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also known as Joy A. Pearson-Schneck
We handle most family-related matters involving divorce, child support, custody, domestic violence, grandparent visitation, alimony, prenuptial agreements, and modifications of existing Agreements based upon changed circumstances. We now offer mediation for all divorce and family-related issues statewide. We also handle employment matters, sexual harassment, unemployment claims, employment discrimination and immigration issues with care and personal attention. We attempt to respond to all telephone calls within 24 hours. We also provide a FREE INITIAL TELEPHONE AND VIRTUAL CONSULTATIONS!
Our firm represents clients throughout the State of New Jersey, including, Atlantic County, Bergen County, Burlington County, Camden County, Cape May County, Cumberland County, Essex County, Gloucester County, Hudson County, Hunterdon County, Mercer County, Middlesex County, Monmouth County, Morris County, Ocean County, Passaic County, Salem County, Somerset County, Sussex County, Union County, and Warren County.
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20000 Horizon Way, Suite 500, Mount Laurel, NJ, 08054
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Posted by judith | April 08, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
UNDENIABLY THE BEST DIVORCE ATTORNEY
This in an honest opinion, based on my personal experience. I was in a very vulnerable position and needed to make the absolute correct choice the first time; so, I did a full research of the options of lawyers in my area. I interviewed several of the big-name lawyers; Except for Mrs. Pearson, ...
Thank you so much for this tremendous review!
Posted by chris | March 07, 2016
simple answer 2 simple question
Quick to reply, very pleasant demeanor, doesn't appear to be like the typical corrupt , lazy, lawyer. She sounds like she may actually pay attention and do something for the money. I will take a chance with her if I ever am cursed to the point of needing a NJ lawyer again .
Posted by Lou | August 22, 2014 | Family
Joy Pearson is an EXCEPTIONAL Attorney
Joy is a pleasure to work with; strategic, intelligent, thoughtful, professional, and caring. I am very pleased with the settlement outcome and the process she employed to secure exceptional results on our behalf. She is "client first", communicative, smart and effective. I would recommend her wit...
"I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. Ms. Pearson strikes a balance between aggressively advocating on behalf of her clients while also being a true pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Pearson was a courteous yet aggressive advocate for her client on an extremely difficult matter. She was a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joy is a fantastic lawyer and a leader in her field. I regularly refer clients to her without hesitation and have referred family members to Joy as well."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Pearson and I have worked closely together on several cases. I have had the pleasure of assisting some of her clients in dealing with the financial fallout of family matters and in every case Ms. Pearson was professional, responsive, knowledgeable and extremely caring for her client's well-being. I routinely refer clients to her because of the profound trust I have in her legal abilities, her professional demeanor and her kind compassion for her client's position."
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2022
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Best of Divorce & Matrimonial, Suburban Family Magazine
2014
Awesome Attorney, South Jersey Magazine
2014
Top Contributor, Avvo
2013
Awesome Attorney, South Jersey Magazine
2012
Awesome Attorney -- Family Law, South Jersey Magazine
2011
Awesome Attorney, South Jersey Magazine
2010
Awesome Attorney, South Jersey Magazine
2009
Awesome Attorney, South Jersey Magazine
2003 - Present
Partner, Berg & Pearson, P.C.
2015 - 2015
Adjunct Professor, Temple University School Of Law
2001 - 2003
Associate, AHS
2011 - Present
NOVAMember
2010 - Present
District IV Ethics CommitteeMember
2008 - Present
Mercer County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Gloucester CountyMESP Panelist
2003 - Present
Gloucester County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Camden County Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2007
Family Inns of CourtMember
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Plaintiff
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BS - Bachelor of Science
2010
Lawyering & Mothering in Legal Industry
2019
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2014
English
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