$ 250-380 per hour
Matthew Podolnick
About Matthew
Biography
Matthew Podolnick is a shareholder of the Firm. He concentrates his practice in the areas of divorce and family law.
Mr. Podolnick offers his family law clients a blend of legal knowledge, business sense, compassion, and tenacity. Because of these notable skills, Mr. Podolnick can help clients through the emotional and financial burdens that come with family problems.
Mr. Podolnick's expertise covers all aspects of divorce and family law, including:
- Pre-divorce advice and guidance, to help clients understand their rights and options.
- Divorce and separation: asset protection, alimony, child support, custody, and visitation.
- Post-divorce matters: adjusting alimony and child support payments due to changed circumstances; enforcing property settlement agreements and other court orders; changing parenting schedules; relocating/moving within or out of state.
- Civil unions.
- Domestic violence.
- Guardianship and adoption.
- Palimony.
- Grandparents' rights.
- Structuring, negotiating, and drafting pre-nuptial agreements and co-habitation agreements.
Mr. Podolnick's blended skills derive from considerable knowledge outside family law.
- Mr. Podolnick is a seasoned and active commercial litigator, with particular expertise in dissolving medical practices, commercial collection, and construction law.
- Before attending law school, Mr. Podolnick gained considerable business knowledge by working in the corporate offices of Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, Michigan.
- After law school, Mr. Podolnick served as Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable George L. Seltzer, Superior Court of New Jersey Law Division, Atlantic County.
Because of this broad knowledge base, Mr. Podolnick brings added value to his clients in general and to his family law clients in particular.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 31 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Sherman Silverstein
308 Harper Drive, Suite 200, Moorestown, NJ, 08057
Law Offices of Matthew Podolnick
11 Bala Ave, Merion Station, PA, 19004
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Matthew Podolnick's Reviews
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Matthew Podolnick's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Some divorce lawyers will battle over every little issue and then hand their clients a bill to cover their time. Matt is a different. He actually cares about his clients and helps them to understand when it will not be worth their while to fight over petty matters. He can help you focus on the big picture and keep your legal bills reasonable."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"In all my years of practice, I rarely have seen an attorney who has more care for his clients' cases as does Matt. He truly "lives" his cases, and handles them with exceptional judgment, diligence and professionalism. And above all, he a real mensch, always willing to take a stand and be heard, while at the same time knowing when to listen. I endorse Matt without quaification."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt is an attorney and community leader who is passionate about the practice of law and the representation of each client. Matt's profession and personal life is guided by integrity, strong moral values and an ongoing desire to help others. Matt exemplifies the lawyer and advocate that I would want in my corner in a time of need. Allan Meltzer, Esq."
"I have know Matt for many years and been on the opposite side of several cases from him. He is a hands on attorney and a strong and effective advocate for his clients. More importantly, he knows how to work with other attorneys and with the court to resolve disputes."
"Matt is a very conscientious, talented and compassionate attorney. The focus that he places on his clients and cases, and his legal acumen is greatly admired by many of us in the legal community. Both his clients and peers benefit from his skills."
"I have been familiar with Matthew Podolnick and his law firm for many years. As a fellow lawyer in the same local community, I can personally attest that Matt enjoys an excellent reputation with his clients and legal colleagues. He is known for being a zealous advocate, always well-prepared, and sensitive to the needs of his clients. I am pleased to endorse this lawyer's work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have found him to be a practical, solution-oriented lawyer, and a pleasure to work with on an otherwise very challenging case. He has an impeccable character, and I trust him implicitely. I hope to have more cases with him in the future."
"I proudly endorse Matt's work. He has a tremendous amount of integrity, knowledge, and goes the extra mile to aid in the welfare of his client's and their children. I have personally referred friends of mine to Matt and each have had nothing but glowing acknowledgements of his professionalism and access, even after hours and on weekends. As anyone who practices in the family law arena knows, not all child custody and divorce issues occur between the hours of 9 and 5. Matt makes himself available to his clients and professionals whenever his services or guidance is required. Any litigant will be in good hands in using Matt Podolnick."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Best Family Law Attorney, South Jersey Magazine
2012
Top Attorney for Divorce Mediation, NJ Magazine
2010
Divorce Mediation Training Certificate, Rutgers School of Law, Rutgers–Camden Mediation Center in New Jersey
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Arbitrator, District IIIB Fee Arbitration Committee - Burlington County Bar Association
1998 - Present
Attorney, Sherman Silverstein Kohl Rose & Podolsky, P.A.
2012 - 2012
Managing Mediator, Atlantic and Cape May County Offices of South Jersey Mediation
Associations
2010 - Present
New Jersey Association for Justice
2006 - Present
Thomas S. Forkin Family Law American Inn of CourtBarrister
1998 - Present
Camden County Bar Association
1994 - Present
New Jersey Bar Association
No Value
2016 - 2018
New Jersey Bar AssociationExecutive Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
Anonymous
Successfully defended against palimony claim.
Donaldson v. Donaldson
After five day trial, successfully obtained a judgment wherein the court determined that all properties are subject to equitable distribution, including those purchased prior to the marriage. Also obtained substantial attorneys fees for client.
Education
1993
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Syracuse University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Seminar
Planning For the Future: Estate Planning, Life Insurance Trusts, Guardians for Children for the Matrimonial client
2012
Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Effective Cross Examinations in Court
2010
Thomas S. Forkin Family Law American Inn of Court
Civil Unions and Domestic Partnerships
2009
Thomas S. Forkin Family Law American Inn of Court
Palimony
2008
Thomas S. Forkin Family Law American Inn of Court
Parental Alienation
2007
Thomas S. Forkin Family Law American Inn of Court
Equitable Distribution
Publications
2015
The Legal Intelligencer
Suing for Damages in Cases of Adultery
2012
The Legal Intelligencer
Litigation In Divorce Requires Attorney-Accountant Interplay
2009
Sherman Silverstein Blog
The Sword And The Restraining Order
2008
Sherman Silverstein Blog
Palimony: Live Free or Die - But Just Don't Live Together
2006
The Rag
Strong Divorce and Family Law Representation
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides