68/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Divorce And Family Lawyers in South River, NJ: 2026 rankings
402 divorce and family lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Highest LFR Score in South River: Allan Weinberg, Esq., LFR Score 68/100; 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Open 24 hours (per Google): Law Offices of Kisha M. Hebbon, LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 402.
- 11
Most-reviewed: Law Offices of Thomas Carroll Blauvelt, LLC, 286 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 402 ranked; ranked #11.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
402 South River divorce and family lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 35 are open 24/7, 73 open Saturdays and 52 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 402 rated law firms.
Top 10 divorce and family lawyers in South River at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Allan Weinberg, Esq. | 68 | 5.0★ (117) | Marlboro, 11 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Law Offices of Kisha M. Hebbon, LLC | 66 | 4.6★ (70) | Somerset, 7 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | The Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh, L.L.C. | 66 | 4.6★ (145) | Bridgewater, 14 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Sanvenero & Cittadino, LLC | 66 | 4.8★ (155) | Eatontown, 19 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | Rozin | Golinder Law | 64 | 4.7★ (125) | East Brunswick, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | The Law Office of Steven M. Cytryn, LLC | 64 | 4.9★ (113) | New Brunswick, 4 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | The Law Office of Keith M. Casella, P.C. | 64 | 4.7★ (44) | Staten Island, 16 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | Russell Law Divorce & Family Lawyers | 63 | 4.8★ (48) | Red Bank, 18 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 9 | Thakkar Family Law LLC | 63 | 5.0★ (13) | Piscataway, 9 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Michael S. Green Law, LLC | 63 | 4.6★ (82) | East Brunswick, 1 mi away | Evenings | — |
All 402 divorce and family lawyers in South River, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Based in Somerset, 7 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 70 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bridgewater, 14 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 145 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Eatontown, 19 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 155 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in East Brunswick, 2 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 125 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in New Brunswick, 4 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 113 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Staten Island, 16 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Red Bank, 18 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Piscataway, 9 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in East Brunswick, 1 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 82 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in East Brunswick, 1 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 286 Google reviews, the most in South River.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Red Bank, 18 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Warren Township, 13 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 148 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in East Brunswick, 2 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Freehold, 16 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Staten Island, 16 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 153 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in New Brunswick, 4 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Brooklyn, 25 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 82 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#19 Dow Divorce Law
Based in Staten Island, 16 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 110 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Staten Island, 19 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 285 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in East Brunswick, 2 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in Woodbridge, 9 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
#23 Steven Sico, Esq
Based in Woodbridge, 9 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Divorce lawyer”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Based in New Brunswick, 4 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.
#25 Perez Family Law
Based in East Brunswick, 3 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 33 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Family law attorney”.
Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.
Divorce and family lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 402 ranked divorce and family lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving South River
20 more divorce and family lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anderl & Oakley, P.C. | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Appleby Gary D | 5.0★ (4) | In South River |
| Archer | 1.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Barbara S Worth Attorney at Law | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Bergman & Barrett Attorneys At Law | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| DIVORCE FROM HOME | 4.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Divorce Lawyer | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Glover Law Firm, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Key Law Center | 3.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Law Office of Edward M Janzekovich | 4.9★ (90) | In South River |
| Law Office of Michael Birnberg, Esq | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| Lawandi.com | 5.0★ (124) | In South River |
| Lessler & Lessler | 3.0★ (4) | In South River |
| Magnotti Law Firm, PLLC | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Marc J Friedman Esq | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Rafano & Wood | 5.0★ (7) | In South River |
| Robin Jill Schneider | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Roselli & Roselli | 3.7★ (6) | In South River |
| Venezia & Nolan PC | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| William J. Leininger, PC | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
How we ranked South River divorce and family lawyers
We scored 402 South River divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In South River data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a divorce and family lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many divorce and family law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask how the firm bills phone calls and emails, and how often you will get an itemised bill.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a divorce and family lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- How much is the retainer, and what happens when it runs out?
- Do you offer mediation or collaborative divorce?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Divorce and family lawyers in South River: frequently asked questions
Which divorce and family lawyer has the highest LFR Score in South River?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked divorce and family lawyer in South River, NJ is Allan Weinberg, Esq. with an LFR Score of 68/100. It has 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Law Offices of Kisha M. Hebbon, LLC (#2) and The Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh, L.L.C. (#3) follow. We ranked 402 divorce and family lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many divorce and family lawyers are there in South River?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 402 divorce and family lawyers serving South River, NJ. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which divorce and family lawyers in South River are open 24/7?
35 ranked divorce and family lawyers in South River post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Allan Weinberg, Esq. (#1), Law Offices of Kisha M. Hebbon, LLC (#2) and The Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh, L.L.C. (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which divorce and family lawyers in South River work on weekends?
73 of 402 ranked divorce and family lawyers post Saturday hours and 52 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Allan Weinberg, Esq. (#1), Law Offices of Kisha M. Hebbon, LLC (#2) and The Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh, L.L.C. (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do South River divorce and family lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 402 rated divorce and family lawyers in South River is 4.7★, with a median of 20 reviews. Law Offices of Thomas Carroll Blauvelt, LLC has the most, 286 reviews, and ranks #11. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank divorce and family lawyers?
Each divorce and family lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do divorce and family lawyers outside South River count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the South River city center, our service radius for divorce and family lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can divorce and family lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do divorce and family lawyers in South River, NJ charge?
Divorce and family lawyers usually bill by the hour against an upfront retainer. A fee that depends on securing a divorce or on the amount of support is not allowed under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $357 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Do I need a lawyer for an uncontested divorce?
Not always, but a lawyer can review the agreement on property, support and parenting before you sign it, which is hard to undo later. Many firms offer limited-scope help for this. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of divorce and family lawyers in South River, NJ ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in South River?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for South River
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 402 divorce and family lawyers serving South River.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
More divorce and family lawyers and South River pages
Divorce and family lawyers near South River
- Divorce and family lawyers in Sayreville, NJ454 ranked
- Divorce and family lawyers in East Brunswick, NJ341 ranked
- Divorce and family lawyers in Old Bridge, NJ374 ranked
- Divorce and family lawyers in South Old Bridge, NJ375 ranked
- Divorce and family lawyers in Sayreville Junction, NJ566 ranked
- Divorce and family lawyers in Piscataway, NJ491 ranked
- Divorce and family lawyers in Highland Park, NJ419 ranked
- Divorce and family lawyers in New Brunswick, NJ387 ranked
- Divorce and family lawyers in Edison, NJ492 ranked
- Divorce and family lawyers in Voorhees, NJ358 ranked
Other practice areas in South River
- Personal injury lawyers in South River1790 ranked
- Medical malpractice lawyers in South River8 ranked
- Social Security disability lawyers in South River103 ranked
- Criminal defense lawyers in South River554 ranked
- DUI and DWI lawyers in South River18 ranked
- Estate planning and probate lawyers in South River309 ranked
- Bankruptcy lawyers in South River371 ranked
- Immigration lawyers in South River878 ranked
- Employment lawyers in South River517 ranked
- Business lawyers in South River60 ranked
- Real estate lawyers in South River351 ranked
- Tax lawyers in South River188 ranked
- Intellectual property lawyers in South River117 ranked
- Insurance lawyers in South River239 ranked
- Mediators in South River136 ranked
- General practice lawyers in South River1208 ranked
- All lawyers in South River