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Jessica S. Swenson focuses her practice on all aspects of family and matrimonial law, including divorce litigation, mediation and arbitration, custody and parenting time issues, alimony and child support, separation and property settlement agreements, prenuptial agreements, and domestic violence.
Jessica has been practicing law for approximately sixteen years and has extensive family court litigation experience. She is a trained mediator and a NJ Judiciary approved parenting coordinator. Prior to joining Gebhardt & Kiefer as a Partner in 2024, Jessica was a Partner and Chair of the Family Law Department at an Essex County law firm.
Jessica received her J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law, and her B.A. degree in Criminal Justice from Rutgers University. After receiving her law degree, Jessica served as a clerk to Honorable Michael K. Diamond and Honorable George E. Sabbath in the Superior Court of New Jersey. She completed mediation training through the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education and is also designated to mediate matters assigned to the Domestic Violence Pilot Program. Jessica also completed the Basic Interdisciplinary Collaborative Family Law Training program. She is admitted to the New Jersey State Bar.
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1318 Route 31, Annandale, NJ, 08801
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Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
Jessica helped me navigate my way through a tumultuous, and complicated custody trial with professionalism, and a necessary firm approach. She was more than amazing to work with! She kept me both calm and informed along the way, helping me to successfully do what needed to be done. Also, unlike other...
Posted by anonymous | December 15, 2014
Excellent lawyer
Jessica handled my recent highly contentious custody matter. She was aggressive and knowledgeable and always looked out for not only my best interests but my child as well. Jessica is honest and responsive. She was able to settle my case which saved me the cost of an expensive trial and achieved the ...
Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2014
Professional and knowledgeable.
I was going through a divorce almost a year ago and Jessica was highly recommended to me by an acquaintances. I was very nervous about finding a good attorney to handle my matter and I was very please with how Jessica handled my divorce. She kept me very well informed and she was always available to ...
Posted by anonymous | September 12, 2013
Highly recommended
Excellent attorney. I would highly recommend Ms. Swenson to anyone needing legal assistance with family matters. She is truly professional, knowledge and compassionate. She goes the extra mile for her clients.
"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica is an extremely knowledgeable and dedicated attorney who fights for the needs of all her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica is a strong advocate for her client while maintaining a high level of professionalism."
"Jessica is a top-notch attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience. I endorse this lawyer without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent attorney. She always works hard for her clients to obtain the best result. I highly recommend her!"
"Jessica is an outstanding attorney and a true advocate for her clients. She is honest, aggressive and creative in achieving consistently great results for her family law clients. I endorse her wholeheartedly for any family law related matter."
"Ms. Swenson is a terrific attorney. She is professional, intelligent and a pleasure to work with. I have referred numerous clients to her and all have come back with glowing results. Highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Swenson is very professional and knowledgeable about the law and an overall pleasure to work with."
Family lawyer
Family lawyer
2014
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011 - 2018
Attorney, Cipriano Law Offices, P.C.
2008 - 2011
Attorney, Fox and Fox, LLP
2007 - 2008
Law Clerk, Superior Court of New Jersey
2017 - Present
New Jersey Collaborative Law GroupMember
2011 - Present
West Essex Business PartnershipMember
2011 - Present
New Jersey Association for JusticeMember
2007
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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