We listen, we care, we protect your rights. Our reward is a satisfied client. During COVID-19 we are open and able to accept new clients via phone or video consultation.Alimony laws are changing in New Jersey and we counsel our clients using the latest laws and cases.Custody is the most important issue in divorce. We minimize the anguish with good results.To obtain the most accurate child support award, we carefully examine parents incomes.Our attorneys strive for excellence and satisfied clients at a reasonable cost.We strive to protect victims and to defend wrongfully filed domestic violence actions.Family Law requires compassion, professionalism, and knowledge. Our attorneys strive for excellence.We can protect your assets and limit your support obligations with a well crafted agreement.We have trained and experienced mediators and believe in avoiding litigation.Uncontested divorces are the result of strong and reasonable negotiation.
Practice areas
The process of divorce is initiated by the filing of a Complaint for Divorce in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, Family Part, on either fault or no fault grounds. Most cases are filed now under irreconcilable differences because marital fault is no longer relevant except in the most extreme cases.For more information go to my website at gruberlaw-nj.com
46 years, 500 cases
When the dependent spouse is of a certain age without the training or skills to become self supporting or to learn new skills to become self-supporting, the Courts may award permanent alimony, rehabilitative alimony, or limited duration alimony. Pending legislation may create guidelines but as on now the Judge has full discretion.For more information go to my website at gruberlaw-nj.com
46 years, 500 cases
Custody may be joint, shared, or sole custody. The best interests of the children is the benchmark for custody determinations if the parents can't agree. There are statutory factors the court considers. For more information go to my website at gruberlaw-nj.com
46 years, 500 cases
New Jersey has promulgated guidelines for the Court's use in determining the amount of child support. The amount is based upon the parents incomes and amount of time spent with the children. For more information go to my website at gruberlaw-nj.com
46 years, 500 cases
Family Law includes all of the other practice areas in this profile.For more information go to my website at gruberlaw-nj.com
46 years, 500 cases
Most cases are settled and result in an uncontested case, which is informal and expeditious. The court will want to know that the settlement agreement is fair and that it comports to the law. For more information go to my website at gruberlaw-nj.com
46 years, 475 cases
Domestic violence is defmed as the occurrence of one or more of the following criminal acts committed by an adult or an emancipated minor: homicide, assault, terroristic threats, kidnapping, criminal restraint, false imprisonment, sexual assault, criminal sexual contact, lewdness, criminal mischief, burglary, criminal trespass, harassment, stalking. N.J.S.A. 2C:25-19(a). Restraining Orders can also grant custody, support, and other forms of relief required.
46 years, 25 cases
Prenuptial agreements define the rights and responsibilities of couples who separate. They must be in writing and fully disclose each others assets and liabilities. The Uniform Premarital Agreement Act governs. The Act and Cases are fully described on my website at gruberlaw-nj.com.
46 years, 25 cases
Mediation is fast becoming a desired method of resolving marital disputes. I am trained and certified by the American Academy of Matrimonial Attorneys as a divorce mediator. The process is private, expeditious, non contentious, and usually less expensive than litigation.
46 years, 100 cases
Languages spoken
English
Gruber, Colabella & Liuzza,
41 Lakeside Blvd
Hopatcong, NJ, 07843
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NJ | Active | 1976 | 03/31/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Alfred E Capp Award-Excelancein CLE | New Jersey Institute for Legal Education | 2008 |
Certified Matrimonial Law Attorney | NJ State Bar | 2001 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Senior Partner | Gruber, Colabella & Liuzza | 1976 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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New Jersey Divorce Arbitrators | President | 2012 - Present |
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | Fellow | 1988 - Present |
Cable Television show Law Talk | Host | 1985 - Present |
Warrel Mt. Inns of Court | Former Master | N/A |
Sussex County Bar Association, Family Law Committee | Chair | 1998 - 1998 |
Sussex County Bar Association | Trustee | 1983 - 1985 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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NJ Skills and Methods | New Jersey Family Law | 2012 |
The Basic Guide to New Jersey Divorce with Forms and Court Rules | Author | 2012 |
ICLE Family Law | Same Sex Marriage in New Jersey | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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New York University School of Law | LL.M - Master of Laws | 1984 |
Vermont Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | 1976 |
University of Maryland | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1973 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Skills and Methods | Family Law- Procedure | N/A |
Seminar | Removal of Children from the State | N/A |
Seminar | Using Experts in Complex Divorce Cases | N/A |
Seminar | Domestic Violence | N/A |
Seminar | Primer on Divorce Mediation | N/A |
New Jersey Skills and Methods | Family Law-Substance | N/A |
Hot Tips in Divorce Law | Burden of Proof in Divorce Cases | N/A |
AAML Journal | Cybersex & Divorce-WireTap | N/A |
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Tanya Helfand, Family Attorney on Jan 20, 2014
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Mark Gruber is a seasoned professional. He wrote the Continuing Education book I still use as a reference. He is an excellent lawyer. A client should be quite comfortable with him by his/her side.
Andrew Bestafka, Family Attorney on Jan 16, 2014
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The experience and knowledge evinced by the answers Mr. Gruber provides to questions on this site lead me to believe he will be a benefit and asset to anyone looking to hire an attorney in his area.
Vincent Celli, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 16, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Mark is a tenacious attorney who fights for the best outcome for his client. He and I have litigated many cases over the past thirty years. During that time, he has always conducted himself in the most professional and ethical fashion. He is always well-prepared, and meticulous in his presentations to the Court and in his written work. I look forward to our next matter!!
Dina Mikulka, Family Attorney on Jan 15, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Mark is an excellent attorney and mediator. He is practical and realistic, but advocates passionately for his clients. He is well respected in the community and has taken a leadership role in the Sussex County Bar.
Seymour Chase, Family Attorney on Nov 5, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Always prepared and a true professional
Alan Strelzik, Family Attorney on Nov 5, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer. Mark serves his client's interests with a high degree of professionalism.
James McGovern, Family Attorney on Mar 23, 2010
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While Mark and I have not been on opposite sides as yet, I have known him as both a friend and professional colleague. When I joined McGovern & Roseman, Mark was quick to extend a welcoming hand and offer encouragement. He has impressed me as a highly skilled litigator who prepares thoroughly, and is tenacious, eloquent and persuasive on behalf of his clients. In his CLE presentations he combines intellectual acumen, thorough preparation and articulate presentation to create a lasting impression on his listeners. In his professional dealings I have always found him to be courteous, responsive and forthright. Prospective clients can be confident of being well-served by him.
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