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The complex and sensitive situations that emerge from our families require legal assistance that results in stable and positive outcomes. Our extensive experience dealing with the full spectrum of Family Law matters—divorce, custody, alimony and child support, division of property, pre- and post- nuptial agreements and domestic violence—utilizes the most appropriate method for each situation, mediation, arbitration or litigation, ensuring a calmer, more secure future for our clients.
 Collaborative law is also an option at Cohn Lifland for the resolution of family disputes. It is based on negotiation, not litigation. The three main principles are a pledge not to go to court, cooperative negotiation and the use of neutral experts. Essentially, the parties commit to resolving their differences with minimal conflict. The process depends on respect, honesty and willingness to arrive at a solution that meets the needs of the spouses/parents and their children. Trained collaborative law attorneys advise and assist in negotiating an agreement on all issues.
 Our Family Law practice group is led by one of the foremost Family Law mediators and attorneys in the state, Mary Ann Stokes. Her sensitivity to the issues and level-headed approach to their resolution are matched only by her determination to maintain a positive relationship between the parties. Ms. Stokes is also a trained collaborative law attorney. Albert L. Cohn, senior member of the group, has written and taught extensively on litigation related matters and has appeared before most family courts in New Jersey for years. The practice also includes attorneys experienced in dealing with sensitive matters and their unique issues: Joshua P. Cohn, Manuel Irizarry, Jr., Julie L. Kim and Jason C. Tuchman. Finally, the firm utilizes its attorneys who are skilled in tax and real estate law as well as trust and estate issues, when these special practice areas are involved in litigation dealing with dissolution of the marriage or the relationship of the parties.
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