Danielle Haziza – NJ Family Law & Divorce

Danielle Haziza NJ Divorce & Family Law.

Law Clerk

  Office: Parsippany, Morris County

Email: danielleh@wlg.com

Danielle Haziza provides clients with exceptional legal guidance and counsel in all aspects of their family and matrimonial law matters, including divorce, child custody, alimony, child support, equitable distribution, domestic violence, divorce appeals, post-judgment issues, and related legal matters.

Danielle was drawn to family law because it is the area where she can make the most meaningful impact on her clients’ lives. “At the heart of daily life, the family unit plays a crucial role, and navigating its legal challenges requires a compassionate and dedicated advocate. My commitment to family law stems from a deep desire to be the voice for those who are struggling, ensuring that justice is served and my clients’ rights are protected,” she explains.

Through her personable approach, Danielle offers her clients a listening ear and steadfast support as she fights tirelessly for their best interests. Danielle’s style of care is grounded in a forward-looking perspective that encourages clients to move beyond challenges and focus on envisioning a positive future. This mindset empowers clients to resolve disputes efficiently and achieve their goals, helping them to thrive in their new chapter. By choosing to work with Danielle, clients are selecting an advocate who is genuinely invested in helping them through their most challenging times, providing the guidance needed to rebuild and move forward with confidence.

Understanding that every client has different needs, Danielle thinks outside the box to develop personalized strategies that cater specifically to each situation and achieve successful results. She takes pride in finding tailored solutions that fit each client’s unique circumstances, including creating a nurturing environment for their children. Danielle’s extensive training in divorce mediation allows her to facilitate swift, amicable resolutions for her clients, often in just a few meetings. Additionally, Danielle’s passion for litigation, demonstrated through active participation in moot court competitions, enhances her ability to effectively advocate for clients who require the intervention of the courts. This blend of specialized knowledge, mediation skills, and litigation experience ensures that Danielle provides tailored, efficient solutions to fit each client’s unique circumstances and goals.

Family law

Danielle is proud to have earned her Master of Laws (LLM) from Cardozo Law School, where she was honored with the “Distinguished Performance in the LLM Program Award” for her contributions to both academic and extracurricular life. During her time at Cardozo, she became certified as a New York Matrimonial Mediator at the Divorce Mediation Clinic, where she helped clients settle their divorce agreements using mediation techniques in just a few sessions. Her work with Sanctuary for Families empowered domestic violence victims to divorce their abusive spouses and regain control of their lives. Additionally, she served as Lead Oralist in an international arbitration competition in Washington, D.C., where she honed her advocacy skills before a panel of experts. These experiences ensure that clients receive dedicated, compassionate legal support at every stage of their matter.

Danielle also graduated from the College of Law and Business, Ramat Gan, Israel, with a Bachelor of Laws (JD equivalent). With a strong foundation from studies in both Israel and New York, Danielle offers specialized expertise in Jewish Religious Divorce and Rabbinical laws, including the “Get” process, which she explored in her master’s research.

When she is not working, Danielle enjoys exploring new destinations and indulging in her love for water sports. Whether it is jet skiing, paddleboarding, or surfing, she finds great joy in the thrill of the waves and the adventure of discovering new places.

Areas of Practice:

  • Alimony and Palimony
  • Alimony including Modification, Termination, and Enforcement
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution
  • Child Custody
  • Child Custody including Modification and Enforcement
  • Child Support
  • Child Support including Modification and Enforcement
  • Division of Assets - Equitable Distribution
  • Divorce and Legal Separations
  • Divorce Appeals
  • Domestic Violence – Final Restraining Orders and Contempt Matters
  • Domestic Violence Matters
  • Enforcement of Alimony
  • Enforcement of Child Support
  • Enforcement of Custody
  • Family and Matrimonial Law
  • Mediation
  • Modification of Child Support
  • Modification of Custody
  • Modification, Reduction or Termination of Alimony
  • Paternity
  • Post Divorce Matters
  • Pre and Post-Nuptial Agreements
  • Qualified Domestic Relation Orders (QDRO)
  • Restraining Orders
  • Visitation and Parenting Time

Education:

Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, New York, NY
Master of Laws in Dispute Resolution and Advocacy

College of Law and Business, Ramat Gan, Israel
Bachelor of Laws (JD equivalent) and Bachelor of Business Administration

Clerkships / internships:

Divorce Mediator, Cardozo Divorce Mediation Clinic
Legal Intern, Sanctuary for Families

Bar Admissions:

Additional Languages:

Hebrew (fluent)

Awards:

● Distinguished Performance in the LL.M. Program Award (2024)
● Semi Finalist and Lead Oralist, International Commercial & Investment Arbitration Moot Competition
● Dean’s List, College of Law and Business, Ramat Gan, Israel
● Editor, Law and Ethics of Human Rights Journal Volume 17 Issue 1
● Excellence in Global Lawyering Honor Society
● Team Member, The Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot Competition

Danielle Haziza is located at our Parsippany, Morris County offices. To schedule an initial consultation with Danielle, please call (888) 888-0919 or click the link below: