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Biography
Going through a divorce is one of the most stressful times of your life.
Mr. Tomaio is certified by the Supreme Court on New Jersey as a matrimonial law attorney. He has also been included on the Super Lawyers list, published by Thomson Reuters, as seen in New Jersey Monthly Magazine in 2008-2011 and 2013-2020. The qualifications or requirements for being included on said list can be viewed at www.superlawyers.com. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.
Mr. Tomaio is the only New Jersey Divorce attorney to be approved and recommended by the New Jersey Firefighter’s Mutual Benevolent Association.
Mr. Tomaio routinely handles complicated divorces and has also been involved in a high profile divorce as seen on NBC’s Dateline. Mr. Tomaio represented Mr. Duncsack, for whom he fought and won primary custody of his two young children. Mr. Duncsack was murdered by his father-in-law, Ed Ates, shortly after a Judgment of Divorce was entered. Mr. Ates is currently sentenced to life in prison.
Mr. Tomaio has served as a panelist for the Morris County Matrimonial Early Settlement Panel Mediation Program and has been appointed as an expert, specifically as a Guardian Ad Litem, to protect the interests of minors during matrimonial litigation. He is also a member of the Executive Family Law Committee for the Morris County Bar Association and New Jersey State Bar Association. He has also lectured for the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education.
Mr. Tomaio is the author of Chapter 14, “Issues Surrounding Unmarried Cohabitants and Domestic Partners” in Skoloff & Cutler, New Jersey Family Law Practice, N.J.I.C.L.E, 13th Ed., 2006.
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Alimony
- Child Support
- Custody
- Parenting Time
- Domestic Violence
- Prenuptial Agreements
- Alimony and Child Support Modification
- Parental Aleination
Mr. Tomaio is Certified by the Supreme Court of N.J. as a Matrimonial Law Attorney and is approved by the Superior Court of N.J. as a Family Law Mediator.
Mr. Tomaio is Certified by the Supreme Court of N.J. as a Matrimonial Law Attorney and is approved by the Superior Court of N.J. as a Family Law Mediator.
Mr. Tomaio is Certified by the Supreme Court of N.J. as a Matrimonial Law Attorney and is approved by the Superior Court of N.J. as a Family Law Mediator.
Mr. Tomaio is Certified by the Supreme Court of N.J. as a Matrimonial Law Attorney and is approved by the Superior Court of N.J. as a Family Law Mediator.
Mr. Tomaio is Certified by the Supreme Court of N.J. as a Matrimonial Law Attorney and is approved by the Superior Court of N.J. as a Family Law Mediator.
Mr. Tomaio is Certified by the Supreme Court of N.J. as a Matrimonial Law Attorney and is approved by the Superior Court of N.J. as a Family Law Mediator.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Child Custody
20%
Child Support
20%
Divorce and Separation
20%
Family
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2026 2013
2019
Licenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 28 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Location
Townsend, Tomaio, Newmark & Clancy, LLC
(973) 539-0075
Fax
100 South Jefferson Road, Suite 200, Whippany, NJ, 07981
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Posted by Kim | February 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommended Family Law Attorney
I have known and worked with Dominic Tomaio for 15 years and have consistently been impressed with his professionalism and expertise. He and his team are highly knowledgeable in divorce and family law, strong negotiators, and well-equipped to handle complex matters. Dominic approaches every case w...
Posted by Ron | February 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A Top-Level Firm
I am happy to share that my experience working on my divorce with this firm was an overall positive experience - and that was all while going through … a divorce! From the first consultation forward, it was clear - and relieving - to feel that Townsend, Tomaio, Newmark, and Clancy was the right ch...
Posted by Sam | January 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
The Best Legal Team You Could Ask For
I cannot say enough good things about Dominic A. Tomaio and his firm. From my very first meeting, Dominic— the founding partner and a Certified Matrimonial Attorney — took the time to truly listen to my story and understand what I was going through. I never felt rushed or like just another case. He m...
Posted by anonymous | April 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Professional, great communication, wonderful experience
I hired Dominic to assist with what I suspected would be a highly contested divorce. He went out of his way to walk me through my specific situation and provided exemplary service as I navigated through my situation. After a time, my wife and I began counseling and Dominic was patient and supportiv...
Posted by Todd | March 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Dominic Tomaio-- Great lawyer; great support system.
I cannot recommend Dominic Tomaio highly enough as a divorce attorney. Going through a divorce is an emotionally devastating experience, and mine was particularly challenging due to my ex-partner's unwillingness to settle and move on. However, Dominic was a beacon of support and expertise throughout ...
Dominic Albert Tomaio's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had several contested divorce matters with Dominic. He is a very worthy adversary and zealous advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dominic is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients as well as his level of experience. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Dominic is an experienced and respected matrimonial and family law attorney, dedicated to his clients. He is willing and able to negotiate a favorable settlement but prepared and skilled to take an issue to trial when appropriate. He has an excellent reputation with adversaries and the Court."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer.I have found Dom to be professional in demeanor, always perpared, a zealous advocate, a worthy adversary and dedicated to his clients. My observations and endorsement of Dom, are a product of personal experience I have had with him in cases where he served as adverse counsel. In those cases, he always achieved a just and positive result for his client. I would have no hesitation in recommending Dom to anyone in need of family law represntation."
"Dominic is a diligent attorney who works with his clients to achieve a fantastic result for them. I would highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Dom is an excellent attorney and an expert in family law. He is responsive, caring and intelligent. Dom is a problem solver rather than a problem maker. I trust him and, as a result, referred my close relative to him. Dom quickly understood the complex family law issues and was able to settle the case prior to trial. I highly recommend Dom for any family law or divorce case."
"I've referred numerous clients to Dominic for family court matters and trust him immensely."
"Dominic is a thorough, aggressive and practical attorney to have on your side in any divorce or family law matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a skilled trial attorney and a thoughtful negotiator."
Carmela Novi
Family lawyer
Laurie Newmark
Divorce and separation lawyer
Shari Veisblatt
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
New Jersey Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, Family Law
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
New Jersey Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, Family Law
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
New Jersey Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, Family Law
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
New Jersey Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, Family Law
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
New Jersey Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, Family Law
2019
New Jersey Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, Family Law
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Certificate for Early Settlement Panelist, Morris Count Bar Association
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
New Jersey Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, Family Law
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
New Jersey Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters, Family Law
2013
Certificate for Early Settlment Panelist, Morris County Bar Association
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Certificate Early Settlement Panelist, Morris County Bar Association
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Certificate Early Settlement Panelist, Morris County Bar Association
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Certificate for Early Settlement Panelist, Morris County Bar Association
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2006
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark, LLC
1999 - 2009
Partner, Cutler, Simeone, Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark, LLC
Associations
1999 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1999 - Present
Morris County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeMember
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1997 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Essex County Bar Association, Family Law CommitteeMember
Supreme Court of N.J.
Certified Matrimonial Law Attorney
Superior Court of N.J.
Approved Family Law Mediator
1998 - 2013
Superior Court of New JerseyAppointed as Expert & Guardian Ad Litem
1996 - 2000
Family Law American Inn of CourtMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Duncsak v. Duncsak
Mr. Tomaio Was able to win primary custody of Mr. Duncsak's children for Mr. Duncsak. Subsequently, Mr. Duncsak was murdered by his father in law. DateLine on NBC did an expose on the matter.
O'Donnel v. Diel
Partner ordered to pay palimony.
Education
2000
American Trial Lawyers Association
Matrimonial Trial Camp
1996
Seton Hall University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Montclair State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Seminar Montville Public Library
Divorce 101
2000
Do's and Dont's of representing clients
Professionalism
Publications
2006
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Issues Surrounding Unmarried Cohabitants & Domestic Partners, Skoloff & Cutler New Jersey Family Law Practice
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Dominic earned significant contribution points in 2019.
Legal Answers
Q&A
How do I enforce court ordered visitation ?
29 Jun 2022
Q&A
If I am not on the birth certificate do I still have to pay child support ?
19 Feb 2022
Q&A
I never signed my child’s birth certificate and I wanted to know do I have any legal rights or visitation rights??
19 Feb 2022