David Torchin - Hackensack, NJ
Attorney at Shapiro & Croland
Family Law Lawyers in Hackensack, NJ
Continental Plaza II 411 Hackensack Avenue Hackensack, NJ 07601
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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32
Years
Experience
Hackensack Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/03/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
Reviews
Highlights
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2.8 Value
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2.8 Quality of Service
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2.8 Professional Competence
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Hired Attorney 2018-2019David Torchin, a court-appointed Parent Coordinator, was tasked with assisting in resolving disputes between my ex-wife and me concerning our children's upbringing. Unfortunately, his services were disappointing. He often canceled meetings at the last minute and double-booked appointments, which led to us being prioritized lower than other clients. His unprofessional behavior extended to using personal insults and intimidation tactics during sessions. Rather than fostering compromise, he tried imposing his views and resorted to bullying. When our issues persisted, we sought mediation from another professional, who provided practical, child-centric solutions—something Mr. Torchin failed to achieve. He differentiated his mediation style from that of the other mediator, claiming not to impose his opinions on what's best for the children, leaving unresolved disputes to the custodial parent of the day. Moreover, Mr. Torchin seemed more focused on maximizing his billings. For instance, while he was on vacation, many of us were billed for supposed "Telephone/International Calls." This approach seemed to prioritize revenue over effective service. These experiences suggest that Mr. Torchin's effectiveness as a Parent Coordinator is questionable. For those needing a family law professional with a calm, effective approach, it may be wise to consider alternatives to Mr. Torchin. I hope he uses this feedback constructively to enhance his future services rather than responding defensively.
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Hired Attorney 2021-2022David was fierce yet compassionate in handling my case. Besides, I admired his timely responses on either questions from me or my ex's attorney. David kept me posted on what's next in my case, reviewed legal clauses with me, summarized my thoughts clearly on drafts and finals. My case was complex and I was glad I picked David to represent.
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Hired Attorney 2007-2019I could not imagine a better family attorney than David Torchin. David is an excellent communicator who is extremely well versed in the rules and minutiae of family law. I am impressed by how well David understood the details and circumstances of our family situation - he never forgets anything. His skill with financials are impeccable. David was always available for questions and to assist with difficult decisions. He frequently took the edge off of stressful situations with his excellent humor and even-tempered approach. David would advise mediation and cooperation first, and tried to resolve my many issues to avoid lengthy and costly litigation. In the courtroom, David is extremely well prepared and presents his arguments calmly and factually – an approach that was obviously appreciated by the Court. I could not ask for a better attorney to guide me through what was a very difficult and contentious divorce. After my trial, I continued to rely on David for assistance with additional financial and custody issues that arose. By following David’s example, I took a calmer and more positive approach to resolving divorce issues. David is the attorney you want by your side when the well-being of your family is your first and highest priority. I am forever grateful for David’s assistance.
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Hired Attorney 2021I hired David Torchin in November 2021. He was completely unhelpful (no issues got resolved), was extremely unprofessional (used a Mickey & Minnie mouse Zoom background), and insulted both myself and my children, using ad hominem attacks (even via e-mail!), even calling me names via e-mail on Thanksgiving morning while I was spending time with my two young children. He bullied me, threatened me, and tried to intimidate me. After I posted a negative online review of Mr. Torchin, he went to extreme lengths to get it removed, even denying that I was ever a client of his, which was obviously a lie. If you are looking for a family law attorney with a calm demeanor, good ethics, and good judgment, then I recommend hiring somebody other than David Torchin.
Contact
Continental Plaza II
411 Hackensack Avenue
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: (201) 488-3900
Fax: (201) 488-9481
Website: http://www.shapiro-croland.com
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