Atty. Sara J. Corcoran

Atty. Sara J. Corcoran

Judicial Law Clerk, Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen County, Chancery Division. Formerly with Chasan, Leyner & Lamparello in Secaucus.

Hackensack Hackensack 21 yrs experience 21 year
Call (551) 368-3841 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Sara J. Corcoran at a glance

Sara J. Corcoran is a Managing Partner based in Hackensack, New Jersey, practicing at Corcoran Family Law Group. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, alimony, and paternity. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2005), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2005), and United States Supreme Court (2016). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 2005) and Marymount-Manhattan College (B.A., 2002). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Jersey State Bar Association Bergen County Bar Association. Serands clients in Hackensack, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Judicial Law Clerk, Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen County, Chancery Division
  • Formerly with Chasan, Leyner & Lamparello in Secaucus
  • Animal Legal Defense Fund, Volunteer Attorney. 2012-2015 Rising Star Super Lawyer - New Jersey Monthly Magazine

Practice Areas Explained

Sara J. Corcoran's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

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Alimony / Spousal Support

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Paternity

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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 Hackensack 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 Sara J. Corcoran

Where is Sara J. Corcoran's law office located?
Sara J. Corcoran's law practice is located in Hackensack, New Jersey. The firm is Corcoran Family Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sara J. Corcoran handle?
Sara J. Corcoran focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, alimony, paternity. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Sara J. Corcoran practiced law?
Sara J. Corcoran has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Sara J. Corcoran go to law school?
Sara J. Corcoran earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2002).
How can I contact Sara J. Corcoran for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Sara J. Corcoran received?
Sara J. Corcoran's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 2005
B.A.
Marymount-Manhattan College
- 2002

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 2005
United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 2016

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