John E Clancy

John E Clancy

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Whippany, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation ... +2 more

100 South Jefferson Road, Suite 200, Whippany, NJ

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 18 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2007

Active

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Location

Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark, L.L.C.

100 South Jefferson Road, Suite 200, Whippany, NJ, 07981

Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark, LLC

21 Main Street, Suite 207, Hackensack, NJ, 07601

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John E Clancy's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | September 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent divorce attorney who truly cares

John was great to work with during my divorce. He’s professional, caring, and truly interested in helping his clients get through a tough process. Divorce can be overwhelming and emotional, and he gave me clear guidance every step of the way. I also appreciated that he was upfront and fair about b...illing. While the divorce ended up costing more than I expected, I never felt like he misled me or did anything wrong. Divorce is complicated, and John always handled things with honesty and professionalism. He really understands what clients go through in these situations and helps make the process easier to manage. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs a strong, supportive divorce attorney.

Posted by anonymous | August 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Smooth divorce in spite of COVID and other hurdles.

Starting with an amicable divorce helps, but having hired John E. Clancy, Esq. of the law firm of Townsend, Tomaio and Newmark (TTNLAW) was the best thing to deal with the numerous unforeseen difficulties such as COVID, and the sale of a home in Florida, and assets, and taxes, and…at every turn when ...yet another unexpected problem arose, John and the team at TTNLAW always took my calls or immediately responded with a return phone call or text message or email, even on weekends! John and the team at TTNLAW kept a bright light on for me navigating through a tough time. I was made to feel I always had a professional working to take care of my needs and that it was equally important to them. I got to them via a referral and I would gladly refer them to anyone who may need legal assistance.

Posted by Adam | February 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very highly recommend!!!!

John was wonderful to work with. He was so easy to reach, and would send me whatever came across his desk the second he got it. Divorce is such a stressful process, but John was always very calming. Through Mr. Clancy’s advice and guidance, my ex wife and I were about to get through our divorce proce...ss pretty quickly and smoothly. I would highly recommend John if you need representation you can rely on and years of knowledge and experience.

Posted by Mark | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honest Dependable Attorney

John was well prepared for all meetings. He is very knowledgeable and offered excellent suggestions. Hourly rates are reasonable given his experience and quality. I would definitely recommend.

Posted by Jim | July 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Attorney!

John represented me in my recent divorce case and he did an exceptional job. Along with being an excellent negotiator, John is both ethical and confident. Most importantly, I felt he was always straightforward with me. Facing the unknowns and uncertainties associated with divorce, I found his cand...or helped make a very stressful time more manageable. I value his counsel and would not hesitate to recommend him to others seeking or facing divorce.

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John E Clancy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Luther Jones

Family lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John is effective and intelligent - a worthy adversary and a good person all at the same time."

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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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Samuel Stoia

Family lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nancy Berman

Family lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know John to be a very knowledgeable and extremely competent family law practitioner. I endorse this lawyer."

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Marc Brown

Family lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had two matters with John over the last few years and find him to have a great understanding of the law and more importantly, the ability to apply it in a practical and reasonable manner."

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Robyn Ross

Family lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Laurie Newmark

Family lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Approved Mediator (Family Law) R. 1:40-12, New Jersey

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2006

Marshall Brennan Fellow, Rutgers Law School

2003

Phi Beta Kappa, Rutgers University

N/A

Rising Star, Super Lawyers, *No aspect of this advertisement approved by Supreme Court of NJ. For selection criteria, please visit superlawyers.com

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Partner, Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark, L.L.C

2007 - 2008

Associate Attorney, Daggett, Kraemer, Eliades, Kovach & Ursin

2006 - 2007

Judicial Law Clerk to Hon. James L. Pfeiffer & Amy O'Connor, Superior Court of New Jersey, Warren County, Family Division

2005 - 2005

Intern, Hon. Mary Eva Colalillo, J.S.C. (Civil Division)

Associations

2009 - Present

Jersey Battered Women's Service

Volunteer Attorney

2008 - Present

Morris County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Barry I. Croland Family Law Inns of Court

Member

2007 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Family Law Section

2016 - 2019

Townhome Board of Directors

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Jordana Elrom v. Elad Elrom

Partial Remand as to Child-Care & Extra-Curricular Expenses

Major v. Maguire N/K/A Di Liberto

Trial Court Denial Reversed and Remanded

Jihad Slim v. Lina Slim

Reduction of Alimony Upheld

Diana Menzel v. John Davis, Jr.

Modification of Parenting Time Upheld

B.G. v. L.H., 450 NJ Super 438 (Ch. Div. 2017)

Jurisdiction maintained in NJ

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Education

2006

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Law - Camden

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Rutgers University

BA, Cum Laude

Speaking Engagements

2018

News 12 NJ Child Support

2014

The Intersection of Real Estate and Family Law

Family Law

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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