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Attorney Chappell holds a Bachelor’s of Arts Summa Cum Laude in Political Science and Government from Framingham State University and a Juris Doctorate from UMass School of Law at Dartmouth where she was a Dean’s Honors Fellow mentor, and a research & writing assistant and tutor.  In addition to her legal credentials she has a corporate background which includes positions held within several industries including in architectural engineering, military and government technology contracts, financial investment services and national construction management.. Attorney Chappell is admitted in several courts including: The United States Supreme Court, United States Bankruptcy Court D. Massachusetts, United States District Court D. Massachusetts, and state courts in both Massachusetts and Connecticut.  She has more than ten years of litigation experience as co-counsel on important Massachusetts’ public law cases including the politically charged, landmark case which resulted in the creation of the UMass School of Law at North Dartmouth, and Cahill v. Exodus Medical Transportation, a decision which held that an employer can be held liable for the off duty conduct of a female supervisor when her conduct affected the terms and conditions of a male subordinate’s employment.. In addition to public law cases, Attorney Chappell has extensive experience in all aspects of family law within the Massachusetts’ Probate and Family Courts.  She is a litigator, a Massachusetts trained mediator, a certified collaborative civil practitioner in business and employment dispute resolution and a limited assistance (LAR) provider within Massachusetts Probate and Family Court system.. Online booking is offered for added convenience.

Marc J. Poles primarily practices in the area of divorce and family law and handles cases involving custody (including relocation/removal and child abduction), visitation, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, enforcement of prior court orders, domestic violence, and pre/post nuptial agreements. He also handles municipal court and other civil litigation. In 2011, Marc served as the Law Clerk to the Honorable William R. DeLorenzo, Jr., J.S.C. in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen County, Family Part. He is licensed to practice law in New Jersey and New York.

Jenny Birz is a member of the New Jersey and New York Bars.  Her practice is devoted entirely to the area of family and matrimonial law, which includes all aspects of divorce, child custody, alimony, child support, and domestic violence.. Jenny earned her Bachelor of Arts from New York University and her Juris Doctor from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law.  Following her graduation from law school, she completed a judicial clerkship with the Honorable Barry A. Weisberg, J.S.C., in the Family Part in Middlesex County.  Jenny has since refined her skills through employment with several promiment matrimonial law firms in the State of New Jersey, during which time she managed cases from initial pleadings through final hearings.  Jenny handles complex disputes involving equitable distribution of assets, alimony, custody, and child support.. Jenny has been recognized as a “New Jersey Super Lawyer – Rising Stars” by New Jersey Monthly Magazine in 2014, 2015, and 2016.  Her complete profile, peer endorsements, awards and recognitions, and additional background information may be viewed on Avvo, an independent legal organization.

Jerry Elashmawy is a life-time resident of Bergen County, New Jersey and maintains very strong ties throughout the community.. Jerry is a highly skilled attorney with over 14 years of trial experience and is a strong advocate for his clients.. Jerry is compassionate and cares about his clients and strives to obtain the best results possible. He prides himself on always being available to meet with and speak to his clients and putting them at ease during their diffuclities.

Anne M. Fox has been a partner with Rubenstein, Meyerson, Fox, Mancinelli, Conte & Bern, PA. since 2001. She is an experienced litigator with a diversified background, having handled complex commercial cases, estate litigation, employment law matters and medical malpractice cases. She also has extensive experience in real estate transactions, both residential and commercial. Today she concentrates solely on matrimonial law. She handles complex divorce litigation involving custody and parenting time disputes, as well as litigating cases with significant financial issues.. Ms. Fox handles domestic violence trials and Division of Youth and Family Services matters. Additionally, she serves as pro bono counsel participating in the Alternatives to Domestic Violence Program.. Ms. Fox served as an adjunct professor at the Ramapo College of New Jersey teaching Business Law. She is a certified mediator. Ms. Fox serves on the Early Settlement Panel program assisting in settling matrimonial cases in the Superior Court, Bergen County, New Jersey. She had the privilege of serving as an intern for the Honorable Arthur J. Leseman, Bergen County, Superior Court of New Jersey. She is held in high regard by the judiciary and receives many court appointments as counsel to children and the elderly.. Ms. Fox is a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association, the Bergen County Bar Association, Women Lawyers in Bergen County, and the Association for Family and Conciliation Courts. She was named to Ten Leaders of Matrimonial & Divorce Law of Northern New Jersey Age 45 & Under in 2004. In her Ten Leaders profile, Ms. Fox is described by her colleagues as “a very capable, practical attorney, who is reasonable, yet tough when she needs to be.”

Attorney Jake A. Sambito was born and raised in Massachusetts and represents clients in family law matters such as divorces, custody, and other probate and family law issues. These matters are often emotional and complex, and Attorney Sambito has effectively resolved countless family law disputes throughout Massachusetts. He prides himself on successfully negotiating often complex financial and domestic issues, finding creative solutions for his clients. Clients often compliment him on his compassion, understanding, and ability to genuinely relate to their domestic issues. Attorney Sambito has trial and litigation experience throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in various trial courts.. In addition to probate and family law, Attorney Sambito has experience with landlord-tenant matters in Housing Court. He has represented both landlords and tenants in many evictions and other housing-related proceedings. Attorney Sambito also practices in the District and Superior Courts throughout Massachusetts, litigating various civil matters.. Outside of work, Attorney Sambito loves music, exploring New England, being outdoors, and spending time with his family and friends.. Attorney Sambito earned his undergraduate degree with honors from Fitchburg State University. During college, he had the distinct privilege of being chosen to work for Governor Deval Patrick at the Massachusetts State House. He earned his law degree from The Massachusetts School of Law and was part of the nationally acclaimed Thurgood Marshall Mock Trial Competition, placing fourth in the country and earning him a Governor’s Citation. While attending law school, Attorney Sambito worked as a law clerk for a well-known law firm outside of Boston, specializing in wrongful death and medical malpractice claims against large corporate entities.

Robyn N. Howlett is an attorney with Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, who received her Juris Doctorate from New York Law School. While in law school, Ms. Howlett served as an intern for the Honorable Francis DeStefano, J.S.C. concentrating her practice in family law related matters. After graduation from law school, she served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Louis F. Locascio, J.S.C. in the Superior Court, Monmouth County Family Part. Prior to attending law school, Ms. Howlett received her undergraduate degree from Wagner College, Staten Island, NY.. Ms. Howlett is admitted to the New Jersey Bar, the New Jersey District Court Bar and the New York Bar. Her practice has been and remains exclusively concentrated in matrimonial and family law, where she is dedicated to serving the best interests of her clients in all matters.. Ms. Howlett has been designated by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Certified Matrimonial Attorney, a certification achieved by only 2% of attorneys in New Jersey. Ms. Howlett is also trained in the alternative dispute resolution method of collaborative divorce, which better enables her to avoid litigation through this non-adversarial settlement process.. Ms. Howlett has been named by the American Institute of Legal Counsel as one of the 10 Best Client Satisfaction for Family Law in New Jersey. She has multiple years of being selected as a New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Star. She has successfully handled a variety of cases in her practice of family and matrimonial law for over a decade. Ms. Howlett has experience with all aspects of family law litigation, including contested issues of custody, parenting time, child support, alimony and equitable distribution of assets as well as domestic violence matters and dissolution of domestic partnerships and civil unions. Ms. Howlett has authored numerous articles and lectured on various divorce-related topics over the last several years.. She is also a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the Mercer County Bar Association, the Monmouth County Bar Association, the American Trial Lawyers Association and the Collaborative Divorce Group Professionals.. Robyn Howlett & WLG delivering positive results. “After coming to terms with needing to seek counsel for my divorce, I did my research and arranged a few consultations to determine which attorney would be in my best interest to assist with my needs. Within 10 minutes of my consultation with Mrs Robyn Howlett, I was confident she was the right decision.. Mrs. Howlett has been supportive, assertive, and extremely professional during this hardship I was presented with. Her communication via emails and/or calls were constant and prompt throughout. If a one-on-one call was needed to discuss a topic in-depth, she arranged a call so we could discuss. She is extremely knowledgeable with this portion of the law, and always considered my interest and feelings as main priority. Her professionalism, goes further than words can describe. Throughout the process, Mrs. Howlett reassured me everything was going to work out. Although we hear that phrase often during our lives, I was confident it would be from the experience and knowledge I have already previously received from Robyn.. I honestly cannot express my gratitude from Mrs. Howlett’s hard work and effort she displayed on my behalf. If you are looking for positive results from a divorce, Mrs. Robyn Howlett and Weinberger Law Group is a great choice!”Jonathon B.. Schedule a Free Consultation with Robyn

Michele Crupi is a partner and co-chair of the Firm's Family Law Department with over 20 years experience. Ms. Crupi was a duly elected member of the International English Honor Society of Sigma Tau Delta from Seton Hall University in 1994 and graduated Cum Laude from Brooklyn Law School in 1997. She was admitted to the New Jersey and New York Bars in 1998. Following law school, she served as judicial law clerk to the Honorable Melvin S. Whitken, J.S.C., Presiding Judge of the Family Part, Superior Court, Union County during the 1997-1998 term. She also clerked for the Honorable John J. Callahan, Judge of the Family Part, Superior Court, and Union County through his retirement in October 1997.. Ms. Crupi is a member of the New Jersey, New York, Monmouth, Ocean and Richmond County Bar Associations. She is the President of the Woman's Lawyers in Monmouth County, a member of the Monmouth County Family Law Committee, and a member of the Family Law Executive Committee of the New Jersey State Bar Association. She is also a panelist in the Early Settlement Panel Program in Ocean County. In addition, she actively participates as an arbitrator for the City of New York Civil Court in Richmond County.. Divorce and other issues involving your family can change your life in long-lasting ways. When struggling with a difficult family law matter it's important to have an experienced and trustworthy advocate fighting for you.. At the law firm of LaRocca Hornik Rosen Patti & Crupi LLC, in Freehold, New Jersey, we provide results-oriented representation in all aspects of family law. Having helped hundreds of people through difficult times, we understand the legal, financial and personal issues you face. Our attorneys will do everything possible to achieve a satisfactory outcome for you.. Dealing with divorce often means you face multiple issues at the same time. Maybe you have not seen your children for months. Perhaps you have been served with a restraining order and are unable to enter your home. Maybe you are struggling to meet your new financial obligations. These and other things can push a person to the edge.. At our law firm, we understand what you're going through and are there to help. We will begin by listening — to your problems, your fears and your hopes for the future. We will then develop a strategy that makes sense and is designed to resolve your issues in a timely and cost-effective manner.. As the legal process moves forward, we will work diligently to achieve your desired result in settlement negotiations, mediation sessions, arbitration and in litigation. You will have confidence, knowing that an experienced legal team is on your side. We are passionate about protecting you and finding workable solutions that allows you to move forward with your life.

Lauren Kelly (Cahill) joined the firm in September 2009. Lauren was admitted to the New Jersey Bar in 2008. She is experienced in all family law matters including divorce, custody, visitation, equitable distribution, pre-nuptial agreements, enforcement and modification applications, grandparents’ rights, appeals and post-judgment issues.. Lauren has served as an Early Settlement Panelist in Monmouth County since 2017 to assist the Court in settling cases. She has also served as an Early Settlement Panelist in both Middlesex and Ocean Counties. Lauren also offers mediation services as well.. Lauren earned a Bachelor of Arts, cu laude from the University of South Carolina and her J.D. from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law in 2008, Prior to her entry into private practice, Lauren served as a law clerk to the Honorable Honora O’Brien Kilgallen, the Presiding Judge of the Family part in Monmouth County Superior Court, Chancery Division.. While in law school, she clerked for the Honorable Brian Sullivan of the Third Judicial Circuit in Detroit, Michigan and acted as her Class President during her second and third years in law school.. Lauren was a semi-finalist in the Ernie Goodman Moot Court Competition and was the recipient of the Book Award while attending law school.. Lauren is a lifelong resident of Monmouth County. She is a member of the Monmouth County Bar Association and the volunteer organization Impact 100.