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NJ Divorce Mediation | Senoff & Enis Family Law Firm

New facility with dedicated mediation rooms.

Senoff & Enis Family Law Firm Mediation Faclity

Senoff & Enis Family Law Firm Attorneys
Are Certified Matrimonial Mediators

In New Jersey, mediation is one of the methods used to resolve divorce cases while avoiding the litigation process. Individuals utilizing mediation can drastically reduce he amount of time and resources spent in litigation. The mediation process involves a neutral third party, typically a lawyer, who assists the individual with the ongoing legal issues.

As a result, mediation is a fair, neutral process in which the mediator is an objective third-party and has no personal interest in the outcome beyond assisting the parties to reach an amicable settlement.

NJ Divorce Mediation | Senoff & Enis Family Law Firm:

Q: What is mediation?

A: Mediation is a dispute resolution process in which an impartial third party (the mediator) facilitates negotiations among the parties to help them reach a mutually acceptable settlement.

Q: What is the difference between mediation and arbitration?

A: One major distinction between mediation and arbitration is that, unlike an arbitrator, a mediator does not make a decision about the outcome of the case. The parties control the process and settlement.

Both parties, with the assistance of their attorneys, work toward a solution with which they are comfortable.

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Q: What are the benefits of mediation?

A: The benefits of mediation include confidentiality of the proceedings, and the opportunity for the parties to create their own mutually acceptable agreement. The parties take an active role in resolving their own disputes. In most instances, mediation saves the parties time and money.

Client Testimonials

of Senoff & Enis Family Law Firm

"I originally consulted with Ira Senoff in 2018 and he did not put pressure on me to file my divorce. He gave me great sound advice, and took the time to explain all the steps I would have go through. When the time came for me to finally go through with my divorce in 2022, I had no doubt I would hire Ira. Ira and his staff were always there for me when ever I had a question or needed advice. He knew the full extent of the law and was strong leader for me as I was very timid and always wanted to give in. For that I am grateful! I would highly recommend Ira and his partners for any legal assistance you might need!"

"A friend referred me to Ira Senoff to help me with modifying a divorce order was 15+ years old. The original order was to say the least "not good" for me. Ira is a knowledgeable individual who speaks to you like a real person in real words not like the typical lawyer. He is highly respected by his peers and they know what his capabilities are, meaning he isn't going to get walked all over like my original attorney did. I have already recommended him and will continue to recommend him to everyone."

"I highly recommend Ira Senoff & his team. I went through a very complicated divorce that involved many moving parts including businesses, properties & child custody. Ira & his team of professional family attorneys guided me through this difficult time in my life & exceeded my expectations in every way."

"I should have hired Counselor Michael right away. But after firing my previous lawyer, I made a very good choice by using Michael Guntenski Esquire as my divorce lawyer. He is a leader in the profession who is generous with his time. Mike is a compassionate advocate and an experienced litigator and made sure I got what I wanted in my settlement as my divorce was rough and could have been a lot more difficult had it not been for Mike. He arrived for every appearance on time and prepared. He continually kept up with the opposing attorney, repeatedly negotiating on my behalf. He always kept me up to date and informed on these negotiations, and always asked for my opinion and input, and moved forward based on that input. I highly recommend using Michael Gunteski Esq."

"I have nothing but praise for the outstanding work done by Ira Senoff & Rick Schneider. Simply phenomenal from start to finish. Ira and Rick know their craft and will walk the extra mile for you. I also appreciated that they care for their clients on a personal level instead of just handling you as a "case". I am forever grateful and give my highest recommendation. I will continue to retain them for any legal matters that may arise as I know that I am in the best hands. This is hands down the best law firm out there. Thank you Ira & Rick for absolutely everything!"

"As I approached retirement and sought to terminate my “Permanent Alimony” I reached out to Rick Schneider. I explained that I want to enter retirement free from alimony and be able to enjoy the next stage of my life. From the outset, Rick demonstrated in-depth knowledge and expertise in handling divorce modifications. Rick collected the original divorce information, my current financial circumstances, and my objectives. Rick was thorough; always available. He offered guidance on checking my emotions so that emotions don’t cloud reaching the objective. Rick presented likely outcomes and helped to set expectations. As we entered mediation discussions, Rick’s expertise in such situations allowed us to evaluate and respond to the dynamics of the mediation process and reach a fair and equitable solution that allowed my “Permanent Alimony” to be terminated. If you’re in a similar situation, I’d recommend reaching out to Rick Schneider."

"Lauren Kelly Cahill is the ultimate professional. Her communication is remarkable--she responds almost immediately to any inquiries. She understood my case and took all of my concerns seriously. Even though the adversary was often unresponsive, she was able to track them down for an answer. Choosing Lauren to represent me has improved my life drastically. She fought to make my consent order more equitable and in doing so has improved my relationship with my daughter. I would recommend Lauren to anyone looking for legal counsel."

"As a younger mom, going through the process of court for custody felt extremely overwhelming. Mr. Schneider is not only extremely knowledgeable, professional and caring- but he is extremely patient and honest with every bit of advice he has ever given. No matter how busy he is, he always responds quickly and makes you feel like you’re top priority at all times. When it was time to go to Court, I arrived confident and relaxed the second I was in his presence. Rick Schneider will without a doubt have your best interests in mind- but his care and determination to put my children’s needs first and foremost throughout the entire process spoke volumes about his character. I wouldn’t ever want anyone else to advocate for my family, and I will wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone."

"I cannot say enough positive comments about Ira Senoff and Lauren Kelly! They are truly the best out there!! They continue to impress me with their expertise and dedication to my case. If you want a lawyer that will be truthful and guide you with experience and ability, then this is the family lawyer for you. Ira and Lauren really do care about each individual client. They will not tell what you want to hear but rather what you should hear!"

"I hired Ira Senoff of Senoff & Enis, LLC upon recommendation of my previous lawyer who could no longer represent me due to a conflict of interest. The first words out of Ira's mouth were "we need to set a plan" and that was music to my ears. It took about one full year to execute the plan and finalize the results, but the results were 100% in my favor. Ira is an expert at his craft, knows the law, sets boundaries and schedules, is well respected by his peers, and most of all is an excellent negotiator and mediator. Ira is driven to achieve the appropriate results for his client and that is not often the case in this often greedy industry."

"I have nothing but praise for the fine work done on my behalf and that of my minor child by the Senoff Law firm. My attorney Rick Schneider is smart, strategic and very thorough. His knowledge of the court system and family law, from divorce to custody, child support guidelines, mediation etc are second to none. He recognized that my main goal was securing my rights as a father to my son. He made me feel more comfortable then I thought possible during the entire process from start to finish. I felt safe and secure with his counsel and felt I had a very strong ally in my corner. Rick and his colleagues certainly handled my case to my utmost satisfaction. Thank you Rick for always keeping me sane and grounded during one of the most difficult times of my life. I sincerely thank you! More importantly, my son thanks you!!! I give Rick Schneider and the entire Senoff & Enis team my highest recommendation and my forever gratitude!"

"I had a very good experience in a very difficult time. My case was not only handled in a professional manner but also with a care that made me feel secure and confident about the outcome. I am very thankful for Lauren’s help and guidance. I am extremely happy to have chosen this firm to represent me."

"Erich Schneider , after raising two children for over ten years without any financial support from their father, I found myself feeling defeated. After an introduction to you, and in a very fast turnaround, we were finally able to hold him accountable and help secure my children financially. Fast forward a few years and a new marriage, you came to the rescue again! You took on a huge challenge, and not only helped to secure my husband’s rights as a father, but also sorted through the financial obligations, which was no easy task, and made another child’s future even brighter! There were many sleepless nights before you stepped in, and we owe a great debt of gratitude for all you have done for our blended family!"

"Lauren Kelly Cahill,Esq. and her team at Senoff & Enis, LLC Are the best team around. Lauren got the job done and made my experience easy and stressless. I always felt that she had my back and I was in good hands. Lauren was Effective, Professional and Attentive. I would Highly recommend her and this law firm to everybody."

"Michael Gunteski is the kind of lawyer that actually cares about his clients. In the divorce law business, there are so many lawyers that are all about making as much money as humanly possible at the expense of their client. Michael, however, is the exact opposite. He truly fights for his clients. He is professional, knowledgeable, and composed in court and mediation settings. Without Michael, I would not be free of my ex, have custody of my kids, and be moving on with my life. At the end of the day, Michael is who you want representing you."

"Without a doubt, my spouse and I are extremely grateful to have found Steven Enis and his team. Court is nerve-wracking to begin with, and thinking of who to choose for legal representation can be overwhelming. Thankfully, we found Mr. Enis to be personable, empathetic, and clearly an expert in his field. We felt reassured every step of our journey, and felt like he was always open to hearing our concerns. Lauren Kelly has also been an integral part in our process. She goes the extra mile. We found that she worked hard to make sure things were done timely and professionally. I cannot say enough about their services. When you see the negative reviews, just remember that in divisive situations like family court..it's expected to see disgruntled opposing parties to sling as much mud on the internet as possible. Instead, I would highly recommend for anyone reading this to sit for a consultation and see the difference for themselves."

"Mr. Schneider handled my case, which lasted 23 months and was highly stressful for me. But during which time Mr. Schneider was always quick to response to each crisis with sound judgement. advices, direction, in the up most professional manner, was always conscientious regarding the best interest of my son and overall, highly effective. Five stars is not enough to describe my appreciation, he was simply 'AWESOME'."

"From the moment I walked in to Senoff & Enis and met with my attorney Lauren Kelly, I knew I was in the right place. Lauren listened, responded, and gave me my options to prepare for court. She knew what was needed, and helped me achieve the goal that I didn't think was possible. She was quick to respond my emails & phone calls, she never sugar coated anything just kept to the facts. My case was about more then winning it was about the well being of my child and I could not have asked for a better outcome. I am so grateful for Lauren, and the entire staff at Senoff & Enis. I would refer them 10 times "

"I was referred to Ira through a friend and after my consultation I immediately wanted him to represent me through my divorce. He was honest throughout the whole ordeal and comforting at the same time. I never had an issues arise throughout the process and my divorce was final within a few months. I still have a great rapport with Ira years later and would not go to anyone else. I also tell others to go to him. He knows what he is doing and will fight for his clients."

"Without a doubt Ira is one of the finest matrimonial attorneys in the State of New Jersey. Ira has been my attorney for roughly 3 years in a very high-conflict divorce. I honestly do not think there is another attorney that would have been able to settle my case in the time frame Ira was able to. Not only did he memorize my entire file (which took up most of his office, 24 boxes full of papers) but he was also reachable after normal business hours, weekends and Holidays. He even texted and called me from his vacation when I needed him. Very professional, knowledgeable of family law and is the most well-known and respected attorney in Jersey Family courts. He walks into the courts as if he is walking into his own home. Knows everyone and everyone knows him. Anyone who retains his services will be in great hands."

"I can say that for any and all litigious or standard legal needs this is the firm for you. Professional, personable and knowledgeable are the pillars of which this firms moral cornerstone rest on, with insurmountable value and compassion for its clients. I have recommended them friends and family alike in the past and will continue to do so in the future."

"Ira and Lauren handled the adoption of my daughter. It was a pleasure doing business with them. Everything was done in a timely manner, they explained the process to us beforehand, answered every question and and were quick at handling every little hiccup. I recommend them to anyone seeking family legal help."

"I found Mr. Senoff to be pleasant, professional and to the point. He did not drag us around or run up the bill. He was able to stick with the facts and share with us our options, while helping us to keep our emotions in check. This allowed us to reasonably make appropriate decisions and reach a compromise. Thank you Mr. Senoff"

"Lauren Kelly was extremely helpful and professional. She went above and beyond to help us in every matter."

"Ira and Mike are by far the best in the business. Very professional and responsive. I appreciate everything they have done making my experience smooth and stress free."

"Could not recommend this firm more. Always professional, always highly prepared, and always responsive to the client when needed. I wouldn't go anywhere else for my legal needs."

"I have worked with Mr. Senoff on a number of cases over the years and have always found him to be very well prepared, knowledgeable of the law and facts, and very personable."

"I highly recommend Lauren and Ira"

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"I feel very indebted to Rick Schneider for successfully settling my case, which had an added level of complexity as I reside in another country and needed to domestic a Foreign Judgment. He was very knowledgeable, efficient, and explained everything clearly throughout the process. He was also extremely kind and compassionate. I highly recommend Rick Schneider to anyone requiring an attorney."

"Bottom line, I wanted a lawyer who genuinely cared. Michael Gunteski was exactly who I needed. His unwavering resolve to protecting my children was like nothing I could have hoped for. He guided me through one of the hardest times in my life with patience and dedication to doing what was right for my family and our future. My judgment was at times clouded by anger, fear, and frustration. Michael continuously reassured me that my children and I would be protected and that I would rebuild my life again. His expertise and knowledge of family law was impressive but his open-hearted approach to understanding what I was feeling was most remarkable."

"I've only used a lawyer once previously for an unrelated matter but a friend of my recommended Michael Gunteski for the situation that I was going through. After speaking with him I decided to hire Mr. Gunteski a few months ago and I must say I was very happy with his service. He was professional throughout the entire process and never failed to return any phone calls I made to him in a timely manner. He kept me informed on what was going on and made the process go as smooth as it could, all things considered! Also, his secretary Diane was very friendly and knowledgeable and helped in anyway that she could whenever Michael was out of the office or unavailable. Overall I was happy that I decided to use Mr. Gunteski and would recommend him to anyone who is going through a similar situation as I was."

The purpose of mediation:

While the purpose of mediation is not to decide who is right or wrong. Rather, the purpose of mediation is to give the parties an opportunity to settle issues including:

alimony
child support
child custody
parenting time
clear up misunderstanding
express feelings and diffuse anger
determine underlying interests or concerns
equitable distribution of all assets and liabilities
find areas of agreement, and, ultimately, incorporate these areas into solutions devised by the parties themselves

Is New Jersey Mediation Non-binding?

New Jersey Mediation is non-binding, unlike a judge the mediator does not make any decisions. Instead the mediator facilitates appropriate conversation between the disagreeable parties so that a mutually beneficial agreement can be reached.

Mediation communication is not subject to discovery or admissible in evidence in any subsequent proceeding except as provided by the New Jersey Uniform Mediation Act, N.J.S.A. 2A:23C-1 to -13.

However, a party may establish the substance of the mediation communication in any such proceeding by independent evidence.

NJ Divorce Mediation | Senoff & Enis Family Law Firm