Amy Frances Gjelsvik

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Amy Frances Gjelsvik

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Sparta, NJ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

48 Sparta Ave, Sparta, NJ

About Amy

Biography

Experienced legal representation for life's toughest moments.

Experienced legal representation for life's toughest moments.

Experienced legal representation for life's toughest moments.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 75%

75%
Family 25%

This is a general catch all category, which includes, but is not limited to, child support and custody between non-married parties, palimony, domestic violence, adoptions, juvenile matters

25%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 25 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Paris P. Eliades Law Firm

48 Sparta Ave, Sparta, NJ, 07871

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Amy Frances Gjelsvik's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Pamela | September 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

not sure what this means, but Amy represents the truth, she is fair, and some day she would make a spectacular Judge!!

We hired Amy Gjelsvik to represent us after our daughter passed away on August 7, 2019 in a best interest case with regard to our granddaughter. We were the plaintiffs and our daughter's ex-husband was the defendant. She was absolutely AWESOME. We were in court numerous times, she filed all the ...necessary papers, she was always available for all our questions (there were so many), she is very caring, always approachable, and she knows the law!! and after 4 years, we did very well with our outcome! She always told us what would happen and with 3 different judges in this case, she said we had the best results that we could have in this regard!! We respect her advice, her knowledge of family law, and we always feel better after talking any problems over with her. We would recommend Amy to EVERYONE!! She is AWESOME!! She represents the best of the best in family law!

Posted by Bonnie | November 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Attorney - knows her practice area and the court

I consulted with Amy for a divorce case. Amy was ethical, responsive, knowledgeable and honest. Amy gave me her frank opinion and really helped me navigate the divorce process.

Posted by James | May 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Attorney around

I used Amy for my divorce back in 2009. I would never use anyone else. She was professional, she was so nice, and she was incredible in the court room!!! If you are in need of an attorney that you can trust, and will get the best representation you would want to only use Amy!!

Posted by Pamela | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Trustworthy & Professional

Amy Gjelsvik is a wonderful attorney and I am so happy to have hired her. I recommend her highly whether you are a man or woman -- she is non-biased, objective and incredibly smart. She helped me throughout my entire divorce proceedings and provided not only the excellent legal advice and documenta...tion that I needed, but also took the time to explain it all. I felt very informed and up to date with everything. She was kind and professional at a time in my life when I was emotionally fragile and needed solid advice. Her understanding of the social dynamics that occur during such sad legal proceedings was on pointe and for that I am truly grateful. I was so impressed and pleased with how she handled my case that I used her legal services for some subsequent issues, specifically changes to my will. Look no further if you need a great lawyer!

Posted by Jen | October 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly Recommend Amy Gjelsvik!

Amy has been my lawyer for the past 16 years and this will continue for the rest of my life. She is ethical and reliable with very fast response time. One of her biggest assets is the ability to make her clients feel very comfortable in all legal matters and situations. Her method is to be very respo...nsive, while presenting the best and most honest scenarios, enabling her clients to be well informed but also at ease. She does this with the up-most professionalism, but also with genuine compassion. She has always prioritized my daughter in her legal advice, considering the best interests of my daughter first and foremost. This has enabled my daughter to become an adult knowing she has always been in safe hands on all legal matters. I am blessed that Amy is my lawyer. Without her advice and support, I am not sure how I would have gotten through some very vulnerable and difficult situations. She has made my life better and I highly recommend her when considering a lawyer.

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Amy Frances Gjelsvik's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melissa Ruvolo

Family lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working with Amy, who was representing her client on a mediation matter. I was the mediator. Amy was able to find the perfect balance of advocating for her client while also focusing on resolving the case in a manner that was in her client's best interests. She is an excellent listener. She appreciates the emotional toll the process can have on a client and is very patient and understanding. She is open-minded and creative. Any client or attorney would be privileged to work with her."

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Robyn Ross

Family lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Laura Ruvolo Lipp

Family lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Amy was my adversary in an extremely difficult and complicated custody case. She advocated zealously for her client and was clearly a highly skilled attorney. Yet, she was a pleasure to work with as an adversary."

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Dina Mikulka

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is an excellent attorney and a strong advocate for her clients."

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Todd Hooker

Family lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had several cases with Amy, and she always displays a high degree of professionalism and is a strong advocate for her clients."

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Lauren McFadden

Family lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Gjelsvik is one of the finest family law attorneys in our area. She is professional, diligent and compassionate. I frequently refer my own clients, friends and family to her. She is a true asset to our legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2014

Professional Lawyer of the Year Award, New Jersey Commission on Professionalism

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2013

SuperLawyers, Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

SuperLawyers, Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

20 Under 40 Making a Difference, The New Jersey Herald

2010

2010 Attorney of the Year, Project Self-Sufficiency

2009

Mosaic Award, Project Self-Sufficiency

2006

Equal Justice Medal, Legal Services of New Jersey

2005

Community Service Award, Domestic Abuse Services Inc.

2002

Community Service and Support Award, Domestic Abuse Services Inc.

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, Paris P. Eliades Law Firm, LLC

2006 - 2015

Partner, Daggett, Kraemer & Gjelsvik

2000 - 2006

Partner, Albino and Gjelsvik, LLC

1999 - 2000

Family Part Law Clerk, Superior Court of New Jersey

Associations

2014 - Present

National Association of Professional Women

member

2013 - Present

Sussex County Bar Association

Immediate Past President

2007 - Present

District XB Ethics Committee

Committee Investigator

New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

Sussex County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Member

2012 - 2013

Sussex County Bar Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Will not list for clients' privacy concerns

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Education

1999

Widener University School of Law, Harrisburg PA

Juris Doctor

1996

Richard Stockton College of New Jersey

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

How to try a Matrimonial Case

divorce

2008

Child Support

child support

2006

Pro Se Divorce Workshop

divorce

2006

Alimony, Child Support and Custody

child support

Languages

English

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