Bari Weinberger

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Summary

Bari Z. Weinberger is the founder and managing partner of Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, New Jersey’s largest divorce and family law firm, with locations in Bergen, Burlington, Monmouth, Morris, Somerset and Union Counties. As a family law expert, Bari is Certified as a Matrimonial Attorney by the New Jersey Supreme Court, a designation held by only a small percentage of lawyers stateside. She is an experienced family law mediator and also holds an "AV" Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review. Her peer rating is based on exemplary work and high ethical standards in the field of New Jersey family and matrimonial law. Bari also volunteers as an expert panelist at the Morris County court in the Early Settlement Panel program. The program offers neutral recommendations to litigants and their attorneys who have not yet settled their matters in the hopes of assisting them in reaching a resolution. Outside the courtroom, Bari Weinberger is a published author and accomplished media personality who has contributed to the Wall Street Journal, Smart Money, Star Ledger, Access Hollywood, CBS, ABC, NBC, PIX-Channel 11, NJ 101.5 radio, Huffington Post, Forbes, the New Jersey Law Journal, and other leading media outlets. She is also a coauthor of Military Family Law (Reuters) and an Associate Author of the New Jersey Family Law Practice (15th edition, 2103), a five-volume reference guide used by virtually every family law judge and lawyer in the state of New Jersey. A 1997 graduate of Suffolk University Law School (J.D.), Bari Weinberger has been honored as a NJBIZ Top 50 Women in Business and Top 25 Leading Women Entrepreneur, and named a New Jersey SuperLawyer for two years running (2015, 2016). Her firm has been nominated as a Top 100 NJ Best Places to work for the past three consecutive years.

Practice Areas

Divorce
Family Law
Domestic Violence
Arbitration & Mediation

Additional Practice Areas

Adoption and Kinship Legal Guardianships
Alimony and Palimony
Child Custody
Child Support
Dissolution of Domestic Partnerships/Civil Unions and Same Sex Marriages
Division of Assets-Equitable Distribution
Emancipation
Legal Separation
Matrimonial Law
Paternity
Post Divorce Matters
Pre and Post Nuptial Agreements
Relostion out of the State of New Jersey with a child
Visitation and Parenting Time

Fees

Free Consultation
Credit Cards Accepted

Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

New Jersey

Languages

English: Spoken, Written

Professional Experience

Partner/Owner: Weinberger Law Group, LLC; 2008 - Current

Partner/Owner: Iandoli, Edens & Weinberger; 2006 - 2008

Partner: Cutler, Simeone, Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark; 2006 - 2006

Associate Attorney: Cutler, Simeone, Townsend, Tomaio & Newmark; 2002 - 2005

Associate Attorney: Finnerty LaRocca & Sherwood; 2000 - 2002

Associate Attorney: Goldstein & Bachman; 1998 - 1999

Judicial Law Clerk: Middlesex County Superior Court, Family Part; 1997 - 1998

Education

Suffolk University Law School: J.D.; 1994 - 1997

University of Massachusetts - Amherst: B.A. | Legal Studies, Sociology and English; 1990 - 1994; Double majored in Legal Studies and Sociology with a Minor in English

Awards

NJ Biz Best 50 Women in Business: NJ Biz; 2013

New Jersey Leading Women Entrepreneurs-2013: NJ Monthly; 2013

Woman Business Owner of the Year Finalist: Women's Center for Entrepreneurship Corporation; 2013

Ten Leaders Under age 45 in Matrimonial and Divorce Law: Ten Leaders; 2009; 2009 to present

AVVO Rating 10/10 Superb: Avvo

Martindale Hubbell- Preeminent AV Rating: Martindale Hubbell

Professional Associations

American Bar Assocaition: Family Law Section Member; Current

Family Law Inn: Master/Board member; Current

Morris County Family Court in the Early Settlement Program: Expert Panelist; Current

Passaic County Family Court in the Early Settlement Program: Expert Panelist; Current

Passaic County Kids Count Program: Participant; Current

County College of Morris - Randolph and Morristown: Volunteer Family Law Consultant; Current

Morris County Bar Association: Member; 2002 - Current

American Inns of Court: Member; 1999 - Current

American Trial Lawyers Association: Member; 2002 - 2007

Family Law Executive Committee: Member; 2005 - 2005

Bergen County Bar Association: Member; 2000 - 2002

Middlesex County Bar Association: Member; 1998 - 2000

Publications

Articles & Publications

It's a Wild Year for Divorce in New Jersey, Thanks to Trump Tax: Patch.com; February 5, 2018

Speaking Engagements

Keynote: Acknowledging Male Victims of Domestic Violence, Union County C.A.R.E.S. (Community, Action, Response, Education, Safety) Domestic Violence Symposium, Kean University: April 6, 2017; Bari Weinberger delivered a keynote speech at the 4th annual Union County C.A.R.E.S. (Community, Action, Response, Education, Safety) Domestic Violence Symposium, held April 6, 2017, at Kean University. The theme of this year’s Symposium was Hidden Victims of Domestic Violence. Bari delivered the keynote presentation for the panel discussion on male victims of domestic violence. For more information on the Symposium and Bari's keynote address, please see: https://www.weinbergerlawgroup.com/blog/newjersey-law-domestic-violence/bari-weinberger-keynote-male-domestic-violence/

Certifications

Matrimonial Law Attorney: New Jersey Supreme Court

Certified Family Law Mediator: ICLE

Websites & Blogs

Website: Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group

Blog: Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group Blog

3 Ways To Co-Parent With A Bullying Ex
18 April 2018
How To End A Miserable Marriage Without The Guilt
18 April 2018
Big Step For New Jersey Gestational Surrogacy Bill
15 April 2018
Bari Weinberger Named to List of New Jersey’s Best Lawyers for Families
11 April 2018
5 Unreasonable Behaviors That Mean Divorce Is In The Cards
10 April 2018
5 Reasons Staying Together For The Kids Is The Worst Idea Ever
9 April 2018
Divorce Shame: I’m The Only One In My Family Who’s Divorced
9 April 2018
My Daughter’s Ex Is A Narcissist — How Do I Help? (Part II)
2 April 2018
My Daughter Is Divorcing a Narcissist — How Do I Help? (Part I)
2 April 2018

Videos

Bari Weinberger Interview: Domestic Violence and How to Protect Yourself

ew Jersey's Leading Family Law Group. Contact the New Jersey family law and divorce attorneys at Weinberger Law Group Call (888) 888-0919 to schedule a free consultation today.

When it Makes Sense to Modify Alimony Payments

When it Makes Sense to Modify Alimony Payments (July 10, 2012)

Legal Answers

147 Questions Answered

Q. I have equal split custody of my children with there mother, should I still be paying child support? Never married also.: 18 April 2018; A: Thank you for your question. In New Jersey, the child support amount is based upon a formula known as the Child Support Guidelines. When calculating a child support amount, the guidelines take into consideration your incomes, overnight visitations, health care premium payments and more. While you may share custody of your children with their mother, there may be a child support amount awarded based on these factors. More information would be needed to give you a more definitive answer. I suggest that you meet with an experienced family law attorney to discuss your matter. I hope this information was helpful to you.

Q. I live in NJ and wanted to know what process would I have to follow in order to get my permit and weapon back: 16 April 2018; A: Thank you for your question. It would be best to contact the local Prosecutor’s office and provide them with the Order vacating the restraining Order. Providing the Order may be enough for them to release the weapons. If not, you should ask what needs to be completed through their agency to have the weapons released. I hope this information was helpful to you.

Q. Divorced in 1998. My ex stopped payments in 2001, saying he can’t find a job. I have 3 daughters and 2 r still n college: 13 April 2018; A: Thank you for your question. One party cannot stop paying support without a Court Order or agreement indicating that support is no longer required. If that has not occurred, then it would be wise to file an enforcement application to ensure that the payments will be made. There are a number of remedies available to ensure that payment gets made and that he forced to comply with the obligations that he has to make. Based on your unique circumstances, it would be best to contact an experienced family law attorney to address your specific concerns. I hope this information was helpful to you.

Q. I’ plan on moving summer 2019. I’m claiming economic reasons for the relocation, NJ is to expensive.: 13 April 2018; A: Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about the custody of your daughter and being able to relocate. The short answer is possibly and you should immediately contact an experienced family law lawyer. New Jersey law regarding a custodial parent’s right to relocate from the State of New Jersey with a child has recently changed. The standard applied by the Court is whether the relocation of the child is in the best interests of the child. The court must apply several factors to determine the best interests of the child. The Court will consider the existing custody and parenting time order in deciding whether you can relocate. If your application is granted the Court will also determine an appropriate parenting time schedule for future visits between your daughter and her father to ensure that your daughter’s safety and best interests are protected at all times. Child support is a right that belongs to your daughter and cannot and is not impacted in any way by custody. She is entitled to support regardless of whether her father exercises parenting time. It is important to protect your interests and have an experienced family law lawyer advocate for your interests and ensure that both you and your daughter’s interests are protected. I hope this information was helpful to you.

Q. I had a child with my ex-boyfriend while still legally married, but now I want my husband involved, not my ex.: 13 April 2018; A: Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about the custody of your child. The short answer is you should immediately contact an experienced family law lawyer. In New Jersey, in all cases involving the custody of a child, the court must always determine the best interests of the child. Custody is comprised of both “legal” and “physical” custody. The court must apply several factors to determine the best interests of the child while weighing the rights of both parents as well as the right of the child to continuing and frequent contact with both parents. Among those factors are the fitness of both parents as well as the safety of the child when in each parent’s care and custody, as well as the needs of the child (including emotional and medical needs). It is important to protect your interests and have an experienced family law lawyer advocate for your interests and ensure that both you and your child’s interests are protected. I hope this information was helpful to you.

Q. If i pay child support for my children and one of them is on ssi. Should i still have to pay full amount for that child.: 13 April 2018; A: Thank you for your question. The short answer is possibly. If the child is receiving social security disability benefits on behalf of a parent, then the child support guidelines provide that these benefits must be deducted from the basic child support. Generally, if the SSD benefits received by the child is greater than the child support amount, then there may not be a child support award. However, if the child support award is greater than the SSD benefits, then you may have to pay child support. I suggest that you contact a family law attorney who can help you protect your rights. I hope this information was helpful to you.

Q. My story is long my wife is an attorney she went and got sole legal custody of our child and moved over seas.: 13 April 2018; A: Thank you for your question. The standard used to determine whether a modification of child support is warranted is whether there has been a substantial change in circumstances. The fact that the you had another son may be a reason to recalculate child support. Also, it appears that it may be awhile since child support was first calculated in your case. I suggest that you meet with an experienced family law attorney who can assess your situation and provide strategy to achieve your goals. I hope this information was helpful to you.

Q. Can I buy a house and have my wife sign something that says she will claim no part of it ?: 13 April 2018; A: Thank you for your question. Yes, it is possible to enter into a Post-nuptial Agreement while married. However many Courts are reluctant to enforce a post-nuptial agreement in the event of a divorce. There are certain standards that must be met in order to have a valid post-nuptial agreement: there must have been full disclosure by both parties, both parties must have been represented by separate legal counsel, the terms in the agreement must be fair and reasonable to both parties and there must be no evidence of duress or coercion. I suggest that you contact a family law attorney who can help you protect your rights. I hope this information was helpful to you.

Q. What county should I file child support complaint with I live in Morris my ex - Monmouth Child is with me 5 nights/week: 13 April 2018; A: Thank you for your question. You would file your application with the county where the previous court order was filed, which in this case is Monmouth County. I hope this information was helpful to you.

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Morris County Office

119 Cherry Hill Road

Suite 120

Parsippany, NJ 07054
USA

Toll-Free: (877) 850-9167

Telephone: (973) 845-8812

Bergen County Office

21 Main Street

Suite 354

Hackensack, NJ 07601
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Toll-Free: (877) 850-9167

Telephone: (201) 642-2000

Monmouth County Office

83 South Street

Suite 201

Freehold, NJ 07728
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Toll-Free: (877) 850-9167

Telephone: (732) 252-0000

Somerset County Office

135 US Highway 202/206

Suite 8

Bedminster, NJ 07921
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Toll-Free: (877) 850-9167

Telephone: (908) 333-4000

Union County Office

20 Commerce Drive, Suite 135

Cranford, NJ 07016
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Toll-Free: (877) 850-9167

Telephone: (908) 845-5000

Burlington County Office

309 Fellowship Rd

Suite 200

Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
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Toll-Free: (877) 850-9167

Telephone: (856) 441-2000

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