Peter Ventrice - Metuchen, NJ
Attorney at Brause, Brause & Ventrice, L.L.C.
Divorce and Family Law Lawyers in Metuchen, NJ
276 Main Street Metuchen, NJ 08840
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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35
Years
Experience
Metuchen Divorce and Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Divorce and Family Law 80%
- Personal Injury 10%
- Workers' Compensation 10%
Litigation: 95%
Attorney Information
Overview
Peter Ventrice is a partner with Brause, Brause & Ventrice, L.L.C.
Mr. Ventrice's areas of practice focus upon all aspects of family law, divorce, custody, parenting time, alimony, child support, division of assets and debts, enforcement and modification of orders, and domestic violence restraining orders. His practice also includes civil litigation, workers compensation, and appeals.
Mr. Ventrice is also a Qualified Mediator and is frequently called upon by the courts and by his colleagues to mediate difficult divorce and family law matters. He has been appointed to serve as a Middlesex County Matrimonial Early Settlement Panelist, and he is admitted to the roster of Mediators for Economic Aspects of Family Law Cases by the New Jersey Courts under Rule 1:40. He has also been appointed to serve on the Middlesex County Assignment Judge's Family Lawyers Committee.
Mr. Ventrice earned a Preeminent "AV" Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and has been selected as a New Jersey "Super Lawyer" in the area of family law, a distinction held by fewer than 5% of practicing attorneys in the State of New Jersey, and is based upon peer recognition and professional achievement.
Mr. Ventrice is also devoted to public service. He has been recognized by Women Aware, Inc. for service to victims of domestic violence. He serves as a Councilman in the Borough of Lake Como, and he previously served the City of New Brunswick as Public Defender and on the Zoning Board.
He has lectured on domestic violence, appellate advocacy, and civil rights litigation.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
- Selected to New Jersey “Super Lawyers” list in Family Law, 2015 - 2024
- Selected to New Jersey “Super Lawyers” list in Family Law, 2012
- Recognized by Women Aware, Inc., for service to Victims of Domestic Violence
Other Sources of Feedback About Peter Ventrice
Included on the 2026 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2024 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2023 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2022 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2021 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2020 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2019 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2018 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2017 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2016 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2015 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2012 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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New York Law School,
New York,
New York, 1990
J.D.
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New York Law School,
New York,
New York, 1990
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Non Legal Education
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Lehigh University,
Bethlehem,
Pennsylvania, 1987
B.S.
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Lehigh University,
Bethlehem,
Pennsylvania, 1987
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner
Pro Bono Activities
- Middlesex County Matrimonial Early Settlement Panelist
- Middlesex County Assignment Judge’s Family Lawyers Committee
Bar Admissions
- New Jersey, 1991
- New York, 1991
- U.S. District Court District of New Jersey, 1991
- U.S. Court of Appeals 3rd Circuit, 2017
- United States Supreme Court, 2018
Specialties and Certifications
- Rule 1:40 Qualified Mediator
Other Affiliations
- New Jersey State Bar Association (Member)
- New York State Bar Association (Member)
- Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey (Member)
- Middlesex County Bar Association, Family Section (Member)
- Middlesex County Bar Association
Reviews
Highlights
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5.0 Value
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5.0 Quality of Service
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5.0 Professional Competence
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2020-2022I hired Mr. Peter Ventrice as my third attorney in my divorce case. One of my good friends recommended Peter to me since she had a positive experience with Peter as his client. Peter is highly professional and an experienced attorney. My case then turned into complicated mess and was being dragged for years, I have already changed two advocates. I was losing hope without a clear path to closure. Peter got on my case as my third advocate handled my case with great professionalism. He was highly detail oriented skillfully pointed out important facts critical to my case all in my favor. I was confident and hopeful after hiring Peter Ventrice. He makes his clients opinions heard and always makes them a priority in the case. Peter closed my case gracefully in a short span of time. I am extremely happy that I chose Peter as my advocate. I highly recommend Mr. Peter Ventrice to everyone looking for an experienced and a professional attorney.
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Verified ClientHired Attorney 2018-2023Would definitely recommend Peter . He was my divorce lawyer He quickly clear up situations . Always calls back always reachable speaks very well in court hard-working lawyer, not afraid to do motions and protected all my rights
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Hired Attorney 2025Going through a divorce was one of the hardest and most emotional times of my life, and I truly don’t know how I would have gotten through it without Mr. Ventrice. From the very beginning, he made me feel heard, supported, and understood. Mr. Ventrice wasn’t just my attorney — he was my guide through every confusing and overwhelming step of the process. What meant the most to me was how much he genuinely cared. He always took the time to explain things in a way that made sense, never rushed me, and made sure I felt comfortable with every decision. I never felt like just another case — I felt like I had someone in my corner who really wanted the best for me and my family. The mix of strength, knowledge, and compassion gave me the confidence to keep moving forward, even on the hardest days. Thanks to Peter Ventrice, I came out of this chapter not only with the outcome I hoped for but also with a sense of peace I didn’t think was possible.
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Hired Attorney 2019-2020Truly a professional and personable. Thank you for all your help and patience in my divorce. You made a difficult time a bit easier and less stressful. Greatly appreciate it.
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Contact
276 Main Street
Metuchen, NJ 08840
Phone: (732) 767-0044
Fax: 732-767-9026
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.brausebrauseandventrice.com/
Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00am to 5:30pm
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