$ 350-475 per hour
Rhonda Joan Panken
About Rhonda
Biography
A dedicated matrimonial and family law attorney, Rhonda Panken has over two decades’ experience litigating high-conflict divorce and family law matters. She has resolved cases involving some of today’s most challenging issues: divorce, support, and custody battles involving domestic violence, highly contested support enforcement and equitable distribution matters, and other family law disputes. She is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Family
100%
32 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 15 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Rhonda J. Panken, Esq.
106 W 32nd St Fl 2, New York, NY, 10001
Law Offices of Rhonda J. Panken, Esq.
The Map Building-The Annex, 515 Valley Street, Suite 7, Maplewood, NJ, 07040
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Posted by Sean | April 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Rhonda was amazing!
I highly recommend Rhonda, who helped me navigate a very difficult and contentious divorce process. She was responsive, attentive, patient, and provided clear insights and counsel throughout the process.
Posted by Edgar | April 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Attention to detail
Rhonda was my lawyer during my process of divorce and I might say her attention to detail as well as her way of explaining the options made this hard time is extremely easy. I highly recommend her
Posted by anonymous | April 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
insightful, perceptive and efficient
Rhonda is well versed and was extremely helpful when I had issues with finalizing my divorce. She quickly stepped in, and while showing empathy she didn't waste any time (being mindful of my expense) and got things done and sorted out. I would go back to her any time, should the need arise again.
Posted by anonymous | March 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Personal, Professional, and Succesful
I was being harassed and stalked and didn't know what to do. The situation was complicated and delicate. Rhonda handled my case with care and great judgment. I got the outcome I wanted, and my problem has been solved. I highly recommend getting her help with any issues -- you won't regret it.
Posted by AJ | March 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Bulldog
Rhonda is a tenacious lawyer who will stop at nothing for her clients, and in my case actually came in below her estimate.
Rhonda Joan Panken's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the pleasure of working with Rhonda as opposing counsel for a complex divorce and domestic violence matter. Throughout the two year litigation, Rhonda provided her client skilled and effective advocacy. Notwithstanding the emotional and tumultuous issues of the case, Rhonda remained level-headed, professional, and courteous. I fully endorse Rhonda and I would be happy to work with her again."
"Rhonda is an incredibly experienced, ethical and hard-working attorney, whom I've had the pleasure of working with over a number of years. She represents her clients vigorously, with integrity, and takes a creative and pragmatic approach to settlement negotiations."
"Rhonda is a fantastic attorney and easy to work with. She is a strong litigator and has a an in-depth knowledge of matrimonial law."
"I am happy to endorse Rhonda Panken as a family law attorney. We worked together on a major case across state lines in which a mother essentially kidnapped a child from the father who we both represented. Together we were able to fight off Mother's attorneys and get the child returned to the Father after extensive hearings. The Father currently has primary custody, and Rhonda was absolutely integral in making this happen."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Pro Bono Attorney of the Month, Legal Services of New Jersey
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Rhonda J. Panken, Esq.
2006 - 2011
Supervising Attorney, Her Justice (formerly inMotion)
2005 - 2006
Supervising Attorney, New York Legal Assistance Group
2002 - 2005
Domestic Violence Staff Attorney, Legal Aid Society
Associations
2019 - Present
District Fee Arbitration Committee for Suburban Essex County (DFAC VB).Attorney Member
2012 - Present
Maplewood Chamber of CommerceCounsel
New Jersey Bar Association
Member
2016 - 2019
District VB Ethics CommitteeAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
M.G. v. C.M., NYLJ 1202792223427, at *1 (Sup., KI, Decided June 2, 2017); 2017 NY Slip Op 50745 (U); 55 Misc 3d 1223(A)
Client's Motion to Dismiss mother's divorce in UCCJEA matter granted by Kings County Supreme Court.
Travis v. Murray, 977 N.Y.S. 3d 621 (N.Y. S.Ct. 2013)
Settlement following landmark published decision regarding Client's Dog Custody Dispute in Matrimonial matter.
Aprille's Case (Pro Bono)
Reunification of all 5 children with Aprille, and dismissal of DCPP neglect proceedings.
N.J. Div. of Youth & Fam. Servs. v. D.S.H., 425 N.J. Super 228 (App. Div. 2012)
Obtained for client Mother reversal of lower Court's parental rights termination.
Education
1993
Brooklyn
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2019
Pets are Family: Innovations in Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors with Pets
Criminal and Civil Options for domestic violence survivors with pets
Languages
English