AllynMarie Smedley, founder of Smedley Law Group, is a strong advocate for her clients. Her guiding philosophy is that working toward a practical solution to a family law issue is far better for a client and their family emotionally and financially than protracted litigation.
One of South Jersey's leading matrimonial lawyers, Ali Smedley, Esq., has focused her practice solely in the area of family law, including divorce, pre- and post-marital agreements, support and alimony, child support and custody, college contribution matters, spousal support, grandparent visitation, equitable distribution, paternity determinations, parenting time, domestic violence, non-traditional family law, settlemet negotiations, wills and adoptions. She also handles family law matters requiring Appellate Division Review.
Ms. Smedley joined Trace Jenkins in 2006 and became a partner in the firm in January 2014. She founded Smedley & Lis in October 2015 and launched the Smedley Law Group in December 2019. As a capable litigator and negotiator, she brings a new energy and vision to the firm, while still focusing on its core values of achieving realistic and practical outcomes for clients. Prior to joining Trace Jenkins in 2006, Ms. Smedley clerked for the Honorable Harold U. Johnson, Jr., P.J.F.P., Chancery Division, Family Part in Cumberland County where she received valuable training in the workings of the New Jersey Judiciary that continues to benefit her clients to this day.
Ms. Smedley has a strong commitment to her community, as demonstrated by her many charitable activities. In 2012, she founded the William T. Nace Scholarship Foundation, which provides college scholarships to high school seniors who show a financial need, an effort that was recognized in the October 2012 Super Women issue of South Jersey Magazine.
In addition, she sits on the board of directors for the Gateway Community Action Partnership, a community action agency that helps low- and moderate-income residents of seven South Jersey counties overcome roadblocks to self-sufficiency. Ms. Smedley also served as a co-coach for Delsea High School’s Mock Trial team for three years, working with students to develop their litigation skills in a mock trial setting. Currently Ms. Smedley is the president of the Gloucester County Bar Association, becoming the eighth female president in the Association’s history.
Practice areas
We handle parties going through a divorce at all stages of the litigation. This practice area could involve the issues of custody, support and equitable distribution.
16 years
Alimony can be negotiated in the context of a divorce but may need to change post-judgment due to increases or decreases in income, cohabitation or remarriage.
16 years
Custody and parenting time can be high-conflict matters. We have the experience to help resolve these issues in an effective manner.
16 years
If you are the victim of domestic violence, you have rights you may not be aware of. Speaking with one of our attorneys can bring you peace of mind.
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Child support is subject to many factors, increases or decreases in income, loss of employment, birth of a child or changes in alimony. You need to know your rights, speaking to us can provide you the direction you need to ensure you are paying or receiving the proper amount of support.
16 years
Languages spoken
English
Smedley Law Group
750 Cooper Street
Woodbury, NJ, 08096
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Inactive | 2005 | 07/01/2022 |
NJ | Active | 2005 | 05/25/2022 |
Legal answers | 3 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Best Lawyers for Families | New Jersey Family Magazine | 2020 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2019 |
Best Lawyers for Families | New Jersey Family Magazine | 2019 |
Top Attorney | SJ Magazine | 2019 |
Best Lawyers for Families | New Jersey Family Magazine | 2018 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2018 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2017 |
40 Under 40 | SNJ Business People | 2016 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2016 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2015 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2015 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2014 |
Top 20 Under 40 | SJ Biz | 2014 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2014 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2013 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2013 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2012 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2012 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2011 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2010 |
Awesome Attorney | South Jersey Magazine | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder/Owner | Smedley Law Group | 2019 - Present |
Partner | Smedley & Lis | 2015 - 2019 |
Partner | Trace Jenkins | 2006 - 2015 |
Law Clerk to Hon. Harold U. Johnson, Jr., J.S.C. | Superior Court of New Jersey, Family Part, Cumberland County | 2005 - 2006 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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William T. Nace Scholarship Foundation | President | 2012 - Present |
Gateway Community Action Partnership | Board of Directors | 2011 - Present |
Gloucester County Bar Association | Trustee | 2006 - Present |
Camden County Bar Association | 2006 - Present | |
Thomas R. Forkin Inn of Court | Barrister | 2006 - Present |
Gloucester County Bar Association | President | 2019 - 2020 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Glouceter County Woman | Importance of Knowing Your Financial Picture | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Widener University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2004 |
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1998 |
Lenape Regional High School | Diploma | 1994 |
Posted by maryanne
May 27, 2016
James Carter, Family Attorney on Jun 26, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Smedley provides top-notch representation for her clients.
Luke Griffith, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Apr 2, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Bruce Warren, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 1, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It is without hesitation that I endorse this lawyer. Ali's work ethic is surpassed only by her commitment to her clients.
Joy Pearson, Litigation Attorney on Aug 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
William Mackin, Family Attorney on Jul 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Ms. Smedley over a number of years on many matters. She has the integrity, intelligence and professional skill which make her a good lawyer - she also puts the best interests of her clients ahead of all other considerations, which makes her a great lawyer
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