Bari Zell Weinberger Esq. - Parsippany, NJ
Attorney at Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, LLC
Family and Matrimonial Law Lawyers in Parsippany, NJ
119 Cherry Hill Road Suite 120 Parsippany, NJ 07054
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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27
Years
Experience
Parsippany Family and Matrimonial Law Lawyer
Updated: 04/28/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family and Matrimonial Law
- Divorce and Legal Separations
- Domestic Violence Matters
- Post Divorce Matters
- Visitation and Parenting Time
- Child Support
- Child Custody
- Dissolution of Domestic Partnerships/Civil Unions and Same Sex Marriages
- Mediation
- Alimony and Palimony
- Division of Assets - Equitable Distribution
- Pre and Post-Nuptial Agreements
- Adoption and Kinship Legal Guardianships
- Children's Educational Needs
- Emancipation
- Paternity
- Relocation out of the State of New Jersey with a child
- Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P - formerly DYFS)
Attorney Information
Overview
Bari Zell Weinberger is a nationally recognized New Jersey divorce and family law attorney whose practice is devoted exclusively to matrimonial and family matters. As the Founder and Managing Partner of Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, LLC, she represents clients in all aspects of divorce and family law, including child custody and parenting time, child support, alimony, asset and property division, and complex financial disputes. Her approach is practical and client-focused, helping individuals make informed decisions that protect their children, financial security, and long-term well-being.
Bari is designated by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Certified Matrimonial Attorney, a distinction held by fewer than 0.5% of attorneys in the state. This certification reflects her depth of experience, legal knowledge, and demonstrated skill in handling complex family law matters. For clients, it provides the assurance that their case is being handled by an attorney whose expertise has been rigorously vetted at the highest level.
In addition to litigation, Bari is a court-approved Family Law Mediator and is trained in collaborative divorce. This allows her to offer alternative dispute resolution options when appropriate and to tailor her strategy to each client’s goals, whether that means strong courtroom advocacy or a more private, solution-focused approach designed to reduce conflict, cost, and emotional strain.
As a widely respected thought leader in family law, Bari is frequently called upon by the media to provide insight on divorce and family law issues. Her commentary has appeared in national and regional consumer outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, CBS, ABC, and the New Jersey Law Journal. She is also the author of a comprehensive series of consumer-focused books and guides on divorce and family law topics, helping individuals better understand their rights, options, and the legal process. In addition, she has served as an editor and associate author of New Jersey Family Law Practice, a multi-volume legal treatise relied upon by judges and attorneys throughout the state.
Bari’s professional excellence has earned consistent recognition from both peers and clients, including an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell, Super Lawyers honors, inclusion on the Best Lawyers in New Jersey and Best Lawyers in the United States lists, and multiple Client Satisfaction Awards. She has also been recognized as a Top Woman in the Law by the New Jersey Law Journal and as a Top 50 Woman in Business by NJBIZ.
Before founding her firm, Bari clerked for judges in the New Jersey Family Part, gaining valuable insight into how family law cases are evaluated and decided from the bench – experience that continues to benefit her clients today.
Clients who work with Bari value her combination of legal precision, strategic thinking, and genuine empathy. She is known for being direct, prepared, and deeply invested in helping clients move forward with clarity, stability, and peace of mind.
Recently Published Works/ Articles:
- New Jersey’s 2026 Custody Amendments: Safety First and New Limits on Alienation Claims, New Jersey Law Journal, March 2026
- Detecting Digital Financial Abuse in New Jersey Divorce: Red Flags, Discovery, and Protective Relief, New Jersey Law Journal, February 2026
- Hacking the Marital Estate: How Cybercrime is Emerging in High-Net-Worth Divorce, New Jersey Law Journal, November 2025
- The Rolex Divorce: When Luxury Timepieces Become a Ticking Time Bomb in Property Division, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2025
- Relocation Disputes in the Digital Age: How Remote Work and Virtual Parenting Are Redefining Custody Decisions, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2025
- Spousal Drugging and Chemical Control: Domestic Violence, Marital Tort, or Both, New Jersey Law Journal, September 2025
- Cybersecurity in Divorce: Protecting Against Spying and AI “Deepfake” Retribution, New Jersey Law Journal, September 2025
- High Stakes, High Conflict: Using ADR to Resolve Complex Divorces, New Jersey Law Journal, August 2025
- Wills, Prenups and Divorce: Unpacking Spousal Estate Claims After Death, New Jersey Law Journal, March 2024
- A Child Custody Framework for Avoiding Court Delays and Moving Families Forward, New Jersey Law Journal, January 2024
- Spousal Spying, Hidden Assets and Digital Errors: Cyber Warnings in Family Law Cases, New Jersey Law Journal (Cyber Security Supplement), November 2023
- Quick Divorce? How Mediation Could Help Solve the NJ Court Crisis, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2023
- Documenting Parental Alienating Behaviors and Custody Interference, New Jersey Law Journal, March 2023
- Don’t Take My Kids: Red Flags and Responsibilities in Child Custody Cases, New Jersey Law Journal, December 2022
Author, Family Law Jersey Style Consumer Legal Guides:
- A Guide To Alternative Dispute Resolution For Divorce in New Jersey
- A Guide to Alimony in New Jersey (2nd Edition)
- A Guide To Child Custody In New Jersey (2nd Edition)
- A Guide To Child Support In New Jersey 2nd Edition
- A Guide to Contested Divorce in New Jersey
- A Guide For Domestic Violence Victims In New Jersey (2nd Edition)
- A Guide To Father's Rights In New Jersey
- A Guide To Military Divorce In New Jersey
- A Guide to Prenuptial, Postnuptial, Reconciliation & Cohabitation Agreements In New Jersey in New Jersey
- A Guide To Property Division In Divorce In New Jersey (Family Law New Jersey Style)
Media Commentator: National and New Jersey Local News Reports
- Getting divorced? Chances are you'll marry again — CBS News, October 2025
- Five Common Financial Mistakes People Make When Getting Divorced — Wall Street Journal, June 2025
- Who gets to keep the engagement ring when a couple splits? — NJ 101.5 FM, May 2024
- Civil trials, divorce court cases paused in Passaic County, — NJ Spotlight News, August 2023
- Two years post-lockdown, what is the state of divorce in NJ? — NJ101.5, May 2022
- Divorced parents are divided on COVID vaccines for kids. What are their options? — Miami Herald, January 2022
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Super Lawyers, 2015 - 2026
- Martindale Hubbell - Client Champion Platinum, 2020 - 2025
- The Best Lawyers in America, 2019 - 2025
- New Jersey’s Best Lawyers for Families 2017-2024, 2026
- NJ Biz Best 50 Women in Business, 2013
- New Jersey Leading Women Entrepreneurs, 2013
- Women's Center for Entrepreneurship Corporation: Woman Business Owner of the Year Finalist, 2013
- AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale Hubbell, 2010 - 2012
- Avvo Clients' Choice Award, 2010-2012, 2014, 2020
- Ten Leaders under age 45 in Matrimonial and Divorce Law, 2009 - 2013
- Martindale Hubbell - Client Champion Gold, 1999
- AVVO Rating 10/10 Superb
- Martindale Hubbell - "AV Preeminent®"* Rating
- American Institute of Family Law (10 Best Client Satisfaction; Top10 Under 40)
Other Sources of Feedback About Bari Zell Weinberger Esq.
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
- 2011 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2008 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2007 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
- 2006 New Jersey Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Suffolk University Law School,
Boston,
Massachusetts, 1997
J.D.
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Suffolk University Law School,
Boston,
Massachusetts, 1997
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Non Legal Education
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University of Massachusetts at Amherst,
Amherst,
Massachusetts, 1994
B.A.
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University of Massachusetts at Amherst,
Amherst,
Massachusetts, 1994
Current Employment Position(s)
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Managing Partner
Past Positions
- Hon. Roger W. Daley, J.S.C., Middlesex County Superior Court, Family Part, Judicial Law Clerk, 1997 - 1998
- Hon. Vieri Volterra, Suffolk County Superior Court, Civil Division, Boston, Massachusetts, Judicial Law Clerk Intern, 1996
- Department of Justice, Boston, Massachusetts, Law Clerk, 1996
- Carroll Associates - Counsel for the Arts, Boston, Massachusetts, Entertainment Law Clerk, 1996
Classes and Seminars
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Domestic Violence Educational Workshop, 2013
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Motions that Matter: Powerful Family Law Motion Practice, 2013
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Motions that Matter II: Powerful Family Law Motion Practice, 2013
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Seminar on Divorce Process, Mediation and Family Law Related Issues, Kinnelon, NJ, 2008
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Lecture Presented in Game Show Theme on Various Family Law Issues, June, 2005
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Seminar on Divorce and Family Law Related Issues, Randolph, NJ, November, 2004
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Lecture on Amended Court Rules and Revised Case Information Statement, October, 2004
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Seminar on Surviving the Divorce Process, Short Hills Hilton, September, 2003
- Family Law Practical Skills Series, New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, September, 2003
Pro Bono Activities
- Expert Panelist, Morris County Family Court in the Early Settlement Program
- Expert Panelist, Passaic County Family Court in the Early Settlement Program
- Participant, Passaic County Kids Count Program
- Legal Clinic, Morris County College
- Women's Center, County College of Morris - Randolph and Morristown
- Volunteer Family Law Consultant, Legal Clinic, Morris County
- Volunteer Family Law Consultant, County College of Morris, Randolph, New Jersey and Morristown, New Jersey
Published Works
Articles
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New Jersey Family Law Practice, Associate Author, New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, 13th Ed., 2008
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Who Pays For College After Separation or Divorce, Article, 2008
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Funding the Divorce Process, Article, 2007
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New Jersey Family Law Practice, Copy Editor, New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education, 12th Ed., 2006
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All Aspects of the Discovery Phase of the Divorce Process, Article, 2006
- A Matrimonial Guide: A Basic Overview of Starting the Divorce Process, September, 2006
- Uncontested Divorce, Article, 2005
- Understanding the Early Settlement Panel, Article, 2005
- New Jersey Family Law Practice, Chapters Including Introduction, Initial Conference, Dealing with the Client; Pleadings, Discovery, Motion Practice and Pretrial Dispositions (Editor), New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education (ICLE), 11th Ed., 2003
- Burden of Proof in Removal Cases: Who Has It - What is it? (Co-Author with Hon. Herbert S. Glickman (Ret.)), New Jersey Lawyer Magazine, August, 2003
- Kids Count: A New Program in New Jersey Helps Attorneys Protect Children's Interests in Divorce Disputes, XXI Matrimonial Strategist 5, June, 2003
- In Today's Uncertain Financial Times, Mediated Divorce Makes More Sense Than Ever, Huffington Post, 2011
- 6 Ways Divorced Parents Can Get More Time With Their Children During the Holidays, Huffington Post, 2011
- Four Common Misconceptions When Contemplating Divorce, Examiner.com, 2012
- Top 4 Tax Tips for Divorcing Couples, Huffington Post, 2012
- Dating During Divorce? Not So Fast?, Huffington Post, 2012
- The 3 Most Common and Costly Mistakes to Avoid in Divorce: When Forever After is Cut Short, Huffington Post, 2012
- Strategies for Military Family Law: Leading Lawyers on Navigating Family Law in the Armed Forces (Inside the Minds)
- Three Reasons Why January May Be the Best Time to File for Divorce, December 11, 2013
- Making the Best of this Pre-Divorce Holiday Season, November 22, 2013
- How Our Schools Can Better Serve Children of Divorce, September 06, 2013
- At What Point Do Fetuses Have Rights? Legal Protection for Unborn Children Is Increasing, June 10, 2013
- Divorce: Take Time for Emotional Clarity in Decisions, March 19, 2013
- 'Tis the Season... To Give Divorce Gifts?, December 19, 2012
- Dealing with Disasters & Aftermath Of Superstorm Sandy, Divorced or Not, November 12, 2012
- Binders Full of Divorce Clients? How To Election-Proof Your Marriage, October 27, 2012
- Divorcing Parents: 5 Tips For A Successful School Year, August 28, 2012
- Divorce and Devotion: How Does Religion Factor In Splits?, August 3, 2012
- House Rules: 5 Tips To Being Divorced And Still Living Together, June 20, 2012
- Don't Let Social Media Sabotage Your Divorce, April 24, 2012
- Who's Your Daddy? Paternity Testing and the Nature of Fatherhood, April 20, 2012
- Who gets the Dog? The Growing Legal Battle Over Pets in Divorce, New Jersey Law Journal, November 2025
- Hacking the Marital Estate: How Cybercrime is Emerging in High-Net-Worth Divorce, New Jersey Law Journal, November 2025
- The Rolex Divorce: When Luxury Timepieces Become a Ticking Time Bomb in Property Division, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2025
- Relocation Disputes in the Digital Age: How Remote Work and Virtual Parenting Are Redefining Custody Decisions, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2025
- Spousal Drugging and Chemical Control: Domestic Violence, Marital Tort, or Both, New Jersey Law Journal, September 2025
- Cybersecurity in Divorce: Protecting Against Spying and AI “Deepfake” Retribution, New Jersey Law Journal, September 2025
- High Stakes, High Conflict: Using ADR to Resolve Complex Divorces, New Jersey Law Journal, August 2025
- Wills, Prenups and Divorce: Unpacking Spousal Estate Claims After Death, New Jersey Law Journal, March 2024
- A Child Custody Framework for Avoiding Court Delays and Moving Families Forward, New Jersey Law Journal, January 2024
- Spousal Spying, Hidden Assets and Digital Errors: Cyber Warnings in Family Law Cases, New Jersey Law Journal (Cyber Security Supplement), November 2023
- On the Move and After Hours: Weinberger; Brach Eichler; Norris McLaughlin; Volunteers Lawyers for Justice, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2023
- Quick Divorce? How Mediation Could Help Solve the NJ Court Crisis, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2023
- Married Against Their Will: Religious Law and Coercive Control, New Jersey Law Journal, August 2023
- Child Custody: Why Cookie-Cutter 50/50 Won’t Pass Muster in 2023, New Jersey Law Journal, June 2023
- Documenting Parental Alienating Behaviors and Custody Interference, New Jersey Law Journal, March 2023
- Divorce in 2023: What NJ Spouses Need To Consider, New Jersey Law Journal, January 2023
- Don’t Take My Kids: Red Flags and Responsibilities in Child Custody Cases, New Jersey Law Journal, December 2022
- Travel Rewards: Don’t Miss These Valuable Overlooked Assets in Divorce, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2022
- Peter Pan Support: When Can Parents Stop Financially Supporting Adult Children?, New Jersey Law Journal, August 2022
- Divorce, Forced Asset Sales, and Silver Linings?, New Jersey Law Journal, July 2022
- Divorce on FIRE: When Splitting Up Threatens Early Retirement Plans, New Jersey Law Journal, May 2022
- Personal Property and the ‘Handbag Divorce’: Who Gets the Birkin?, New Jersey Law Journal, April 2022
- Hiding Assets in High Net Worth Divorce: Red Flags, Effective Searches and Potential Penalties, New Jersey Law Journal, March 2022
- Social Media & Cyber Warnings in Family Law Cases Learnings for 2022, New Jersey Law Journal, January 2022
- NJ Palimony, Prenups and Cohabitation Agreements: Don’t Accept ‘My Word Is My Bond’ Promises?, New Jersey Law Journal, December 2021
- NDAs: When Can Divorcing Spouses Prevent Social Posting?, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2021
- A victim of emotional abuse says, ‘I’m staying in the marriage for the kids’ sake.’ How do you respond?, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2021
- Mentoring Is a ‘Profoundly Meaningful Way of Giving Back’ for Bari Weinberger, New Jersey Law Journal, September 2021
- On The Move: Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group; Saiber; Sills Cummis, New Jersey Law Journal, September 2021
- Strangulation: How ‘Rough Sex’ Defense Doesn’t Wash in DV Cases, New Jersey Law Journal, September 2021
- Vaccine and Other Health-Care Decisions for Minors, New Jersey Law Journal, August 2021
- How Can NJ Family Courts Help Couples Speed Up Their Divorce?, New Jersey Law Journal, June 2021
- Cryptocurrency: The New Frontier for Asset-Hiding in Divorce, New Jersey Law Journal, May 2021
- In Divorce, Online Mishaps and Digital Mistakes Lurk Everywhere, New Jersey Law Journal, April 2021
- Looking Out for Manipulated ‘Deepfake’ Evidence in Family Law Cases, New Jersey Law Journal, February 2021
- My Daughter’s Spouse is an Abuser. What are my Legal Options?, New Jersey Law Journal, February 2021
- Post-Pandemic, Child Custody Agreements Will Never Be the Same, New Jersey Law Journal, January 2021
- Domestic Violence in NJ During Pandemic: What Happened and How Can We Do Better?, New Jersey Law Journal, October 2020
- No More Failing Victims of Domestic Violence, Patch.com, August 2020
- Social Media Tort Claims in Divorce: Targeted, Harassment, or Just Venting?, New Jersey Law Journal, January 2020
- New Jersey’s 2026 Custody Amendments: Safety First and New Limits on Alienation Claims, New Jersey Law Joiurnal, 2026
Bar Admissions
- New Jersey, 1999
- U.S. District Court, 1999
Specialties and Certifications
- Matrimonial Law Attorney, New Jersey Supreme Court
- Court Appointed and Certified Family Law Mediator
- Qualified and Trained Collaborative Law Attorney
Other Affiliations
- Morris County Bar Association, 2002 - Present
- Family Law Executive Committee, 2005
- American Association for Justice, 2002 - 2007
- American Bar Association, Family Law Section
- New Jersey State Bar Association, Family Law Section
- American Inns of Court, 1999 - Present
- Family Law Inn (Master/Board Member)
- Bergen County Bar Association, 2000 - 2002
- Middlesex County Bar Association, 1998 - 2000
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Bari Zell Weinberger Esq.
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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Hired Attorney 2020-2025From the depths of my heart, I am profoundly grateful to Bari Weinberger and her team at Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group. What we faced together was not a simple case—it was a long, emotionally exhausting, and deeply personal journey involving a child I love more than life itself. From the very beginning, Bari and her team treated both the legal complexities and the human reality with seriousness, compassion, and integrity. Throughout a process that often felt impossible to navigate, I never felt alone. Bari was not only sharp, strategic, and relentless in protecting my child’s best interests—she was deeply humane. She understood the stakes, connected personally, listened carefully, and brought clarity when everything felt overwhelming. Time and again, she lifted an immense weight from my shoulders by handling the matter with care, steadiness, and unwavering professionalism, even when the road was phenomenally torturous. The integrity of every individual I worked with at this firm was unmistakable. Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group exemplifies what it means to practice law with moral clarity, ethical strength, and professional excellence—without wavering. It is extraordinarily rare to encounter a team that combines legal astuteness, humanity, unwavering commitment, and a direct, no-nonsense approach, all while maintaining flawless ethics and a moral compass that never falters. In my experience, this level of leadership and culture is truly unmatched within the legal community. What stands out most is the firm’s ability to balance strength with empathy. Every interaction reflected respect, patience, and an authentic commitment to justice and meaningful closure. The relief and peace my child and I now have are not abstract concepts—they are life-changing realities made possible by this team’s dedication and skill. If you are a parent standing at one of the hardest crossroads of your life, searching for legal representation you can truly trust, I cannot recommend this firm highly enough. They do not simply handle cases—they stand with you through thick and thin. I will always be deeply grateful to this team for standing with us when it mattered most.
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Hired Attorney 2017The Weinberger Divorce and family Law Group were really excellent in handling child custody matter. The kids are happy and I get to be a stable figure in their lives. As parents the best thing we can do is protect the children. I'm grateful to Bari and team! Highly recommended!
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