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Ethics and Professionalism
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Kevin Mazza
March 18, 2021
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10
Whether it is being a zealous advocate for his clients, his knowledge of and experience in family law, and his reputation with the bench and bar, Mr. Yudes is an excellent lawyer.
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Biography
James P. Yudes is a renowned family law and divorce attorney in New Jersey and the founder of The Law Offices of James P. Yudes. Mr. Yudes founded the firm in 1978, and has provided high-end legal services throughout the state ever since. He is a highly respected legal professional, and is often called on to give lectures for other attorneys and law school students. In response to his exceptional legal services, several organizations have awarded Mr. Yudes with prestigious awards, including New Jersey Super Lawyers 2007, ranking as a Martindale Hubbell A.V. preeminent lawyer, and admission as a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, among other honors.
Practice Areas
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Additional Practice Areas
- Alimony
- Antenuptial Agreements
- Child Suport
- Custody / Visitation
- Equitable DIstribution
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- New Jersey
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- 3rd Circuit
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- U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
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- U.S. Supreme Court
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- United States Tax Court
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Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
- Partner
- The Law Office of James P. Yudes, P.C.
- - Current
Education
- Villanova University School of Law
- J.D.
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- Villanova University
- B.S.B.A.
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Awards
- New Jersey Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers
- 2007-2015
- Distinguished Service Award
- New Jersey Institute of Continuing Legal Education
- 2004-2008
- Who's Who in American Law
- Who's Who
- Who's Who Among Outstanding Americans
- Who's Who
- A.V. rating
- Martindale-Hubbell
Professional Associations
- New Jersey State Bar # 015841975
- Member
- Current
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- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
- Fellow
- Current
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- New Jersey State Bar Association
- Trustee
- Current
- Activities: Chairman, Family Law section
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- Union County Early Settlement Program
- Past Chairman
- Current
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- International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
- Fellow
- Current
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- New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section
- Chairman
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- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
- Board of Managers
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Yudes Consumer Guide to a New Jersey Divorce
- Yudes Family Law Citator
Speaking Engagements
- New Jersey Family Law Update, Institute for Continuing Legal Education (I.C.L.E.)
Certifications
- Certified Matrimonial Attorney
- Supreme Court of New Jersey
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