Mark S Guralnick

Mark S Guralnick

4.7
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 40 years

Family Lawyer at Cherry Hill, NJ
Practice Areas: Family, Litigation, Personal Injury ... +2 more

National Headquarters, Offices throughout the U.S.A., including, Cherry Hill, NJ

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 30%

All aspects of family law, divorce and domestic relations, including child custody, child support, alimony, palimony, dissolution and annulment, property division, domestic violence, adoption, marital fraud, locating hidden assets, cheating spouses, abuse and neglect.

42 years

30%
Litigation 30%

42 years

30%
Personal Injury 20%

All aspects of injury law, including auto accidents, truck accidents, boat, airplane and motorcycle accidents, slip-and-fall injuries, defective products, workplace industries, medical malpractice, legal malpractice, negligence, premises liability, negligent supervision, negligent security, hospital and nursing home negligence.

42 years

20%
Criminal Defense 10%

Wide range of felony and misdemeanor cases, trials and appeals, including murder, rape, robbery, burglary, kidnap, arson, conspiracy, theft crimes, sex offenses, drug offenses, motor vehicle violations, drunk driving, white collar crimes, financial crimes.

42 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 100-350 per hour

Contingency

20%-45%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 15 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 29 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1996

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 30 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1995

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 33 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1992

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 35 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 40 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1986

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 40 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1985

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Jersey for 40 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 40 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Mark S. Guralnick Professional Corporation

National Headquarters, Offices throughout the U.S.A., including, Cherry Hill, NJ

Offices throughout NJ, PA, FL, NY, MA and other states

PLEASE CALL US TO FIND AN OFFICE NEAR YOU., Various towns and cities, NJ

Law Offices of Mark S. Guralnick

923 Haddonfield Road, Suite 300, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08002

Law Offices of Mark S. Guralnick

433 Plaza Real, Suite 275, Boca Raton, FL, 33607

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Mark S Guralnick's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

78 Client Reviews

Showing 26 - 30 of 38 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Brian | August 10, 2015 | Real Estate

EFFICIENT, PROFESSIONAL, FAIR-PRICED

As a first time home buyer and newlywed, I had many property questions. Mark S. Guralnick assisted me with my home purchase, with complex insurance, tax, and financial issues, and with other concerns I had as I embarked on a new chapter in my life. I was initially hesitant about consulting an att...orney and thought I might deal with these issues on my own. But Mr. Guralnick was timely and efficient, very professional, and his charges were very reasonable.

Posted by John Paul | August 10, 2015 | Child Custody

LIFE SAVING,FAST,FAIR,CHILDCUSTODY,EMERGENCYCUSTODY

I called Mr.Guralnick at his New Jersey (Cherry Hill office) The call was answer by a very polite receptionist, I left a message for Mr.Guralnick, asking for his help regarding a possible emergency custody of my daughter. Within a few hours Mr.Guralnick, had returned my call. I had explained my dir...e situation to him, and how dire the situation was, not only did he take the time to listen to me, he gave me a free consultation. And while he did not promise anything. He did assure me that he would do his best to help save my daughter. He had advised me that he was not in the state at the time due to a prior case that he was working on. However, he had a great staff that he would personally guide through the case. And that they did, One of the lawyers from the Law Firm contacted me soon after for setup a day and time for me to come into the office to speak and go over the case. That was within the week. A lawyer from the firm had sat with me and explained every step that would be taken and answered any and all questions I had asked. Even addressed the emotional side of the situation. He also assured me that he would also do his best and that Mr.Guralnick, himself was personally working with him on the case on an hour to hour basis. Soon after, we had filed for emergency custody, and went to court, (We had met at the court house early to review the process.) I was so nervous, again I was assured that everything will be handled. And it was, The Superior Court of New Jersey had ruled in favor of the emergency custody order! Finally my daughter was safe. Tears came to my eye as i think Mr.Guralnik's staff. That was just the first step that Mr.Guralnick, his staff and I had taken together. The next step was to gather information and file for Physical and Legal custody. This would ensue that my daughter would remain in my care, in a safe and loving environment. So we filed for that also. About a month later we were in court again and the same comfort and assurance was given again. Once again, the courts had ruled in our favor. My heart was put at ease. It was a moment I will never forget. I know I could not have protected my daughter without the help of Mr.Guralnick and his staff. While I am a great father. I am not a great lawyer like Mr.Guralnick. My prayers had been answered. I commend and thank them all not only for doing the best they could. I thank them for what I believe as saving my daughters life! Thank you Mr.Guralnick. On behalf of myself and our family. John Paul and Faith

Posted by Sue | August 07, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Nobody Cross-Examines Like Him

I had the good fortune of retaining Mark S. Guralnick and his law firm after my first attorney committed malpractice. My first attorney missed critical deadlines in my case, failed to file my papers on time, never secured the services of an expert witness for me, and ended up getting my case dismisse...d. Mark took the time to show me how my case should have been conducted, to educate me on the court rules and procedures and the deadlines which my first lawyer should have followed. He then filed a lawsuit against the first lawyer. As you might expect, my first lawyer had his own defense team and they put up a good fight. But Mark was extremely resourceful in court, artfully cross-examining the attorney, as well as his paralegal staff. I have watched many TV shows featuring lawyers doing cross-examination, but I have never seen anybody cross-examine a witness so well as Mark handled the first lawyer and his staff. Needless to say, we won the case. I am extremely grateful to Mark for his hard work.

Posted by Karolina | August 05, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

EXCELLENT & COMPASSIONATE & DILIGENT

Mr Guralnick had represented me in a difficult and ugly divorce. He has advised me well in all stages of the process. My case was complicated as it envolved a child custody battle, two child custody evaluations, as well as one of parents international habitation. Mr Guralnick had advised me how to a...ct in the best interest of my child, and a quick resolution to this case. He told me when to be aggressive and stand my ground and when to compromise in order to resolve the issues of my case. He is an understanding, compassionate lawyer, who truly represents best interest of his client and knows how to guide one to the best result. As stresful as divorce can get, Mr Guralnick was my voice of reason to the best possible resolution. Mr Guralnick is incredibly professional and knowledgeable in the family law, national and international child custody battles, as well as marital split of assets determination (at least these were key elements of my divorce). Mr Guralnick has extensive law experience and is very well knowledgeable of the various practices of the area and knows how to guide a client through the process. I am giving Mr Guralnick the highest rate, 5 stars, for his expertise and services. Thank You Mr Guralnick, I appreciate your guidance

Posted by Brandi | August 04, 2015 | Child Custody

KNOWLEDGABLE, ATTENTIVE, KIND, THOUROUGH

Mark Gurlanick was a godsend in my custody case. My son's emotionally abusive father was suing me for full custody. I was alone in New Jersey, without friends or family and desperate for freedom for myself and for my child. My case was inter-state and complex. But this is the kind of thing Mark s...pecializes in. He was incredibly accessible, always returned phone calls and emails in a timely manner and really stayed on top of my case, advocating for me and for my son, through the end. The outcome was favorable, as I remain the sole custodian of my son. I cannot thank Mark enough for his tireless efforts on our behalf. He is an excellent attorney and I would recommend him to anyone going through a marital dissolution or whose case is involved in family court.

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

1993

Watson Award for Oustanding Dissertation in the Social Sciences, Temple University

1983

Newsmaker Award for Public Education News, National Education Association

1983

Florida School Bell Award, Florida Education Association

1983

Award of Excellence, National Education Association

1981

Schnader Award for Outstanding Legal Reporting, Philadelphia Bar Association

1979

Spot News Reporting Award, New Jersey Press Association

1979

First Place - Reporting on Murdered Policeman, Burlington County Press Association

1973

Sixth Prize, Clover International Poetry Competition

Work Experience

1992 - Present

Managing Attorney, Mark S. Guralnick, A Professional Corporation

2008 - 2010

Assistant Professor of Law and Society, Ramapo College of New Jersey

2000 - 2002

Counsel, Budd Larner P.C.

1987 - 1992

Managing Partner, Garber & Guralnick

Associations

2009 - 2010

Law and Society Association

Member, Professional Issues Committee

2007 - 2008

International Bar Association, Family Law Section

Executive Committee

2002 - 2004

New Jersey State Bar Association, International Law and Organizations Section

Chair

1996 - 2009

American Board of Professional Liability Attorneys

Board of Governors

Sample of Legal Cases

State of New Jersey v. John Kindt, Jr.

Successful on subsequent appeal

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania v. Wayne O'Brien Aultman

Prevailed on appeal, reversed by Supreme Court

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Education

2022

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

MS - Master of Science in Forensic Medicine

2021

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

MS - Master of Science in Accounting

2005

Columbia University

M.B.A.

2005

London Business School

M.B.A.

2000

University of London

LL.M.

1996

Bennington College

M.F.A.

1993

Temple University

Ph.D.

1984

Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center

J.D.

1983

Nova Southeastern University

M.P.A.

1979

Temple University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2021

Lawline.com

Family Law- CLE Attended

Publications

2016

Thomson/West Group (Published annually since 1999) Guralnick's New Jersey Family Law Annotated (17th edition)

2016

Wolters Kluwer (Hardback, 1,650 pages) Fracking Law and Policy

2012

American Bar Association (18 chapters covering all major areas of law) Formulas for Calculating Damages

2010

Specialty Technical Publishers: Two Volumes (1,500 pages) Employment Law: A Comprehensive Guide for the American Workplace

2007

NJ Institute for Continuing Legal Education The Portable NJ Interstate Child Support Handbook

2002

NJ Institute for Continuing Legal Education The Portable New Jersey Equitable Distribution Handbook

2000

NJ Institute for Continuing Legal Education The Portable Alimony Handbook

1992

American Bar Association Press Interstate Child Custody Litigation

Languages

English

Italian

Gujarati

Hindi

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