Karina Pia Lucid Esq.

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Karina Pia Lucid Esq.

4.9
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 23 years

Chapter 7 bankruptcy Lawyer at Bridgewater, NJ
Practice Areas: Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +4 more

1065 Rte 22 West, Suite 2B, Bridgewater, NJ

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About Karina

Biography

Finances Too Tight? Is Bankruptcy the Right Answer? Call for a Free Consultation.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 30%

1 year

30%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 30%

1 year

30%
Bankruptcy and Debt 20%

Lucid Law is 100% dedicated to helping individuals and small businesses overcome their financial struggles. Let our team of bankruptcy professionals help you eliminate your debt, restore your credit and get your life back!

20%
Consumer Protection 7%

1 year

7%
Debt Settlement 7%

1 year

7%
Foreclosure 3%

1 year

3%
Real Estate 3%

1 year

3%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 140-500 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2025 2021 2020
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 20 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2005

Administratively Suspended - Non-Payment of Dues

No misconduct found

Location

Karina Pia Lucid, Esq., LLC

1065 Rte 22 West, Suite 2B, Bridgewater, NJ, 08807

karinalucidlaw.com/

Online Presence

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Karina Pia Lucid Esq.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

36 Client Reviews

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Posted by Anna | November 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Karina Pia Lucid Esq. rates five stars with me!

The folks at Lucid Law made a tough job very easy for me. Everyone was very helpful and made thing simple to understand and accomplish. I recommend this firm!

Posted by JESSICA | March 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Highly Recommend! Forever Grateful to Debra and Pina, & the Entire Karina Law Firm Team!

I highly recommend Karina Lucid Law, if you are looking to do bankruptcy, and for a fast, seamless fresh start. Because whether you believe it or not, we all deserve a second chance. I spent months living in constant anxiety over this decision. Many sleepless nights, feeling like such a failure for l...etting myself get to a point where bankruptcy seemed like my only option. I was working my way out of a domestic violence situation, and faced many unexpected financial challenges that shook me to the core. No matter what steps I took to rise above the financial challenges I faced, I couldn't get myself out of it. I hit one closed door after another. But the moment Karina and her team took steps to help me through the process of bankruptcy, my anxiety subsided. I felt I could breathe again, and there was still hope for me. I spoke with a few attorney's before deciding to go with this firm. They were the most reasonably priced, and the most resourceful too. Their website is filled with so many videos and resources you can utilize for free to help yourself get back on track with your financial goals and stability. That is what sold me. Karina and her team really do care about their clients well-being. It's not just about the money for them. My attorney Debra Kudriavetz was wonderful to work with, and always took the time to answer my questions, and explain the process to me thoroughly. Even taking my calls, when I had just a simple question. I made the last payment, and within days my bankruptcy hearing was scheduled for the following month. That is how quick and serious they are about the work they do. Everyone I communicated with, including Pina Zabala, really made this process so smooth and easy, and I will be forever be grateful for the experience. When Debra wasn't available, Pina always was, and I never felt overwhelmed and alone in this process. Thank you Pina and Debra! From the bottom of my heart, I will forever appreciate you both. In all honesty, I thought I would regret doing this, and it turned out to be just the opposite. I feel there's such a negative stigma around bankruptcy, but in reality, it should be looked as a positive thing. A way to free yourself from your past mistakes, and get a fresh start. Restore your finances, and get a second chance to do things right the second time around. I know I made the right decision, and already am seeing an improvement in my credit score, and haven't even received my official discharge! I am so grateful for having this opportunity to get a fresh start, rebuild my life. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Posted by Michael | August 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Bankruptcy Attorney

I found Karina to be professional, knowledgeable, accommodating, and pleasant. She communicated back and forth in a timely manner, and showed flexibility when needed. She was referred to me through a friend, and I will refer others to her as well. Thank you.

Karina Lucid

Replied last August 18, 2021

Thank you for this wonderful review, Michael. We appreciate it so much!!!! All my best, Karina Lucid #Chapter7isHeaven #FinancialGriefManaged

Posted by Denise | August 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Choosing Lucid Law is the best decision to make

Making the decision to file for bankruptcy is a serious decision. The best decision I made was choosing Lucid Law. Attorney Lucid and her amazing Team (Debra, Meagan and Sandra) worked tirelessly to help me through this process. They listened to me and answered all of my questions with a perfect bala...nce of professionalism, experience, compassion and understanding. If you are struggling with the decision to file for bankruptcy, choosing Lucid Law will be the best choice you will ever make.

Karina Lucid

Replied last August 18, 2021

Thank you, Denise!!!! From me, Sandra, Meagan and Deb, it was truly a HUGE pleasure to assist you. We truly love all our clients but some people just make us all smile in a special way when we think back on their case. You are a beautiful person and we are so proud and grateful to have been a special part of your journey. Enjoy your FRESH START!!! #Chapter7isHeaven #FinancialGriefManaged

Posted by Kimberly C. | November 13, 2020

Best Lawyer Ever!!!

Karina Lucid is an excellent attorney. She was very knowledgeable, personable, and very client oriented. She always made me feel at ease and helped me to nagivate through the legal process feeling very confident in her ability to represent me. She was always available to answer questions and she made... me feel comfortable with my current situation. She was reassuring, yet she gave me facts and options, and not just what I wanted to hear. I had a great overall experience with her representation. If you want someone who is client focused and knowledgeable Karina is all of that and much, much more. If I was ever in this situation again, but hopefully not I would most definitely seek out Karina as the one to represent me.

Karina Lucid

Replied last November 13, 2020

Thank you for this positive feedback, Kimberly!! It is very much appreciated!! Hope you are doing well!!! All my best, Karina Lucid

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Karina Pia Lucid Esq.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Anne Buckley-Johnson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"If one of my clients has a bankruptcy issue, I send them to Karina, with confidence that she will give them outstanding representation. I have known her in the lawyer community for many years and I endorse this lawyer."

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Adrienne Woods

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Karina on several occasions. She is the consummate professional - very knowledgeable in her field, organized, and well-suited to both business and consumer cases. I've enjoyed working with her tremendously and refer all my NJ cases to her."

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Thomas Wilson

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Karina is a great person, who I have gotten to know through attorney seminars. She is a hard working, personable and dedicated attorney."

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Jack Lezman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I know Karina through a national association of attorneys and she is a valuable member of the group. She has 15 years of experience in helping her clients through financial difficulties. She is very knowledgeable about bankruptcy law. She honestly works above and beyond to help her clients achieve the results they need to improve their lives. I would highly recommend Karina to anyone in financial distress."

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Keith Whiddon

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Karina and I work together, along with a team of other attorneys across the country, on a weekly basis to discuss the intersection of law and business. Karina always comes to the table with fresh ideas to better serve the client and relieve the client of the unfortunate event(s) that brought him/her to her office. I fully endorse Karina without reservation."

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Ronald Drescher

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Karina is careful, sincere and always looking out for the best interest of her client. I know Karina from a practice development group and she consistently seeks out new and better ways to serve her clients. Highly recommended!"

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Joseph Lehn

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse and recommend Karina. We regularly consult together in an attorney group. I appreciate her insight and ideas. She is an attorney on the rise!!"

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is intelligent professional and highly respected within the legal community. She's an excellent advocate all around."

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John O'Brien

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Katherine Bierwas

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Karina for many years and she is a dedicated professional. When family members have needed mediation and bankruptcy services, I have recommended Karina to them and she has served them well."

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Dorothy Bunce

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karina Pia Lucid is careful and concerned that the advice she gives is accurate. I am impressed with Ms Lucid's attention to detail and am honored to take this opportunity to endorse her."

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Suzanne Iazzetta

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Karina on a number of cases and always found her to be extremely knowledgeable, hardworking, and an asset to every case. She takes a balanced, collaborative approach to legal matters and never fails to consider what would be the best and highest result for all concerned. I highly recommend her."

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Michael Greenberg

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Lucid is an excellent lawyer and a prollific contributor to the Avvo community. I endorse her without hesitation."

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Melinda Middlebrooks

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Karina is a very professional and caring attorney who is highly knowledgeable regarding bankruptcy. She is very thoughtful and thorough in her approach to legal issues. I recommend Karina to those needing bankruptcy assistance."

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Michael Goldstein

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer as one who always is direct and right to the point on Avvo with respect to bankruptcy questions."

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Robert Stumpf

Unknown lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Lucid is an experienced and caring professional who would provide excellent service to any of her clients."

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Anthony Vassallo

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Karina for several years. We first met when we worked together on a contentious chapter 11 case where my firm represented the debtors and her firm represented the creditors' committee. Karina was always professional and courteous throughout our dealings and made a case filled with difficult issues and vigorous disputes manageable. Her efforts contributed to a successful outcome for all parties involved. Since that case, we have stayed in regular contact. I have always found her insights regarding legal issues and the practice of law to be helpful. She has worked hard to develop her own practice that exhibits her capabilities, integrity, and compassion -- a rare combination that serves her clients well. I heartily recommend Karina."

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Jonathan Stone

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Karina gets results for her clients. She also provides guidance to other bankruptcy attorneys though the Bankruptcy Inn of Court. Now that is an attorney to go hire."

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Stuart Nachbar

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Karina for many years and have truly enjoyed exchanging different points of view on many different subjects. She is truly an exceptional attorney who if I could not represent a client due to conflict would have the utmost confidence in referring them to her."

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Cassandra Porter

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Karina and I worked on several matters together. Her holistic approach to the practice is unique and very effective. In nutshell, if my mom needed to file for bankruptcy, I would send her to Karina."

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Ronald Drescher

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Keith Whiddon

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Thomas Wilson

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jack Lezman

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Joseph Lehn

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

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Ksenia Proskurchenko

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Nicole Voigt

Litigation lawyer

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Dorothy Bunce

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Nona Ostrove

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Anthony Vassallo

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

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Andrew Turner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Katherine Bierwas

Litigation lawyer

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Jonathan Stone

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Stuart Nachbar

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Cassandra Porter

Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2002

Outstanding Contribution Appellate Advocacy Program, Seton Hall University School of Law

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Karina Pia Lucid, Esq., LLC

2009 - 2011

Bankruptcy Associate, Norris McLaughlin & Marcus, PA

2008 - 2008

Adjunct Professor, Seton Hall University School Of Law

2004 - 2009

Bankruptcy Associate, Lowenstein Sandler PC

2003 - 2004

Law Clerk to Hon. R. Gambardella, Unites States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey

2002 - 2003

Law Clerk to Hon. Barbara Byrd-Wecker, NJ Superior Court, Appellate Division

1987 - 2000

Owner Operator of retail florist shop, Fancy Flowers by Karina, Inc.

Associations

2012 - Present

New Jersey Collaborative Law Group

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Superior Court of New Jersey

Community Dispute Resolution

2005 - Present

Bankruptcy American Inn of Court

Barrister

2004 - Present

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Eubanks Enterprises, Inc., lead case no. 09-14137 (GMB)

Blue Tulip, Inc.

G.O.B. Sale and Liquidating Plan approved by Court

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Education

2011

New Jersey Professional Mediators Association

Professional Mediator Certificate

2002

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

Georgian Court College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

New Jersey State Bar Association, CLE Webinar

Bankruptcy Basics For Real Estate Lawyers

2014

New Jersey State Bar Association, Continuing Legal Education Committee

Until Debt Do Us Part

2014

New Jersey State Bar Association, CLE

Bankruptcy Basics Panel Presentation

2014

New Jersey State Bar Association, CLE

Bankruptcy Basics For the Collaborative Lawyer

2014

New Jersey State Bar Association, CLE

When Bankruptcy Meets Divorce

2012

Union County Lunch & Learn

Issues in Bankruptcy and Divorce

2011

Bankruptcy and Beyond Bankruptcy Basics

Publications

2012

New Jersey State Bar Association; Business Law Section News Letter Don't Reclaim! Get Paid On Your 20 Day Claim

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Karina earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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