Morris County Divorce. From Distressed to De-Stressed.
Divorce is difficult enough. Your attorneys shouldn’t make it worse. At Jacobs Berger, we help take you from distressed to de-stressed both during the divorce process and after.
Going through a divorce or family law matter can be overwhelming and while we can’t wave a magic wand and eliminate all of your worries, we can and do control aspects of the process to allow our clients to focus on what really matters. We can’t control everything, but we can control our client’s experience with us.
We know life brings a ton of competing priorities (family, career, community, friends), and divorce just adds to the mix. Our practical, goal-oriented advice is designed to weigh options and plan for long-term sustainable success.
The De-Stress Divorce Doctrine:The Jacobs Berger Approach
Everyone on the JB team understands the legal process creates complex dilemmas that require creative, multi-dimensional solutions. We have developed five principles that are the underpinnings of our attorney-client relationship. These commitments ensure that you won’t be left in the dark. We will find the time to TALK to you, answer your emails and keep you updated. We also promise to do so in a way that is digestible, understandable, and which gives you actual answers to your real questions. We also promise not to leave you the minute the divorce is over, instead choosing to help you find resources before and after the ink is dry so that you can make sure your life, not your divorce, is your top priority.
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“One Size Does Not Fit All...You Should Demand A ‘Bespoke’ Fit”
You’ve had the moment of grabbing that not-so-flattering swimsuit, that ill-fitting dress shirt, or the shoes that looked fancy but absolutely destroyed your feet. We’ve all made those impulse buys because it was convenient, or we felt desperate....
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We’ve all had the moment in the middle of the super important call, and…dead air. The point you’re trying to make is gone. Are you trying to get your thoughts and concerns across while balancing the everyday demands of work, parenting, and well, life, and you feel like no one is hearing you? ...
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Do you want a lawyer who is going to fight for you? Hell, yes! Do you want a lawyer who is going to fight for the sake of fighting or who fights over everything but comes up with nothing?...
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Going through a divorce or family law matter can be overwhelming and all-encompassing. Feel like the walls are closing in or that your ever-full plate is tipping over precariously?....
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It is common to feel like another number, a ticket at the deli counter or a cog in the wheel when going through a divorce or a family law matter. The process is already stressful and uncertain. What would make it worse is partnering with a law firm that doesn’t find the time to TALK to you....
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How Can We Help?
Jacobs Berger, LLC provides constructive and effective legal service to clients across the cities of Morristown Madison, Randolph, Denville, Florham Park, Hanover, East Hanover, Tewksbury, and throughout Morris County, Somerset County, Essex County, Hunterdon County, Bergen County, Passaic County, Sussex County, Union County, Warren County, and across New Jersey.
Our Team
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Sarah J. Jacobs, Esq.
A Matrimonial Law Attorney Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey and a Qualified Family Law Mediator Sarah Jacobs, Co-Founder of Jacobs Berger , is dedicated to protecting the interests of clients in family law proceedings. Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law...
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Jamie N. Berger, Esq.
Jamie N. Berger is a Co-Founder of Jacobs Berger, LLC. Jamie practices exclusively in the area of family law. She graduated from Indiana Kelley School of Business in 2003 and Fordham University School of Law in 2006. While at Fordham University, she was actively involved in campus activities, including...
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Amy L. Miller Esq.
Amy L. Miller attended the University of Maryland and received a B.A. degree in Government and Politics, and a B.S. degree in Family Studies in 2002. Thereafter Amy attended St. John’s University School of Law and received her J.D. in 2006. Amy was admitted to the New Jersey Bar...
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Holly M. Friedland, Esq.
A Matrimonial Law Attorney Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey and a Qualified Family Law Mediator As a matrimonial law attorney in New Jersey since 1996, Holly joins Jacobs Berger as a Partner. Formerly a Partner at Shauger & Friendland, LLC, Holly is a welcome addition to...
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Amanda P. Johnston, Esq.
Amanda P. Johnston is a Morristown based matrimonial lawyer joining Jacobs Berger in January 2020. Prior to joining the firm, Amanda built a wealth of knowledge and experience working for a Morris County based family law firm, exclusively practicing all types of family law from divorce, custody and alimony...
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The Right Fit for De-Stressing Divorce
With nearly 35 years of combined experience in the legal arena, Sarah J. Jacobs and Jamie N. Berger have the understanding, sensitivity and practicality necessary to handle complex family law matters throughout New Jersey. The firm’s co-founders and their team all have extensive experience in family law and have built their team to be client-focused with just the right mix of practical advice, goal-oriented strategy, and a little levity.
Sarah is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney, a title held by less than 5% of all matrimonial lawyers in NJ. Jamie has done extensive Appellate work. Sarah, Jamie, and Amy are all qualified State of New Jersey Family Law Mediators. Their team members all have served on Early Settlement Panels, are qualified mediators, and have practiced high-level matrimonial work their entire careers.
Together with the entire JB family, Sarah and Jamie work to take clients from distressed to de-stressed in the divorce process. They take a realistic approach to your matter, while always being sensitive to your needs and feelings.
From Our Blog
- Apr 30
Helping you find the path forward Sometimes people need time apart even if they aren’t ready to divorce. In these situations, separated parties can struggle with how to divide responsibilities like financial obligations and child custody. In some states (like New York), this type of situation is provided for...Read More - Apr 26 Streamlining the divorce process Divorce has a reputation for being drawn-out, messy, and hard on the entire family—but not every divorce needs to be that way. At Jacobs Berger, our attorneys regularly work with clients who are seeking a shorter, simpler divorce process. When divorcing parties can agree on...Read More
- Nov 29
Redecorating While Quarantine Our attorney Amy L. Miller interviews Interior Designer Emily Harmatz from Just The Right Piece Emily Harmatz: My name is Emily Harmatz, and I own an interior design firm called Just the Right Place, and we pretty much like to create practical and beautiful living spaces,...Read More