Amy Elizabeth Stutzke

Amy Elizabeth Stutzke

also known as Amy Stutzke, Amy E. Stutzke

4.8
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 21 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Employment & Labor, Business ... +2 more

About Amy

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 60%

i practice all aspects of family law, including contested and uncontested divorce, post-judgment applications, domestic violence, child custody, child support, paternity, and adoption actions. My firm routinely litigates all of the foregoing.

60%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 20 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2005

Suspended

No misconduct found

Location

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Amy Elizabeth Stutzke's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Very happy with outcome

I hired Amy to help me in getting the court to allow me to leave NJ with my son. I was struggling so bad with daycare and cost of living here. My ex folded like paper the day of court due to her confidence and agreed to let me go. Thank you!

Posted by Miclene | August 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Professional and excellent

Amy is always there when needed and helps with whatever the legal matter is. She is caring, accomplished and always an advocate. She does her job well and I am very grateful for it. I would highly recommend her for any legal matters you may have.

Posted by Jennifer | July 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Exercise caution if considering this attorney

After working with Amy over a year on a personal matter I was left with no other option than to terminate our agreement and retain another attorney. Her unresponsiveness, lack of professionalism, and pure negligence resulted in a waste of resources (time and money) as well as a fractured legal negoti...ation. I can not in good conscience recommend this attorney and highly suggest you take additional time to research alternative options as you will not have a successful outcome with Stutzke Law.

Posted by Vince | July 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Divorce Attorney I highly recommend

Amy represented me during a divorce from the very first call to the final signing. If reading this while researching for a divorce attorney you are probably stepping into what can be a very overwhelming situation. You will need to have someone on your team that you can trust and have confidence in... while knowing they have a genuine concern for your success at every turn. I had met with several law firms when the time arrived for me to obtain representation for a divorce. I was not satisfied with any of them as they all seemed to have the same transaction approach, process and pushing fees up front. Not one was interested in hearing what I felt was needed to make this sensitive and difficult time more manageable. I continued the search to find the best fit for my needs until I found Amy and spoke to her. She patiently listened to me explain the history, all of my concerns and answered questions I had. When finished I stated I think all of this is important to know and she agreed. This for me made her stand out form the firms that I had spoken with previously. During the process she continuously demonstrated her knowledge, experience, skills and most importantly kept me confident of the outcome the entire time. Many times I was tankful she was on my side. After witnessing how she was unwavering and exuded a confidence that was unmatched on the other side helped me remain calm and have confidence throughout some tense times. If you are searching for representation during what will be a difficult time I would urge you to speak with Amy.

Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Amazing Attorney

I am a client of Ms. Stutzke and have nothing but amazing things to say. I have been a client of Ms. Stutzke prior to and during the pandemic and she has been attentive to my situation as best as possible with all the delays caused by the pandemic but everyone involved during this time in the world d...id do the best they could. Ms. Stutzke is very caring about her client's situations and always has the best interest in her clients. She not only responds to you during normal working hours but even during off-hours. She allows contact through her personal cell phone and responds as adequately as possible through emails and text messages.

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Amy Elizabeth Stutzke's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anthony Fazioli

Family lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is a highly intelligent attorney who represents her clients with passion. When I have a complicated family law issue, I can always contact her and she has the answers. If you are looking for a brilliant lawyer, contact Amy. I highly endorse her."

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C Oltman

Family lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Amy is a compassionate, practical and tough attorney who produces results for her clients."

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John Koufos

Domestic violence lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Amy is tremendously knowledgable about family law, and I frequently draw on her knowledge and expertise. She understands the complexities of the law, as well as the human and practical elements inherent in divorce and family cases. She is very sharp, an excellent writer, and a persuasive advocate."

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Jace McColley

Family lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Amy for ten years. Over that time I have learned that Amy is a hard working and gifted attorney. Amy diligently prepares for all cases and tasks that she handles. I can honestly say that I know few other attorneys that have the combination of intelligence and work ethic that Amy possesses. Amy takes the time to review and prepare for any task that she handles, and this manner of preparation is a tremendous asset for any client that retains Amy. Amy has the capability to handle cases that many other attorneys would not be able to successfully litigate. She takes the time to understand her client’s point of view and accurately reviews the law to support her client’s position. Amy is empathetic and understanding of her clients’ needs. On a personal level, Amy has the ability to make clients feel at home in her office, and she is a down to earth person, who is easy to talk too. I would recommend Amy without reservation."

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Bonita Leadem

Family lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer.I endorse this lawyer. I have known Amy for several years and worked with her on several cases. She is extremely intelligent, analytical, sensitive and diligent in the manner in which she approaches cases. While she exhibits respect for clients by sharing her honest analysis of the merits of their respective cases, once engaged, she is dedicated to advancing their interests. Amy is also a fearless advocate, often taking on (and prevailing against) adversaries with more experience in a given field. I endorse her without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2004

Woodrow Wilson Award for Proficiency in Constitutional Law, New York Law School

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Principal, The Law Office of Amy Stutzke, LLC

2007 - 2010

Senior Associate, Strich Law Firm, P.C.

2005 - 2007

Associate, Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP

2004 - 2005

Law Clerk to the Hon. Joseph Messina, P.J., New Jersey Judiciary, Middlesex Vicinage, General Equity Part

Associations

Middlesex County Bar Association

New Jersey State Bar Association

Monmouth County Bar Association

Education

2004

New York Law School

Juris Doctor

2001

Rowan University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Middlesex County Family Court

Early Settlement Panelist

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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