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Like many of you, we’re closely following updates and news surrounding the COVID-19 virus. We are very concerned, as we’re sure many of you also are.

To address this issue and protect our staff, our clients, and our community, we have implemented a remote work policy.

In addition, to promote the currently recommended social distancing we are happy to offer new client consultations by phone or Zoom (video call).  

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No matter how tough your situation may be, sitting down and discussing your options could be the best decision you make for your family’s future.

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Amicable Divorce

If separating couples have shared priorities or are able to work together to determine a path forward, there are a range of alternative dispute resolution options available including mediation or collaborative practice to help you begin a new, independent future.

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Contested Divorce

Often couples disagree or cannot communicate to determine how to shape their future outside of court. In these instances, you'll need an experienced lawyer who will fiercely represent your interests on matters ranging from child custody to support.

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Our Family Law Services

Family Law

Our compassionate, commanding advocates will help you navigate your family through emotional, financial, and family issues in and out of court.
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Collaborative Divorce

Divorce with dignity: Working together with your experienced professionals to find common ground and create a new life, preserve relationships, protect your children, and achieve mutual family goals.
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Mediation

We know the best settlement is often one you negotiated yourself, but sometimes you need a little expert help to get it done. Divorce mediation fills the gap between talking at the kitchen table and reaching a mutually agreeable settlement.
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About Keith Family Law

Heather C. Keith, Esq.

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Craig S.
Heather and her team are a group of personable, knowledgeable and talented attorneys who make the difficult process of divorce a more collaborative and less daunting process. I am extremely fortunate to have Heather and her firm as a resource for my clients.
Tiffany N.
“ I like the way Heather works.She was very professional and caring.I would recommend her to anyone who needs help.I didn’t have to worry about anything.”
sam B.
Going through a divorce is possibly the most difficult thing that I had to go through in my life thus far. Family court is inefficient and unjust. Without the right attorney besides you, it can be a difficult journey that can have lifetime consequences . Heather Keith was god sent direct and to... the point, with no nonsense assessment of my situation. Gave me good advice that helped me avoid useless and expensive litigation. Don't let your emotions get the best of you. I highly recommend her.read more
Jody E.
Lawyers often get a bad rap for being heartless and cold. In my experience with Heather Keith she is direct opposite of that. Yes you pay her to take care of your legal issues, which by the way she does with a great deal of skill, but you don't pay her to care about you as a human. This is where... Heather sets herself apart. Divorce is hard and emotional. Heather helps guide you through the process with strength and support. Even when she is telling you unpleasant truths about your situation it always feels as if she understands all of your concerns. I cannot state more strongly how talented and human this woman is. In two words: hire her.read more
Heather F.
My ex-his band and I were trying to ger divorced at the end of 2018 because of the changing tax laws and because the of changes being made in the alimony formula as well. Heather and her team took my case in early December and got the job done before the end of the year. Heather was very... professional and personable and an absolute pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Keith Family Law to anyone who needs legal counsel and doesn’t know where to start.read more
Kathryn P.
I have worked with Heather on and off for years and couldn't have asked for someone better to be in my corner. Heather and the entire staff at Keith Family Law Group made what I was going through much easier. Heather has always answered any questions I had, she is honest and doesn't beat around the... bush. She's fantastic and I'm very grateful I found her!read more
Cristin-Andrea M.
Ms. Velazquez was assigned to our family visitation case in mid January 2019. She swiftly reviewed our case file, set up a settlement conference, and finalized our demands with the New Jersey court by the end of February. Ms. Velazquez is a professional who is committed and competent in her... responsibilities. We are eternally grateful for her urgency with our family matter.read more
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Our family law firm has years of experience in handling both amicable and adversarial divorce cases. Whether you need a guide through a cooperative separation or a results-driven advocate in court, our firm has an attorney prepared to handle the nuances of your unique case.

We know how divorce can tear families apart, driving wedges between spouses and their children. Divorce law issues such as alimony, child support, equitable distribution, child custody, and parenting schedules, can be complicated and stressful to negotiate. That’s not even including the complex emotions that can come with a divorce. All of these factors can make your separation far worse than it needs to be. We have years of experience working with clients from Westfield, New Jersey and beyond, helping guide them through all of the delicate issues that can arise in divorce and family law.

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From Our Clients

We’ve worked with families in a wide range of cases and scenarios. Here’s what some of our satisfied clients have said about working with us.

“I’ll put it simply – I could go on and on about how great she was and how important the efforts and professionalism of a divorce attorney are, but truthfully, I couldn’t have had a better person working for me.”

Michael

“Heather was on top of every single detail about my case and my situation. She answered all of my questions no matter how many of them I asked or whatever time it was during the day, and she was also sure to follow up and check in to see if I had any other questions or concerns. I couldn’t have asked for someone better to get me through a hard time.”
K. P.

“Not only did Ms. Keith help me resolve my case (in my favor) but she also helped me understand what I needed to do for myself and for my child to keep our lives moving forward in a positive direction. I would highly recommend Ms. Keith to anyone!”
Kat

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Let’s Talk

No matter how tough your situation may be, sitting down and discussing your options could be the best decision you make for your family’s future.

Our Family Law Services

Divorce & Separation

We provide expert legal guidance through the entire divorce process, from a period of separation to divorce finalization.
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Litigation

When matters in a divorce need to be settled in family court, our attorneys are compassionate, commanding advocates.
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Collaborative Divorce

Explore a new process of divorce that has been proven to reduce conflict, preserve families, and promote lasting marital settlement agreements.
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Mediation

Our divorce mediation services provide the expert help you need in devising a settlement agreement that both parties can live with.
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Alimony

Alimony can be an emotional and complex component of divorce. We can help negotiate an acceptable outcome for everyone involved.
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Child Custody

Let us guide you through the often sensitive and nuanced child custody process to ensure your child’s best interests are being met.
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Child Support

Child support issues can be varied and complex. We can help you ensure the wellbeing of your child is put before anything else.
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Equitable Distribution

Get the help you need to ensure all marital assets are distributed in an equitable manner between the parties involved.
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Domestic Violence

Receive the legal assistance you need in order to get you and your children out of a domestic violence situation and into safety.
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Agreements

Keep control over your divorce with an agreement reached on your schedule and tailored specifically to your needs.
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Guardianship

We provide individualized legal counsel to help you determine your best course of action for when you must step into someone else’s shoes.
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Wills & Powers of Attorney

Eliminate any uncertainty about your wishes after you have passed on or designate someone in advance to legally handle your affairs.
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Trusted Family Law Firm in North Jersey

When a couple decides that they cannot save their marriage and that the time has come for a divorce, they have options. Depending on the nature of the divorce, the proceedings can quickly become contentious and cause all parties involved a great deal of stress. Finding the right family law firm in North Jersey can help you make the proceedings go as smoothly as possible. That’s where Keith Family Law can prove beneficial.

Our family law attorneys can help craft your case and ensure your rights are protected. Guiding through the entire process begins with our mediation attorneys meeting with you to learn more about the particulars of your divorce and how our family law firm can help your case.

NJ’s Divorce Law Firm

An experienced divorce law firm can prove beneficial to divorce proceedings because they know what to expect. Whether the divorce is an amicable one or deeply contested, having a family law attorney that has been through the court system can help prepare you for the challenges that lie ahead.

Contentious divorces can tear families apart, but with specialized family lawyers working your case, you can craft a strategy that will protect your custody rights and ensure an equitable distribution of marital assets. Our family law firm in North Jersey has helped countless families sort through the complexities of their divorce and return their families to a sense of normalcy. We’ve helped clients throughout New Jersey, including the following areas:

  • Bergen County
  • Essex County
  • Hudson County
  • Somerset County
  • Middlesex County
  • Union County
  • Warren County

Our New Jersey-based divorce law firm can help ensure that the child custody aspects of your divorce are fair for all parties and keeps your children’s best interests in mind. Finding common ground to keep your children’s lives as intact as possible in the wake of a divorce becomes easier with the help of our experienced family law attorneys.

Your Experienced Mediation Attorneys

Having an experienced mediation attorney can help soothe hurt egos and ensure a fair and equitable distribution of your marital assets, no matter the type of divorce you and your spouse file for. Our family law firm in North Jersey has mediation attorneys that work with you through every step of the divorce process, so you better understand your rights and do not allow the complex emotions to cloud your judgment.

Family lawyers specialize in keeping divorce proceedings from devolving into name-calling and petty squabbles aimed at hurting the other. We have experience ensuring that our clients in Bergen County, Essex County, and Hudson County, NJ, do not feel overwhelmed by the potentially drawn-out divorce process.

Our experienced family law firm in North Jersey has our clients’ best interests in mind when we prepare a legal strategy. We specialize in providing our clients with the following services:

For couples looking for legal options in dissolving their marriage, our family law firm in North Jersey can prove an invaluable resource for your court case. We have an established track record of helping clients throughout NJ, including Hudson County, Somerset County, Middlesex County, Union County, and Warren County, find a path forward in one of the most challenging times of their lives.