Melissa B Zemsky

Melissa B Zemsky

4.2
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 27 years

Family Lawyer Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Child Custody

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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 27 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1998

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Melissa B Zemsky's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jean Nelson Emilcardieu | January 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney

I had the privilege of working With Ms. Zemsky during a challenging time in my life (divorce, and custody of my daughters) and I must say, she exceeded all expectations as my attorney. Her dedication, expertise and compassionate approach truly made a significant impact on my experience in achieving p...artial custody of my daughters. She demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism throughout the entire process. From our initial consultation to the final resolution. She consistently exhibited a deep understanding of family law and a commitment to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients. Also she took the time to explain the intricacies of my case, ensuring that I was well-informed and empowered to make informed decisions. Her transparency and honesty created a sense of trust that made the legal proceedings more manageable and made me confident that we would have a great outcome.

Posted by Craig | August 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Melissa will fight hard for everything important to you, while remaining honest and open with you!

First, I want to say that I am not a person that leaves reviews for people, so this one is important to me. After over year of debating divorce a close friend recommended for me to reach out to Melissa. After just a few minutes into the call I knew that she was going to be the person to go through th...is process with. She explained the process to me step by step, while remaining completely honest and open. Throughout the whole divorce process, Melissa would keep me informed and updated every step of the way and quickly responds to emails and phone calls. Once we started proceedings Melissa, fought hard for everything that was important to me and even thing that I wouldn’t have even thought of, but should have. Melissa was extremely knowledge and knew everything that she needed to do to win me the best outcome. Throughout the process Melissa would explain the process from top to bottom and the outlooks for each step based on the law and whether the battle was even worth fighting over. Saving me thousands of dollars in the end. Knowing that she is only one phone call away gives me such peace that I can live my life without fear. Melissa is not just going to be your attorney for you, she has become part of my family. Melissa helped me through one of the toughest moments in my life and I would and will recommend her to anyone. You cannot and will not go wrong with Melissa!

Posted by Jamie | November 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best experience it could have been

I retained Melissa to assist me in my divorce proceeding. She was extremely knowledgeable, supportive, and direct in a positive way and was reasonable with her fees. Throughout the entire process, I felt that she cared about me and my children and was always quick to respond to my emails and phone ...calls. She was also a very strong advocate and pressed on the issues that were important to me. Although going through a divorce is difficult, I couldn’t have chosen a better attorney to get me through it. I highly recommend Melissa.

Posted by Elissa | April 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Highly recommend Melissa Zemsky

I’ve been working with Melissa for a long time in connection with my ongoing post judgment issues . She is always responsive, professional, supportive and reliable. I trust her implicitly as she always has my kids best interests at heart. I know she truly cares and I can depend on her to advocate f...or my best interest.

Posted by anonymous | March 28, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing!!

I was contemplating divorce for many years and I met with several attorneys who did not make me feel like they would represent myself and my children with determination to protect our rights and secure equitable distribution of the assets. I finally reached my breaking point in my marriage and that’s... when I met Melissa. I knew after the first few moments of meeting her she was the one. She was the pitbull I envisioned; motivated, powerful, passionate, knowledgeable; honest; compassionate; and energetic. Ms. Zemsky was painfully honest from our initial consultation and had to slap me back to reality several times during my process. She fought and negotiated fervently for my children and I. Step by step, day by day, night after night I knew I was never alone during this tumultuous time in mine and my children’s lives. Melissa painstakingly gave meticulous attention to every nuance and constantly provided skilled guidance that ultimately resulted in acquiring a better outcome then I had originally pictured. I give my heartfelt recommendation to anyone who is looking for a rock star attorney. Melissa Zemsky is that person and more. Melissa Zemsky told me many times that there are no winners in a divorce however I feel in the end my children and I came out on top.

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Edward Vaisman

Family lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Melissa is an exceptional matrimonial attorney with an expert level of knowledge and expertise. Besides her clear knowledge of the Law, she has an uncanny ability to think outside the box. Melissa always above all has her client's interests at heart. I always refer my matrimonial cases to her because I know her knowledge and experience as a clerk to a Superior Court Judge will propel my clients to a successful outcome. She has always exceeded expectations. I would not want to be an adversary to Melissa as she is tenacious in accomplishing her client's goals. Despite her tenacity Melissa is courteous and respectful to all involved participants in a litigation. I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer."

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Robyn Ross

Family lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ira Senoff

Family lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Melissa and I worked together as associates at a firm before we both eventually left that firm to open our own, separate offices following which we have had cases together. In addition, we have consulted one another on cases and sought out each other's advice as second opinions on strategy. I know Melissa to be hard working and passionate about her job. I endorse her and have recommended her to potential clients that I could not represent due to scheduling issues or other conflicts."

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Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Partner, Ziegler, Zemsky & Resnick

1998 - 1999

Law Clerk, Superior Court Of New Jersey, Family Division

Associations

New Jersey Bar Association

Member

Assignment Judge’s Family Law Committee

Member

2006 - 2010

Ethics Committee for Middlesex County

Chairman

Education

1998

Western New England College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Pittsburgh

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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