John E Clancy
About John
Biography
I am a partner at the firm and a NJ Supreme Court Certified Matrimonial Law Attorney.
I provide legal representation for all family law issues, which can be resolved through negotiation, mediation or trial. My approach is personalized to my client, each of whom has a different need depending on the issues, the spouse/other litigant and the opposing lawyer.
Divorce
Pre-Nuptial Agreements
Appeals
Domestic Violence/Restraining Orders
Dissolution of Civil Unions/Domestic Partnerships
Post-Divorce ("Post-Judgment") Modifications of Custody, Parenting Time and Alimony/Child Support
Palimony
Custody, Parenting Time & Child Support in "Non-Dissolution" matters (unmarried couples with child(ren))
Grandparent Visitation
Same Sex Marriage (pre-nuptial agreements and other related issues)
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 18 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Townsend, Tomaio, Newmark & Clancy, L.L.C.
100 South Jefferson Road, Suite 200, Whippany, NJ, 07981
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John E Clancy's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
16 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Family
Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2015 | Family
Excellent Service!
It was my first time consulting with a matrimonial law lawyer and my experience with Mr. Clancy from my first visit was one of confidence. He answered all my questions and addressed all my concerns clearly and concisely. He also brought to my attention, from his expertise, pertinent details about my...
John E Clancy's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. John is effective and intelligent - a worthy adversary and a good person all at the same time."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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"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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Experience
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
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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 ServiceVolunteer Attorney
2008 - Present
Morris County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Barry I. Croland Family Law Inns of CourtMember
2007 - Present
New Jersey State Bar AssociationFamily Law Section
2016 - 2019
Townhome Board of DirectorsMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Partial Remand as to Child-Care & Extra-Curricular Expenses
Trial Court Denial Reversed and Remanded
Reduction of Alimony Upheld
Modification of Parenting Time Upheld
Jurisdiction maintained in NJ
Education
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
BA, Cum Laude
Speaking Engagements
2018
2014
Family Law
Publications
2013
2013
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers