Tanya L. Freeman
Real World Experience for Real World Problems
I practice family law so I can support people through some of the most challenging transitions of their lives. I can help you with legal representation in all aspects of family law, including divorce, child and spousal support, child custody, interstate custody and relocation disputes, as well as domestic violence matters. As the Managing Partner of the Family Law Practice at Callagy Law, I work with a team of passionate negotiators and experienced litigators who advocate tirelessly for our clients. Whatever issue you are facing, you deserve my experienced team by your side.
After fifteen years in the banking and insurance industries, I entered the family law field knowing I could make a significant contribution to individuals and their families with my unique combination of financial, legal, and negotiation skills. I am proud of what my team and I have been able to achieve, becoming one of the most compassionate and innovative family law practices in New Jersey.
Because of my extensive corporate audit background, I am the best option for clients with high-net-worth cases involving significant assets, as well as cases concerning owners of closely held businesses. I have had the pleasure of developing customized strategies for corporate executives, professional athletes, television personalities, and other high-profile celebrities.
More about me:
I graduated cum laude from Touro College, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center and was awarded my undergraduate degree cum laude from Caldwell University.
As much as possible, I give back to my professional and personal communities. I have lectured on a variety of legal issues including, custody, child support, and relocation law to fellow attorneys on behalf of the New Jersey State Bar Association's Institution for Continuing Legal Education. In October 2018, I was appointed by the Governor to serve as Chair of the Board of Directors for University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey.
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
- Child Support
- Grandparent Visitation
- Zoom
- GoToMeeting
- Microsoft Teams
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- New Jersey
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Managing Partner Family Law Practice Group
- Callagy Law
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- Chairperson of the Board of Directors
- University Hospital, Newark, NJ
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- Chairperson of the Board of Directors
- Principal
- Offit Kurman, P.A.
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- Partner/Chair Family Law Department
- Weiner Law Group, LLP
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- Managing Partner
- Tanya Freeman Law LLC
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- Counsel
- New Jersey Federation of Republican Women
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- Special Civil Part Mediation Program
- Hudson County Superior Court
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- Managing Partner
- Freeman Hughes Freeman, LLC
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- Partner
- Law Offices of Brian C. Freeman, LLC
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- Summer Intern for the Hon, Michelle Hollar-Gregory, JSC
- Essex County Superior Court
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- Legal Extern
- Federal Court Eastern District of New York
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- Practice Administrator
- Law Offices of Brian C Freeman, LLC
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- Senior Manager/Auditor
- Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield
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- Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
- J.D. | Law
- Honors: Cali Award for Civil Rights Clinic, Cali Award for for Appellate Advocacy, Cali Award for Computer-Assisted Legal instruction, Cali Award for Federal Judicial Clerkship, Cali Award for Best Oral Advocate and Graduated Cum Laude
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- Caldwell College
- B.A. | Government
- Honors: Graduated Cum Laude
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- Family Practitioner of the Year
- Essex County Bar Association
- New Jersey Rising Stars
- Top Lawyers
- New Jersey's Outstanding Young Lawyers
- Top Attorneys
- Morris County Top Family Law Lawyer
- Morris Essex Health & Life Magazine
- New Jersey's Best Lawyers for Families
- New Jersey Family Magazine
- Hudson County Bar Association
- Trustee
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- The Justice Virginia Long family Law American Inn of Court
- Barrister
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- New Jersey Federation of Republican Women
- Member and Counsel
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- Association of Black Women Lawyers of New Jersey
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- Essex County Bar Association
- Member
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- Hudson County Bar Association
- Member, Family Law Committee
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- New Jersey State Bar Association
- Member, Family Law Section
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- American Bar Association
- Member, Family Law Section
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- Garden State Bar Association
- Member
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- National Bar Association
- Member
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- American Heart Association of Northern New Jersey
- Chairperson of The Circle of Red Campaign
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- Activities: Raising money to fund programs that raise awareness of heart disease and research to prevent it.
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- Hudson American Inns of Court
- Barrister
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- University of Phoenix, jersey City campus
- Board of Trustees
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- Juvenile Justice/Family Committee for Hudson County, NJ
- MCC Chairperson
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- Jack and Jill of America, Inc
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- Salvation Army of Hudson County, NJ
- Board of Trustees
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- " Ten Things to Consider Before You Say I Do "
- Union County Women's Journal
- " Your Legal Checkup "
- Union County Women's Journal
- Interviewing Skill, Independent Colleges and University of New Jersey,
- African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, Corporate Awards Dinner,
- DEI & Alternative Dispute Resolution, New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
- Business Development – Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey
- Cultural Competence & the Client Intake Process
- Website
- Website
Tanya Freeman Weiner Lesniak
- Q. Is it possible to get paternity on a 16, 14 and 8 year old that I currently pay child support for and stop support?
- A: If you have an existing child support order, it may be difficult to challenge paternity, this is an issue that should have been raised at the onset of the case. You should consult an attorney to determine if the particular facts in your case warrant making such an application to the court.
