Atty. William P. Lemega
William is a skilled trial attorney who focuses his practice on complex matrimonial and family law matters including but not limited to divorce, mediation, property division, alimony, child custody and parenting time issues, child support, adoption, post-judgment litigation, prenuptial agreements, appellate practice, and domestic violence matters. William has been awarded the designation of Certified Matrimonial Attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey, which is a designation achieved by only 2% of the attorneys in the State of New Jersey.
Alimony & More Attorney · Serving Somerville, NJ · 17+ Years Experience
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About William P. Lemega at a Glance
William P. Lemega is a Partner based in Somerville, New Jersey, practicing at Lyons & Associates, P.C.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, business, and child support. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2009) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2009). Educated at The New England School of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of Scranton (B.S. Criminal, 2004). Serves clients in Somerville, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About William P. Lemega
- William is a skilled trial attorney who focuses his practice on complex matrimonial and family law matters including but not limited to divorce, mediation, property division, alimony, child custody and parenting time issues, child support, adoption, post-judgment litigation, prenuptial agreements, appellate practice, and domestic violence matters
- William has been awarded the designation of Certified Matrimonial Attorney by the Supreme Court of New Jersey, which is a designation achieved by only 2% of the attorneys in the State of New Jersey
- In 2018, 2019, and 2020, he was selected to be included on the list of New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Stars for Family Law
- Also in 2020, William was selected as a Top Lawyer in Morris County by Morris/Essex Health & Life Magazine and included on the list of 10 Best Attorneys for Exceptional and Outstanding Client Service, as published by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- William is admitted to practice in the State of New Jersey and the U.S
- District Court, District of New Jersey
- He is a member of the American Bar Association, the New Jersey Bar Association, the Morris County Bar Association, the Morris County Chamber of Commerce, and serves as a Panelist on the Morris, Hunterdon and the Somerset County Early Settlement Panels
- In 2018, the Supreme Court appointed William to the District Ethics Committee for Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren Counties (DEC XIII), upon which he continues to serve
- William received his bachelor’s degree from The University of Scranton and graduated from The New England School of Law in Boston, Massachusetts
- After graduating law school, William enjoyed a judicial clerkship for the Honorable Thomas J. Critchley, Jr., J.S.C., in the Morris County Superior Court, Family Part
- Since then, he has devoted his private practice exclusively to matrimonial and family law matters
Practice Areas Explained
William P. Lemega's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William P. Lemega handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Somerville.
Divorce in Somerville
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 Somerville
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Family Law in Somerville
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Business & Corporate Law in Somerville
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Child Support in Somerville
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Somerville
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 Somerville 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.
Somerville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Somerville-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 Somerville Choose William P. Lemega
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 William P. Lemega's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, family law, business, and child support.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
William P. Lemega 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, William P. Lemega 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, William P. Lemega can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Somerville
A Somerville-based practice means William P. Lemega attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues William P. Lemega Handles in Somerville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters William P. Lemega has experience with under New Jersey law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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