Atty. Amy Wechsler

Atty. Amy Wechsler

Attorney Amy Wechsler has been practicing law since 1985. She practices exclusively in the area of family law.

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Profile Summary

About Amy Wechsler at a glance

Amy Wechsler is a family law and adr attorney based in Watchung, New Jersey, practicing at Lawrence Law LLC. Educated at Rutgers University–Newark (J.D., 1985). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation (2026). Serands clients in Watchung, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Attorney Amy Wechsler has been practicing law since 1985
  • She practices exclusively in the area of family law
  • She is certified by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a matrimonial attorney and is an accredited divorce and family mediator and trained arbitrator
  • She is also a collaboratively trained practitioner
  • Ms. Wechsler lectures and presents at the New Jersey State Bar Association as well as the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education

Practice Areas Explained

Amy Wechsler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Amy Wechsler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Amy Wechsler is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New Jersey →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Watchung are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Amy Wechsler

Where is Amy Wechsler's law office located?
Amy Wechsler's law practice is located in Watchung, New Jersey. The firm is Lawrence Law LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Amy Wechsler handle?
Amy Wechsler focuses on family law, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
Where did Amy Wechsler go to law school?
Amy Wechsler earned their education at (J.D., 1985).
How can I contact Amy Wechsler for a consultation?
You can contact Amy Wechsler directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Amy Wechsler received?
Amy Wechsler's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers University–Newark
- 1985

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Collaborative Law: Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law Mediation
- 2026

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