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Best Family Law Attorneys in Edison, NJ

15 firms listed · 7 in Edison · 1 open 24/7 · 1 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 20, 2026

Chugh

Chugh

4.9 50 reviews
“If I needed to define Mishita's and her team's work in one work I would say "Outstanding"!”
Since 1998
295 Pierson Ave #201
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Shane and White

Shane and White

4.9 49 reviews
“I would highly recommend Ken's service to anyone looking for a divorce attorney, thank you Ken for everything!”
Since 2001
1676 NJ-27
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Juan C. Velasco

Juan C. Velasco

4.7 1 review
“They made sure everything went fine with our home purchase and kept us informed of every step of the process.”
Free phone consultationSince 1998BBB A+
1870 Lincoln Hwy #202
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Agha & Agha

Agha & Agha

4.9 34 reviews
“I would definitely recommend my friends and family who are looking to buy house.”
Since 2013
7 NJ-27 #214
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Law Office of Kunal Shah

Law Office of Kunal Shah

3.8 19 reviews
“I would highly recommend him as an attorney, and we will be using him again in the future and sending close family and friends his way.”
Speaks Hindi, GujaratiSince 2021
22 Meridian Rd #2
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Cahn & Parra P.A.

Cahn & Parra P.A.

Since 2006Se habla español
1015 New Durham Rd
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This page gathers the 15 family law firms listed for Edison, NJ. Practice areas, consultation terms and hours are what each firm publishes on its own website; ratings and quoted lines come from public reviews.

Area overview: Edison, NJ

Of the 15 firms we list here, 7 are in Edison itself and 8 come from towns including New Brunswick (2, 5 mi), Woodbridge (1, 4 mi) and Milltown (1, 7 mi). The firms on this page are rated from 3.8 to 5.0 across 874 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), responsiveness (88%) and value (79%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "expertise". 1 is open around the clock and 1 is open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are domestic violence (4), family law (4), business law (3), child custody (3) and child support (3). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 44 years. 1 offers urgent consultations and 4 offer a free initial consultation. 3 have Spanish-speaking staff. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Which family law firms listed for Edison offer free consultations?

A first meeting at no charge is offered by 4 of the 15 firms. That usually buys a short intake call rather than advice on your situation. Ask what the call includes before booking, and treat it as your chance to hear how the practice works.

Baxter Family Law

Baxter Family Law

Free consultationSince 2024
100 Plainfield Ave #8e
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Green & Associates

Green & Associates

4.7 47 reviews
“Words can't describe how happy I am since my previous lawyer screwed my case so bad and Michael turned it over!”
Free consultationBBB accreditedSince 1988Prices online
East Brunswick, NJ · 8 mi from Edison
FAQs
What Is a Contested or Litigated Divorce?
If you have issues that you cannot agree upon, you may have to litigate the issues of a divorce. We always fight for our client's rights, if you have to litigate, we will aggressively fight to protect your rights as a parent and your assets in any equitable distribution of the property of the marriage. We are available nights and weekends so that you know you can count on us when the going gets tough.
What Is Divorce Mediation?
Often parties wish to seek mediation to determine the terms of their divorce. We can represent you after you have mediated your issues and file your divorce for you or we can work with you after you mediate . Either way, we will assist you in reducing your costs in proceeding towards a resolution of the issues of a divorce.
What if You Live Outside of New Jersey and Want a New Jersey Divorce?
If you live outside of New Jersey and your spouse lives in New Jersey and has done so for over a year, jurisdiction for the divorce may be in New Jersey. We can help you go forward in New Jersey with a divorce and can communicate with you via phone, email, and fax to get the job done. We have assisted clients living in California, Louisiana, Florida, North Carolina, Texas and elsewhere, including those that are in the military and stationed in another state or overseas.
What Are the Requirements for a New Jersey Divorce?
If you want an uncontested divorce in New Jersey, you must meet specific requirements according to New Jersey divorce law. One of the spouses must be a resident of New Jersey for at least a year unless you are pleading adultery. You must meet one of the nine necessary grounds to file for divorce. Once grounds for divorce have been determined, you and your spouse must divide all assets and debts. If children are involved, you must determine child custody and support. New Jersey does not require the use of a lawyer to file for divorce, but the necessary paperwork must be filed at one of the parties' local Superior Court. To file for divorce in New Jersey, 1) a person must be a resident of the state for at least one year, or 2) when the ground is adultery that took place in New Jersey, one of the spouses must be a resident (there is no time limit). The spouse filing the action is called the Plaintiff; the spouse responding is called the Defendant. Divorce actions are filed in the Chancery Division, Family Part, of the Superior Court, which is the county court.
What Is a Contested Divorce?
A contested divorce requires that the Plaintiff file all the forms required in an uncontested action. The trajectory of a contested divorce, however, from filing to final judgment, is impossible to predict because of each side jockeying for its own advantage. Normally, the Defendant files an Answer with Counterclaims. Normally, the Defendant has 35 days to answer the Complaint by filing a Counterclaim. The Plaintiff then has 20 days to file a response to the Counterclaim. The divorce may begin contested but end uncontested because even as the parties are maneuvering for battle they sometimes continue to negotiate. Both spouses must file a Matrimonial Case Information Statement (CIS) within 20 days after the Defendant has answered the complaint. The CIS is each party's statement of contested issues, assets and liabilities, property owned by the spouses, spousal income and important financial issues. It may be updated and amended up to 20 days before the final hearing on the divorce.
We try to answer commonly asked questions like these on the FAQ page of our website.
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AG Law

AG Law

4.8 48 reviews
“Very good service, I recommend the office”
Virtual consultationsSe habla españolSince 2019
New Brunswick, NJ · 5 mi from Edison
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Law Offices of Aditya Surti

Law Offices of Aditya Surti

4.2 25 reviews
“Good lawyer give u best advice”
Speaks Hindi, GujaratiServes New Jersey, New YorkSince 2008BBB A+
Woodbridge, NJ · 4 mi from Edison
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Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski

Dughi, Hewit & Domalewski

5.0 30 reviews
“I was very pleased with how Kristin fought for me yet did not allow arguments to go far needlessly, and I was very pleased with the turnout of the case.”
Since 1979BBB A+
Cranford, NJ · 9 mi from Edison
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The Law Office of Steven M. Cytryn

The Law Office of Steven M. Cytryn

4.8 46 reviews
“When you hear an attorney absolutely crush the adversary; when you witness a Judge agree with Steven, without taking a recess to make his decision, you begin to understand the value Steven brings.”
Serves Central New JerseySince 2018
New Brunswick, NJ · 5 mi from Edison
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Ross & Calandrillo

Ross & Calandrillo

4.8 24 reviews
“The care and compassion that they show towards their clients during a life changing process is bar none.”
Serves New JerseyBBB A+Since 2019Se habla español
Mountainside, NJ · 10 mi from Edison
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The Law Office Of Jordan B. Rickards

The Law Office Of Jordan B. Rickards

4.9 49 reviews
“My colleague Jordan is an excellent attorney who I would recommend to anyone.”
Since 2009
Milltown, NJ · 7 mi from Edison
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Christopher G. Aiello Esq.

Christopher G. Aiello Esq.

4.8 40 reviews
“We are forever grateful for the expert legal services that we received and are more than pleased with the choice that we made in Chris Aiello.”
Connecticut Bar since 1985Since 1955Open 24 hours
Watchung, NJ · 8 mi from Edison
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