Atty. Amy Wechsler

Atty. Amy Wechsler

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

Watchung Watchung 41 Years Experience 41 year
Call (908) 498-3249

Profile Summary

About Amy Wechsler at a glance

Amy Wechsler is a Partner based in Watchung, New Jersey, practicing at Lawrence Law. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1985), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1985), and U.S. Supreme Court (1996). Educated at Rutgers School of Law (J.D., 1985) and Rutgers University Graduate School of Social Work (M.S.W. University, 1976). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Watchung, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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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, parenting coordinator, and collaborative family law practitioner
  • She has trained hundreds of family law, mental health, and financial professionals in mediation and collaborative family law
  • She lectures and presents at the New Jersey State Bar Association as well as the New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
  • Mediation Experience Accredited Professional Mediator, NJ Association of Professional Mediators 1997 – Present Mediator for Economic Mediation Program in conjunction with Superior Court of New Jersey 1999 – Present Co-founder and Mediator for Somerset County Volunteer Custody Mediation Program and Speaker at Custody Mediation Workshop 1995 – Present Mediation in Private Practice 1995 – Present Faculty Instructor for Biannual ICLE Basic Mediation Training 2013 – Present Faculty Instructor for ICLE Advanced Mediation Training 2013 – Present

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.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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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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Child Support

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Alimony / Spousal Support

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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 venue, 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. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Amy Wechsler handle?
Amy Wechsler focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Amy Wechsler practiced law?
Amy Wechsler has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Amy Wechsler go to law school?
Amy Wechsler earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (M.S.W. University, 1976).
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: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Rutgers School of Law
- 1985
M.S.W. University
Rutgers University Graduate School of Social Work
- 1976

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996

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