Atty. Daniel A. Burton
Daniel A. Burton devotes his entire practice to matrimonial and family law matters in New Jersey.
Alimony & More Attorney · Serving Watchung, NJ · 17+ Years Experience
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About Daniel A. Burton at a Glance
Daniel A. Burton is an Attorney based in Watchung, New Jersey, practicing at Lawrence Law. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, alimony, and prenup. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2009) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2010). Educated at Widener University School of Law (J.D., 2009) and Duquesne University (B.S.B.A., 2006). Active member of font-size: 16px ">New Jersey U, S, and District Court District of New Jersey. Serves clients in Watchung, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel A. Burton
- Daniel A. Burton devotes his entire practice to matrimonial and family law matters in New Jersey
- Dan represents clients in all aspects of matrimonial and family law, including all stages of divorce litigation, civil union and domestic partnership litigation, divorce mediation and arbitration, custody and parenting time issues, alimony and child support, pre-nuptial agreements, separation and matrimonial settlement agreements, post-judgment litigation, and domestic violence matters
- Dan has particular experience dealing with cohabitation issues
- Cohabitation is defined as a mutually supportive, intimate, personal relationship, tantamount to marriage, that includes the duties and privileges commonly associated with married couples
- A finding of cohabitation by the supported spouse/partner, pursuant to the language in the parties’ Agreement, can impact alimony by either modifying, suspending, or terminating it entirely based upon the facts and circumstances
- Dan once tried a divorce case that spanned 78 days, over a period of eight months, involving complex financial and custodial issues requiring considerable amounts of expert testimony
- Throughout his career, Dan has handled more than 800 contested divorce matters across all counties in New Jersey
- Dan has also argued cases before the Appellate Division
- Dan handles family law matters throughout all of New Jersey
- An advocate for his clients, Dan is accessible and responsive, committed to his clients during one of their toughest times
- The facts and circumstances of each case are different, requiring Dan to get elbows deep into every case and to understand how the facts of a specific case can change the outcome
- As there is no standard playbook or cookie-cutter approach to family law cases, Dan makes it his job to get to know the client and learn the client’s goals
- He understands that most clients have not been involved in family law cases, and he acts as an advocate, teacher, attorney, and litigator to guide them through the process
- Dan has been Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney
- Dan is a Trustee for the Somerset County Bar Association and serves as an Early Settlement Panelist in Somerset County
- He currently serves on the District XIII Fee Arbitration Committee in Somerset County
- He has lectured for New Jersey ICLE, Somerset County Bar Association, and Somerset County Inns of Court on a variety of family law issues
- In addition to being active in the Somerset County Bar Association, Dan is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association and an active participant in its Membership Committee, including being a member of the Young Lawyers Division sub-committee of the Family Law Executive Committee
- Dan has been an integral part in drafting amicus briefs before the Supreme Court in various cases
- Prior to entering private practice, Dan served as Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Eugene A. Iadanza, J.S.C., Superior Court of New Jersey, Family Division, Monmouth County
- Dan has been recognized as a Super Lawyer’s Rising Star for 2021 through 2024
- The Super Lawyers List is issued by Thompson Reuters
- A description of the selection methodology can be found here
- Dan has been named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for 2021 through 2025
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- No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey
- Dan was a presenter on October 14th, 2024 for Family Law Hot Tips – Let’s Talk About Tech
- Professional Affiliations American Bar Association New Jersey State Bar Association • Young Lawyers Division • Family Law Section • Young Lawyers Subcommittee Somerset County Bar Association • Young Lawyers Division • Co-Chair Monmouth County Bar Association
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel A. Burton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel A. Burton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Watchung.
Divorce in Watchung
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 in Watchung
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Family Law in Watchung
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Alimony / Spousal Support in Watchung
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Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements in Watchung
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Watchung
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.
Watchung Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Watchung-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Watchung Choose Daniel A. Burton
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel A. Burton's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, family law, alimony, and prenup.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel A. Burton brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey, Daniel A. Burton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and family law, Daniel A. Burton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Watchung
A Watchung-based practice means Daniel A. Burton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel A. Burton Handles in Watchung
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel A. Burton directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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