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Tanya L. Freeman

Tanya L. Freeman

Real World Experience for Real World Problems
  • Divorce, Family Law, Domestic Violence
  • New Jersey
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Biography

I practice family law so I can support people through some of the most challenging transitions of their lives. I can help you with legal representation in all aspects of family law, including divorce, child and spousal support, child custody, interstate custody and relocation disputes, as well as domestic violence matters. As the Managing Partner of the Family Law Practice at Callagy Law, I work with a team of passionate negotiators and experienced litigators who advocate tirelessly for our clients. Whatever issue you are facing, you deserve my experienced team by your side.

After fifteen years in the banking and insurance industries, I entered the family law field knowing I could make a significant contribution to individuals and their families with my unique combination of financial, legal, and negotiation skills. I am proud of what my team and I have been able to achieve, becoming one of the most compassionate and innovative family law practices in New Jersey.

Because of my extensive corporate audit background, I am the best option for clients with high-net-worth cases involving significant assets, as well as cases concerning owners of closely held businesses. I have had the pleasure of developing customized strategies for corporate executives, professional athletes, television personalities, and other high-profile celebrities.

More about me:
I graduated cum laude from Touro College, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center and was awarded my undergraduate degree cum laude from Caldwell University.
As much as possible, I give back to my professional and personal communities. I have lectured on a variety of legal issues including, custody, child support, and relocation law to fellow attorneys on behalf of the New Jersey State Bar Association's Institution for Continuing Legal Education. In October 2018, I was appointed by the Governor to serve as Chair of the Board of Directors for University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey.

Education
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
J.D. | Law
Honors: Cali Award for Civil Rights Clinic, Cali Award for for Appellate Advocacy, Cali Award for Computer-Assisted Legal instruction, Cali Award for Federal Judicial Clerkship, Cali Award for Best Oral Advocate and Graduated Cum Laude
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Caldwell College
B.A. | Government
Honors: Graduated Cum Laude
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Professional Experience
Managing Partner Family Law Practice Group
Callagy Law
- Current
Chairperson of the Board of Directors
University Hospital, Newark, NJ
- Current
Chairperson of the Board of Directors
Principal
Offit Kurman, P.A.
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Partner/Chair Family Law Department
Weiner Law Group, LLP
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Managing Partner
Tanya Freeman Law LLC
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Counsel
New Jersey Federation of Republican Women
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Special Civil Part Mediation Program
Hudson County Superior Court
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Managing Partner
Freeman Hughes Freeman, LLC
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Partner
Law Offices of Brian C. Freeman, LLC
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Summer Intern for the Hon, Michelle Hollar-Gregory, JSC
Essex County Superior Court
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Legal Extern
Federal Court Eastern District of New York
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Practice Administrator
Law Offices of Brian C Freeman, LLC
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Senior Manager/Auditor
Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield
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Publications
Articles & Publications
" Ten Things to Consider Before You Say I Do "
Union County Women's Journal
" Your Legal Checkup "
Union County Women's Journal
Speaking Engagements
Interviewing Skill, Independent Colleges and University of New Jersey,
African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey, Corporate Awards Dinner,
DEI & Alternative Dispute Resolution, New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Business Development – Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey
Cultural Competence & the Client Intake Process
Matrimonial and Family Law from a Diverse Persepctive
Metropolitan Black Bar Association / Garden State Bar Association
Handling Toxic Personalities in Mediation & Settlement Conferences, NJAJ Meadowlands, Meadowlands
Professionalism and Ethics, Family Law Summer Institute
New Jersey State Bar
Second Marriages
Hot Tips in Family Law
Family Law for Paralegals
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Lights, Camera, Action!, New Jersey State Bar Mid-Year Meeting, San Juan, Puerto Rico
New Jersey State Bar
A panelist speaking on representing the high-profile client / case.
Custody Basics, NJICLE, New Jersey
NJICLE
Crafting Better Agreements, 2019 Family Law Symposium, New Brunswick, New Jersey
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
War of the Roses with Thorns, New Jersey State Bar Association Mid-year Conference, Rome, Italy
I was a panelist at the conference
The Bisbing Relocation Case, NJICLE Family Law Summer Institute, New Brunswick, NJ
New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Speaker
The Attack on the Legal Profession by Non Lawyers, 2018 Annual Convention, Atlantic City, NJ
New Jersey State Bar Association
I was a panelist
" Hot Tips in Family Law", New Jersey Institute of Continuing Legal Education, New Brunswick, New Jersey
New Jersey Institute of Continuing Legal Education
I was a speaker
The Domestic Violence Statute and Pop Culture, New Jersey State Bar Association Mid-Year Meeting, Madrid, Spain
New Jersey State Bar
Panelist
Top Ten Family Law Cases, ICLE Family Law Summer Institute, New Brunswick, New Jersey
NJ State Bar Association Institute for Continuing Legal Education
I was a speaker
Attorney Ethics in Family Law, New Jersey State Bar Association 2017 Annual Convention, Atlantic City, New Jersey
New Jersey State Bar Association
Speaker
Custody and Relocation, Top 40: Matrimonial Law's Greatest Hits, New Brunswick, New Jersey
New Jersey Institute of Continuing Legal Education
I was the speaker on the topic of Custody and Relocation
Awards
Family Practitioner of the Year
Essex County Bar Association
New Jersey Rising Stars
Top Lawyers
New Jersey's Outstanding Young Lawyers
Top Attorneys
Morris County Top Family Law Lawyer
Morris Essex Health & Life Magazine
New Jersey's Best Lawyers for Families
New Jersey Family Magazine
Panelist on the Early Settlement Panel
Essex County Superior Court Family Part
Rising Star
Super Lawyers Magazine
Superb Divorce Attorney
Avvo
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
10 Best Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Family Attorneys
Appointment as a Guardian Ad Litem
Essex County Superior Court Family Part
Appointment to the District VB Fee Arbitration Committee
Office of Attorney Ethics of the Supreme Court of New Jersey
Veritas Award for Excellence in Law and Family Services
Caldwell College
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
Superb Divorce Attorney
Avvo
Diverse Attorneys of the Year
New Jersey Law Journal
10 Best Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
Superb Divorce Lawyer
Avvo
Lead Counsel Rating
Lawinfo
Client Preeminent Rating
Martindale Hubbell
Family Lawyer of The Year
Hudson County Bar Association
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
10 Best Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
Lead Counsel Rating
Lawinfo
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
Top Ten Divorce Law Firms
The Prime buyer's Report
10 Best Client Satisfaction
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
Community Service Award
Coalition of Newark Democrat & Republican District Leaders
Resolution and Commendation For Community Service
City of Newark, Municipal Counsel
Lead Counsel Rating
Lawinfo
Certificate of Appreciation
Hudson County Superior Court
Client's Choice Award
Avvo
Lead Counsel Rating
Lawinfo
Republican Elector, Electoral College
State of New Jersey
For Exemplary Contributions to the Quality of Student Life
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
For Exemplary Contributions to the Growth of the Law Center
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
Past President
Black Law Students Association of Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
Outstanding Student Service
Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center
Superb Divorce Attorney
Avvo
Professional Associations
Hudson County Bar Association
Trustee
- Current
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The Justice Virginia Long family Law American Inn of Court
Barrister
- Current
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New Jersey Federation of Republican Women
Member and Counsel
- Current
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Association of Black Women Lawyers of New Jersey
Member
- Current
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Essex County Bar Association
Member
- Current
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Hudson County Bar Association
Member, Family Law Committee
- Current
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New Jersey State Bar Association
Member, Family Law Section
- Current
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American Bar Association
Member, Family Law Section
- Current
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Garden State Bar Association
Member
- Current
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National Bar Association
Member
- Current
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American Heart Association of Northern New Jersey
Chairperson of The Circle of Red Campaign
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Activities: Raising money to fund programs that raise awareness of heart disease and research to prevent it.
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Hudson American Inns of Court
Barrister
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University of Phoenix, jersey City campus
Board of Trustees
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Juvenile Justice/Family Committee for Hudson County, NJ
MCC Chairperson
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Jack and Jill of America, Inc
Member
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Salvation Army of Hudson County, NJ
Board of Trustees
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
New Jersey
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
    Divorce
    Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
    Family Law
    Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
    Domestic Violence
    Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights , Victims Rights
Additional Practice Areas
  • Child Support
  • Grandparent Visitation
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
Q. Is it possible to get paternity on a 16, 14 and 8 year old that I currently pay child support for and stop support?
A: If you have an existing child support order, it may be difficult to challenge paternity, this is an issue that should have been raised at the onset of the case. You should consult an attorney to determine if the particular facts in your case warrant making such an application to the court.
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Website
Website
Contact & Map
Bergen County Office
650 From Road
Suite 240
Paramus, NJ 07652
Telephone: (201) 261-1700
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Tanya L. Freeman, Esq
Morris County Office
100 Eagle Rock Avenue
Suite 105
East Hanover, NJ 07936
Telephone: (973) 939-0100
Fax: (973) 939-0101
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed