Family-Focused, Compassionate Representation

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The law office of Wernik & Salvatore offers comprehensive family and estate law services to families and individuals in Monmouth County, Middlesex County, Somerset County, Ocean County, Mercer County, Union County, Burlington County, Atlantic County, Passaic County, Morris County and Essex County, New Jersey. Together, Robin T. Wernik and David Salvatore have more than 50 years of combined experience.
Each has earned recognition for the ethical, innovative and caring practice of law.
  • Robin T. Wernik was named by New Jersey Law Journal as one of “40 Under 40” lawyers in 2002, and her legal arguments regarding nonbiological, psychological parental rights in child custody disputes resulted in groundbreaking legal recognition for second-parent custody and visitation rights.
  • David Salvatore earned a place to the Rising Stars list by New Jersey Super Lawyers Magazine in 2006.

Sound Guidance And Comprehensive Family Law Solutions

Wernik & Salvatore is prepared to zealously represent your interests while making sure that you understand the legal process and your options every step of the way through any family law or criminal law matter. Our law firm is dedicated to providing timely, effective and skilled legal services while being mindful of our clients’ emotional and financial situations.

Wernik & Salvatore have handled a significant number of cases for clients in the following areas of law:

  • Family law: We focus our practice on family law issues. This includes all types of matters that impact a family, including paternity, palimony, adoption and more.
  • Divorce: As part of our family law practice, we help clients through the divorce process. This includes resolving a range of issues, including custody, support and the division of marital property.
  • Child custody: Custody and visitation can be an emotional issue for any family. We have extensive experience guiding clients through their options and helping them resolve even the most complex custody matters.
  • Child support: The amount of support is largely based on a formula set by state law. We can help you understand how this law will apply in your case.
  • LGBT issues: The law around same-sex marriage has evolved substantially in recent years. Our attorneys stay up-to-date on the latest developments so we can provide our clients with comprehensive and clear guidance during a divorce, custody dispute or other legal matter.
  • Modifications: Over time, situations change. We help clients make adjustments to court orders to reflect the changes in their lives, including modifying support, custody or visitation.
  • Domestic violence and abuse: Our firm is committed to helping clients get the protection and support they need. We can assist with domestic violence issues, restraining orders and situations involving neglect or abuse of a child.
  • Estate planning and litigation: Our attorneys can assist with the creation of a custom estate plan. This may include the creation of a will, a trust or other type of estate planning document. Additionally, we protect the legal rights of clients in estate litigation.

Call Today For Legal Guidance You Can Trust

Call our Hazlet, New Jersey, law office to learn more about our legal practice and how we can guide you through legal matters involving civil union dissolution or divorce, palimony, adoption, child custody, and wills and estate planning and litigation. Call today at 732-201-3888 or contact us online.