hour
Matthew Anthony Smuro
About Matthew
Biography
I concentrate my practice on Family and Matrimonial Law and represent clients in complex family and matrimonial matters from inception to conclusion, including divorce, child custody, parenting time, alimony, child support, equitable distribution of diversified business interests and assets, and domestic violence issues. I also have extensive experience in drafting marital settlement agreements, pre-nuptial agreements, property settlement agreements, and shared parenting plans. In addition, I have successfully argued before the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division, on numerous occasions.
Prior to entering private practive, I servied as a judicial law clerk to The Honorable Eugene A. Iadanza, P.J.F.P., where I also became a Certified Mediator of Special Civil Part cases. While in law school, I served as a clerk for the South Carolina House of Representatives Judiciary Committee, where I managed new legislation brought before the Family Law Subcommittee.
I was born in Long Branch, New Jersey and I am a life long resident of Monmouth County. I attended high school at Christian Brothers Academy in Lincroft, New Jersey, college at Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina, and law school at the University of South Carolina School of Law.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
25%
24 years
Domestic Violence
25%
24 years
Family
25%
24 years
Marriage and Prenuptials
25%
24 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New York for 22 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2002
No misconduct found
Location
Chamlin, Rosen, Uliano & Witherington
268 Norwood Avenue, P.O. Box 38, West Long Branch, NJ, 07764-0038
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Posted by Dennis | November 20, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Effective Lawyer
Mr Smuro is a disciplined, assertive lawyer. From our initial consultation, I was confident that Mr Smuro would present an effective legal case. He is very familiar with the local legal context which adds to his capability. His written ‘Motion’ for me was pointed, thorough, & compelling. Anything I a...
Matthew Anthony Smuro's Lawyer Endorsements
"Matthew was my opposing counsel on a criminal matter in Family Court. He is a thorough and knowledgeable attorney."
"Mr. Smuro is knowledgeable and respected by his clients, peers and the judiciary. I endorse this lawyer."
"It is my pleasure to endorse Matthew. He is knowledgeable, thorough and courteous, while remaining a strong advocate for his client. Anyone looking to hire a family law attorney will be well served having Matt in their corner."
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"Matthew is a knowledgeable and professional attorney and is very experienced in the field of matrimonial law."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I have handled several Divorce and Family Law related matters with Mr. Smuro and his firm. I have always found Mr. Smuro to be an exceptional advocate. Mr. Smuro is compassionate in his dealings with his clients and very well respected by both adversaries and the bench. I find Mr. Smuro to be very well prepared and professional in his presentation. I do not hesitate in my endorsement of Mr. Smuro."
"Matt Smuro is an excellent attorney who works hard to meet the needs of his clients. Matt is a zealous advocate whose practice is devoted to matrimonial law. I highly recommend him."
"Mr. Smuro is a consumate professional. He works rigorously and constructively to serve the best interests of his clients and meet their goals. He manages delicate personal issues in a very sensitive way. He can handle every phase of the divorce process, as well as post-judgment issues, with a zealousness that inspires confidence in his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Superior Court of New Jersey (Monmouth Vicinage), Intensive Settlement Panelist
2015
10 Best Attorneys -- Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Intensive Settlement Panelist, Superior Court of New Jersey (Monmouth Vicinage)
2013
Intensive Settlement Panelist, Superior Court of New Jersey (Monmouth Vicinage)
2012
Court-Approved Economic Mediator, Superior Court of New Jersey
2002
American Jurisprudence Award, Torts
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Senior Matrimonial Associate, Chamlin, Rosen, Uliano & Witherington, P.A.
2002 - 2003
Law Clerk to the Presiding Judge of the Family Part, The Superior Court of New Jersey (Monmouth Vicinage)
2001 - 2001
Summer Law Clerk, Law Offices of Peter Korn
2000 - 2002
Judiciary Committee, South Carolina House of Representatives
2000 - 2000
Summer Intern, The Superior Court of New Jersey (Monmouth Vicinage)
Associations
2002 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Monmouth Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
Monmouth Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeMember
2002 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2014 - 2016
Legal Aid Society of Monmouth County, Inc.Vice President
2013 - 2016
Legal Aid Society of Monmouth County, Inc.Trustee
Sample of Legal Cases
D.C. vs. C.C.
Following trial, Defendant/father awarded sole legal and physical custody of his children.
T.S. vs. M.S.
Following a two-day Default Hearing, the Plaintiff was awarded sole legal and physical custody of the parties' children, supervised parenting time, child support, limited duration alimony and counsel fees and costs.
J.B. vs. J.B.
Following a six day trial, the Plaintiff successfully obtained a Final Restraining Order against the Defendant and an award of counsel fees and costs in the amount of $15,000.00.
Ronald Quatse vs. Jacqueline Quatse
Affirmed.
Molinari vs. Molinari
Affirmed in part and remanded in part.
Robert A. Fortsch vs. Hope Fortsch
Reversed and remand for recalculation of child support.
Education
2002
University of South Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1999
Clemson University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2006
Boardwalk Seminar 2006
Discovery for Paralegals
2005
Monmouth-Ocean Educational Services Commission (MAECOM)
Divorce & Family Law from a Female and Male Perspective
2004
Monmouth-Ocean Educational Services Commission (MAECOM)
Divorce & Family Law from a Female and Male Perspective
2003
Monmouth-Ocean Educational Services Commission (MAECOM)
Divorce & Family Law from a Female and Male Perspective
Publications
2006
Discovery for Paralegals
2006 Boardwalk Seminar
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If i do not show up to court for a final restraining order in mecer county nj will it be dismissed?
25 Oct 2016
Q&A
Can I terminate alimony based on cohabitation even if the language in the Property Settlement Agreement does not permit it?
01 Jun 2016
Q&A
I would like to file a motion in family court to enforce parenting time. How do I file this as an emergency?
28 Oct 2015