Michele Elaine D'Onofrio

Michele Elaine D'Onofrio

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Family Lawyer at Basking Ridge, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Domestic Violence, Mediation

93 South Finley Avenue, Suite 117, Basking Ridge, NJ

About Michele

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Family 70%

Litigation of Divorce, Separation, Premarital Agreements, Domestic Violence, Support, Child Custody, Child Support, Equitable Distribution

70%
Mediation 10%

Family Law Cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 34 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Legband & D'Onofrio, LLC

93 South Finley Avenue, Suite 117, Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920

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Michele Elaine D'Onofrio's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Barbara | April 4, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ms

Michele is amazing!! She never let the ball drop with my case. She saw me thru the toughest time in my life with intelligence, perseverance, and always a bit of humor....which I needed from time to time. Michele also, beyond her attorney skills, has a great team that work behind the scenes and a... wonderful network of professionals that continue to be invaluable to me as I navigate the next phase of my life. Michele continued to be a point of contact as my 40 year marriage came apart with calm and persistent professionalism. I'm sorry that anyone would need the service of Michele, but if one does, you are in the best of hands. Thank you Michele!!

Posted by Anna | June 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend Great Attorney

Michele represented me for my divorce, review of child support and when my ex did not want to pay for college! Initially, she won a motion so my young children and I could remain in our home even so it was the only major asset we possessed. She also found a non-disclosed hidden asset, and won a mo...tion for payment of college tuition! Michele was always an advocate for my children and me. She possesses an immense knowledgeable of the law! I have recommended her in the past and will always recommend her!

Posted by anonymous | June 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very Professional

Michele was very knowledgeable and professional throughout my divorce. She explained every step of the process and was always there to answer any questions I had.

Posted by Jennifer | June 3, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer. Great person.

Michele has been my family law attorney for the past 8 years through a high conflict, extremely painful divorce/custody/support situation. She has become like family to me over these years. She and her staff have always treated me with dignity, respect and professionalism. Most importantly, they al...ways understood how deeply human and painful high conflict divorce can be and did everything possible to support me and my young children emotionally through our crisis. We made it to the other side stronger then ever. She fought for me like I was her own. I was awarded the desired custody and financial support against a substantial adversary. Her advocacy has allowed my children and I to move on in peace. I am grateful for her representation and am only too happy to give her the highest endorsement.

Posted by anonymous | June 2, 2020 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Highly Recommend

I consulted with Michele on a family matter involving child support. She was extremely knowledgeable and professional. My questions and concerns were answered promptly and to my satisfaction. I would highly recommend Michele.

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Michele Elaine D'Onofrio's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel Cohen

Real estate lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. We work together frequently. She does a great job for her clients."

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Joel Cohen

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top Attorney, NJ Monthly

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Professional Lawyer of the Year Award, Somerset County Bar Association

2014

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Publisher's Front Page Award, Best Family Law Attorney, Italian Tribune

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Shimalla, Wechsler, Lepp & D'Onofrio, LLP

2008 - 2012

Partner, Flanzbaum & Cohen

2002 - 2007

Municipal Prosecutor, Warren Township

2001 - 2008

Partner, DiFrancesco, Bateman, Yospin, Kunzman, Davis & Lehrer, P.C.

Associations

2014 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Executive Committee Member

2001 - Present

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

2001 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

1997 - Present

Somerset County Bar Association

Early Settlement Panelist

1994 - Present

Somerset County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Former Co-Chair, present member

2016 - 2018

Somerset County Bar Association

President

2015 - 2016

Somerset County Bar Association, Law Day Committee

Chair

2007 - 2014

Central NJ Family Law Inns of Court

Co-Chair

1995 - 1996

William J. Brennan Inns of Court

Graduate

Sample of Legal Cases

MacKinnon v MacKinnon, 191 NJ 240, 2007

Addressed concerns in international custody and relocation of a parent to a foreign country

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Education

2008

Jersey Shore Collaborative Law Group

Family Law Collaborative Training

2007

NJ Institute for continuing Legal Education

Mediation Training

1991

Rutgers University

J.D.

1986

Caldwell College

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2013

Family Law Section

Hot Tips in Family Law

2012

Family Law Section

Hot Tips in Family Law

2010

Family Law Summer Institute

Jurisdiction in Custody and Divorc e

Publications

2012

New Jersey Family Lawyer The Enforcement of Agreements Reached in Mediation Post Harrington

Languages

English

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