Diana N Fredericks

Diana N Fredericks

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Annandale, NJ
Practice Areas: Family

1318 Route 31, Annandale, NJ

About Diana

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Family 100%

Includes, divorce, temporary support, alimony, separation, custody, parenting time, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, and all issues part of divorce as well as post-divorce issues of college, support, emancipation, cohabitation, prenuptial agreements, grandparent visitation, cohabitation, etc.

19 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 390-390 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 18 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2007

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 18 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Diana N Fredericks

1318 Route 31, Annandale, NJ, 08801

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Diana N Fredericks's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

Posted by Tina | February 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Diana is AMAZING!

Diana is AMAZING! I was referred to Diana Fredericks as the attorney for my divorce. At first I wasn’t going to hire an attorney, but then I met with Diana. I felt comfortable with her from the very first time we met. I had no idea what to expect. She took the time to make sure I understood everythin...g that I was entitled to. I am not one to fight for what I deserve and I am extremely happy I had Diana on my side to make sure the whole process was fair. She definitely had my best interest in mind throughout the entire process. Diana kept me up to date through email and or phones calls. I never had to sit and wonder what was going happening next. She was on top of things. I would highly recommend her to anyone going through such a difficult process. She is extremely knowledgeable, and highly skilled divorce attorney. Even my husband said, SHE IS GOOD!

Posted by Laura | November 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Adoption

I highly recommend Attorney Fredericks for anyone navigating the adoption process. From start to finish, she was incredibly professional, diligent, and sensitive to our family's needs. She took the time to thoroughly explain every step of the process, making sure we understood what to expect along ...the way. Her responsiveness and attentiveness made us feel supported and confident throughout. She truly walked us through the entire journey, providing clarity and guidance at every turn. We are so grateful for her expertise and compassionate approach.

Posted by anonymous | September 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

LC

I ran up every credit card and gave her every penny I had. Paid her over $12000 assuming we were in it until the end. I was wrong. A couple of months in, she demanded more money. I explained I had given her. all I had & could I please pay her off monthly? She was not having it. She dropped me and I ...had to go through my divorce without representation. I was completely taken advantage of my husband and his attorney. Left broke and without a lawyer. Three years later, and I am still suffering the consequences of what she did to me. My ex husband is still laughing . STAY AWAY FROM THIS LAWYER! PS I am leaving an anonymous review because when anyone leaves a bad review, she attacks them publicly, hence the reason there aren’t many bad reviews.

Diana Fredericks

Replied last September 16, 2024

It is very disappointing and candidly sad to read this review as I pride myself in my professionalism, communication with clients, and candor. I also very much appreciate that the divorce process can be very expensive. I try very hard to give my clients great advice while also the autonomy to make their own decisions about their lives and families while giving them realistic expectations and particularly the cost/benefit of the divorce process/options. There are some clients that are not prepared for the process, despite referrals to experts, like therapists, as your divorce attorney is not usually a mental health professional. I wish this client had reached out to me directly to discuss their concerns, rather than wait so many years to do so in a public forum. I empathize with this person and am very sorry to learn of their experiences. That being said, because this is anonymous, I do not know this person from this post, do not recall these allegations and therefore cannot be more specific in my response. Waiting many years to respond and doing so in this forum is concerning for various reasons but I wish I had an opportunity to speak with this person directly, and address the questions and concerns raised in their review. In 18 years of practicing family law, I appreciate the delicacy that entails and that not every client will be satisfied, no matter what the outcome, however, I take great pride in my work/advocacy and the remaining reviews on this, and other sites demonstrates that this is not usual. I truly wish this person the very best and welcome them to contact me directly to discuss their concerns and suggest that would have been a far better approach in the first instance, so many years ago. I appreciate sometimes it is easier to say things anonymously and blame others; we have all probably been guilty of doing so at one time or another. However, I also appreciate the unfairness of this approach, particularly as this is one person's perspective of what appears to be an unfortunate situation and again, I wish I knew who this was so I could better respond in the past, present and in the future.

Posted by anonymous | June 3, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mrs. R

Found out AFTER the fact that she was friends with, and had worked with, my ex ‘s lawyer. She told me she didn’t know him. Ran up the bill, and then dropped me after maxing out my credit card.

Diana Fredericks

Replied last June 4, 2024

Dear "Mrs. R.", because you have chose to remain anonymous, I am not familiar with this matter nor the facts you allege. As you can see from my online profile here and on other sites, I take my professional reputation seriously and do my best for all of my clients. I certainly apologize for your experience, if true and accurate, although I have no information about you or what is alleged. Again, I am sorry for your negative experience, and would be more than happy to discuss with you these misperceptions. Please feel free to call me at the office to discuss as again, I do not know who you are nor am I aware of a situation having occurred as described. I wish you the very best.

Posted by Rob | August 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Bad outcome

I was handed to Dianna from Bill Goodwin halfway through my divorce case which was very contentious and damaging to my kids. Mr. Goodwin wrote a settlement agreement which left me no protection from an ex-wife who alienated my daughter from me and my entire extended family, and left me bare to being... treated like an inhuman college wallet, and zero input to my daughter's college choices. Unfortunately my daughter suffered and I just learned failed out of her university after 2 years. At times I felt that Diana's (and Bill's) professional relationship with opposing attorney was more important to them than providing zealous representation for me! Indeed I now see that Diana provided a glowing endorsement of the opposing attorney on AVVO during my case! My ex-wife's attorney, on the other hand, was outstanding; she zealously represented her client at all times. She insulted me nearly constantly, with barely a response from Bill or Diana. In fact, during one of our telephone conferences I became upset with the pleasantries that were being exchanged between opposing lawyers, to which Bill asked me, "don't you have colleagues?" Basically, I think Diana did the best she could with the poor settlement agreement drafted and misrepresented to me by Bill Goodwin. On balance, I think Dianna is a competent attorney, smart and articulate. The only criticism and suggestion would be to keep the professional attorney vs. attorney relationship secondary to zealous representation of your own client. The opposing attorney in my case did a much better job in this regard. I like Diana and wish her well!

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Diana N Fredericks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Michael DeTommaso

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Diana is a consummate professional and zealous advocate. She is always prepared. I have had opposing cases with her as well as mediated cases for her. I highly recommend Diana and endorse her. She is highly competent."

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Todd Bolig

Family lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend Diana without reservation, not only for her outstanding abilities and knowledge as a family-law practitioner, but also for her over-riding mindset to always obtain the best results possible for her clients in the most direct and efficient manner possible."

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Kasia Zielinski

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Diana is an excellent attorney. She is very practical and seeks to effectively and fairly resolve a case. She is also a very capable litigator, knowledgeable in the the law and effective in her approach. She's an excellent attorney!"

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Blake Rush

Family lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Diana. She is an extremely knowledgeable and skilled family law attorney who is highly respected by both Judges and her peers. Diana is a zealous advocate and has excellent problem-solving skills in reaching favorable results for her clients."

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William Goodwin

Family lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Diana began working for me 7 years ago. I suspected she'd be a talented lawyer based on the top flight clerkship she had completed with Judge Thomas H. Dilts. She has not disappointed. Her knowledge of the law is first rate as are her writing and analytical skills. What sets her apart from many of her peers is her ability to guide clients through such a difficult time in their lives with maturity far beyond her years and an innate professionalism. I am fortunate to have her on our team."

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Adam Eisenhut

Family lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Diana is an outstanding attorney. She is a strong advocate for her clients but is also extremely conscientious and cost effective. She is also a very effective mediator who is able to propose thoughtful solutions to difficult problems."

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Amanda Reese Nuriddin

Unknown lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lisa Stein-Browning

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Diana. She is an extremely knowledgeable and intelligent matrimonial attorney. She is a kind, caring professional. I would be happy to have another case with her in the future."

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Sarah Eaton

Family lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Diana is an experienced and dedicated attorney who is respected by judges and admired by her peers. She maintains reasoanble positions as an adversary while simultaneously acting as a strong advocate for her clients. I have and will continue to recommend Diana as an attorney on any matrimonial or family law case."

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Samuel Stoia

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I strongly endorse this attorney. Diana, is a knowledgeable, fair minded, tenacious advocate. She has good listening and problem solving skills which are integral to good legal representation."

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Donna Legband

Family lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse highly endorse this lawyer. She is an experienced lawyer who is well versed in the law."

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Rajeh Saadeh

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Diana is an outstanding attorney who provides top-notch representation to her clients. If the case is in a litigious posture, Diana has the skills, passion, and work ethic to serve as a vigorous advocate. If the case is instead leaning toward settlement, Diana has the patience, training, and experience to obtain a favorable deal for her client. All the while, and no matter what direction the case is heading, Diana remains open and available to her clients through their trying times and helps them through as a compassionate and true professional should. I fully and unequivocally endorse Diana."

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Christina Previte

Family lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work with Diana Fredericks on numerous occasions. I find her to be a zealous advocate, knowledgeable in the law, and practical in settling cases where possible. She is an exceptional attorney and I would not hesitate to refer a friend or family member to her."

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Rosanne Detorres

Family lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Diana is a great advocate for her clients. She is knowledgeable and creative in her approach to legal problems."

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Rosalyn Metzger

Family lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Diana is a consummate professional with an extensive knowledge of all family-related issues. Not only is she a family litigator, but she appreciates the benefits of alternate dispute resolution, and utilizes ADR as a means to help her clients successfully resolve their differences in a cost-effective manner. It is a privilege to recommend Diana!"

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Georgia Fraser

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Michael DeTommaso

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Blake Rush

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Daniel Tune

Family lawyer

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Adam Eisenhut

Family lawyer

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Family lawyer

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Sarah Eaton

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Samuel Stoia

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Rising Star - Family Law, New Jersey Super Lawyers

2016

10 Best Under 40 -3 Years Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

2015 New Leaders to the Bar, New Jersey Law Journal

2016

Certified Matrimonial Attorney, Supreme Court State of New Jersey

2014

Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 In New Jersey, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Partner, Gebhardt & Kiefer

2015 - 2019

Adjunct Professor Paralegal Studies, Raritan Valley Community College

2007 - 2008

Deputy Attorney General, Office Of The Attorney General State Of New Jersey

2006 - 2007

Law Clerk for the Hon. Thomas H. Dilts, P.J.F.P. (Ret), Superior Court Of New Jersey Somerset County

Associations

2008 - Present

Hunterdon County Bar Association, Family Practice Committee

Member

2008 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Family Law Section

2016 - 2017

Hunterdon County Bar Association

Past President

2016 - 2021

New Jersey State Bar Assoc.

Trustee

2013 - 2015

Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce

Women in Business Board Member

2012 - 2014

Anderson House

Gala Committee

2012 - 2013

Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce

2013 Leadership Class

2011 - 2014

Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals

Founding Member

2009 - 2020

Hunterdon County Bar Association

Chair Seminar Committee

2008 - 2021

New Jersey State Bar Association

Young Lawyers Division

Sample of Legal Cases

NJDYFS v. J.C.

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Education

2006

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

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Lehigh University

BA

Speaking Engagements

2016

Women Money and Power

Women Money and Power

2011

Divorce Workshop for Self-Represented Individuals

Divorce Workshop for Self-Represented Individuals

Publications

2015

www.gklegal.com Family Law Blog

2014

New Jersey Family Lawyer Vol. 34, No. 4/February 2014 Cohabitation

2008

DOCKET NO. A-0833-06T40833-06T4 APPELLATE DIVISION

Languages

English

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