Richard Outhwaite – NJ Family Law Attorney
“Richard was outstanding. His reputation, integrity and compassion made the divorce process way easier. Very responsive and attentive. Thank you Richard!” **
Jose A.
Richard A. Outhwaite, Esq. is a Family Law attorney at Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, LLC. Richard has exclusively specialized in Family Law throughout his nearly 30 years in practice. He is a passionate family law advocate devoted to assisting his clients in achieving positive outcomes in their matters. Richard strongly protects and advocates for his clients’ legal rights and the rights of their children, recognizing that each client’s needs and goals require individualized care and attention. Working closely with his clients, Richard analyzes and explains the law relevant to each individual’s set of circumstances, and then formulates effective legal strategies for successfully resolving these issues.
Richard is extensively experienced in all areas of Family Law including divorce, custody, child support, parenting time, equitable distribution of assets, post- divorce court applications and domestic violence proceedings. Richard is “resolution oriented” in his approach to divorce and family law matters and seeks out of court settlement methods whenever appropriate and advantageous for his clients. Richard also assists the Family Court Early Settlement Panel wherein he volunteers to help facilitate the amicable resolution of divorce matters without the necessity of trial. When circumstances dictate that a trial is necessary, his clients benefit from Richards’s substantial litigation experience and esteemed reputation for zealously standing up for his clients.
Due to his recognized skill and knowledge in the matrimonial field, Richard has been appointed by Family Law Judges to serve as a Blue Ribbon Panelist with regard to mediating/resolving highly contentious and complex divorce cases. Also, Richard has been appointed by the Court as a Guardian ad Litem to advocate for children. He has lectured on Family Law matters both at the Institute for Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) and at American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) functions. He has also lectured at the Matrimonial Law Clerk “Boot Camp”, an instructional program for incoming Family Court Law Clerks.
Richard has also authored Family Law articles which have been published in both the New Jersey Lawyer and the Matrimonial Strategist. He has been involved in three family law matters that have resulted in reported decisions: Roskowski v. Roskowski, 274 NJ Super 620 (Ch. Div. 1993); Matter of Adoption by W.P. and M.P., 308 NJ Super 376 (App. Div. 1998); Kiernan v. Kiernan, 355 NJ Super 89 (App. Div. 2002). Pursuant to The Hague Convention, Richard is listed by the United States Department of State as an attorney in New Jersey to be contacted in regards to international child abduction cases.
Richard received his Juris Doctorate from Seton Hall School of Law. During law school, he was an active member of the Family Law Clinic. Upon graduation, he clerked for the Honorable Herbert S. Glickman, J.S.C., Family Court, Essex County.
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* Client Champion Award (2023-2024) is a Martindale-Hubbell award based upon reviews by clients over the previous 24 months. Full details of the award criteria can be viewed at martindale.com. No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court
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* American Institute of Family Law (10 Best Client Satisfaction; Top 10 Under 40) “To be named an attorney must be formally nominated by the board, client, and/or fellow Attorney; have attained the highest degree of professional achievement in his or her field of law; and having done so with an impeccable Client Satisfaction rating. To learn more about the selection process see www.aiofla.org. No aspect of this has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.
Areas of Practice:
Certification / Specialties:
Qualified Family Law Mediator
Bar Admissions:
State of New Jersey
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Education:
Seton Hall School of Law, J.D.
Bucknell University, B.A., Cum Laude
Volunteer Activities
Early Settlement Panel Member
Blue Ribbon Panelist
Professional Associations and Memberships:
Union County Bar Association
Somerset County Bar Association
New Jersey State Bar Association
Richard Outhwaite is located in our Parsippany, NJ office. To schedule an initial consultation with Richard, please call (888) 888-0919 or schedule online:
