SJM_Weinberg Profile_0423FINAL.qxp_profile 4 / 25 / 23 2 : 23 PM Page 1 PROMOTION B U S I N E S S S P O T L I G H T Warmhearted Warrior No one ever plans on getting divorced ; however , when a marriage breaks down , is by no means a sign of weakness , as he is component to mediation is full and complete it may be the only solution . The team always prepared to fight the good fight financial disclosure by both parties . However , through even the most challenging of cases mediation would not be appropriate in mat - at Weinberg , Kaplan & Smith is to the benefit of his clients and their families . ters involving domestic violence or emotional committed to providing its clients with “ Emotions often run high , and there is abuse , or in circumstances where there is caring , top - notch legal representation no one - size - fits - all approach for any divorce , ” unequal bargaining power between the par - he says . “ Often a client will initially feel ties . ” throughout the entire divorce process . tremendous unease as everything they hold Weinberg notes that the New Jersey by KAREN NIMETZ dear is potentially in jeopardy . A divorce can family court system is designed to facilitate nding a marital union can be a difficult be one of the most difficult , if not the most resolution , and that the vast majority of decision with a variety of challenges , difficult , periods in one’s life . Many divorce divorce cases will settle at some point in E particularly when children are involved . clients will experience a variety of emotions . the litigation process . “ Some matters resolve It is often a stressful and complicated process The role of the matrimonial attorney is to relatively quickly , while others may not that requires the intervention of a skilled be sensitive to that while maintaining focus reach a full resolution until the eve of divorce attorney . The ex - and assisting the client to trial , ” he says . “ If custody , support , and / or perienced legal practition - achieve a favorable outcome property distribution issues cannot be re - ers at Weinberg , Kaplan & through negotiation and / or solved through negotiation , each party Smith focus on matrimonial litigation . ” has the right to have a Judge decide the law and have both the re - He adds , “ The key is to issue or issues in dispute at trial after con - sources and know - how to remain strong and focused sidering the testimony and evidence pre - ensure the best possible re - upon what is important to sented . ” sults for their clients . the client . The attorney Though every divorce case is unique in Located in Marlton , the should be there to advise , terms of what the main issues are and how firm is composed of seven inform , and guide the client both parties address these concerns , there dedicated litigators who through this challenging is a time frame that must be adhered to . work collaboratively as a period of time to make in - Weinberg explains , “ The preference of the team . Michael Weinberg is formed decisions . While in - court system and administrative offices is Michael Weinberg a key member of that team , put and recommendations that divorces be concluded within one year having joined the practice several years should certainly be provided by the attorney , of the complaint filing . ” This process can be ago . A seasoned and accomplished attorney , I do not believe that it is the role of the at - a bit confusing as well as draining on someone Weinberg was recently named “ Lawyer of torney to make the decision for the client . ” who is already dealing with heartache and the Year in Cherry Hill , N.J . ” by Best Lawyers Under the New Jersey rules of court , uncertainty . Having the right attorney on in America 2022 . He truly understands the attorneys are required to make their clients their side can make all the difference from gamut of emotions involved with a divorce , aware of dispute resolution alternatives at the onset of filing to the final outcome . saying , “ As a counselor at law , it is important the beginning of the divorce representation . Weinberg and the entire staff at Wein - to remember that you are dealing with in - One of these options is mediation . Weinberg berg , Kaplan & Smith are ready and able to dividuals who are going through an incred - explains , “ mediation is a voluntary settle - provide solid legal representation and advice ibly difficult and challenging time in their ment process whereby the individuals meet that will protect their clients while offering lives . It is essential that the attorney be with a neutral third party who is there to the support and guidance each client needs ? sensitive to that while also helping guide facilitate negotiation while not providing and deserves . the client to navigate through the myriad legal advice . ” He says the mediation process of issues that arise during the course of the can take different forms and is sometimes Weinberg , Kaplan & Smith , P.A . matter . ” not a viable option . “ Mediation can be an 8000 Sagemore Drive , Suite 8301 | Marlton While Weinberg’s thoughtful demeanor effective way to lessen conflict and narrow ( 856 ) 795 - 9400 | WKSNJLaw.com is essential to his interaction with clients , it or resolve the issues in dispute . An essential SOUTH JERSEY MAGAZINE volume 20 issue 1 SouthJerseyMagazine.com 34 |