Pashman Stein Walder Hayden P.C. Family Law Practice Ranked Tier 1 in New Jersey in 2026 Best Law Firms List
Pashman Stein Walder Hayden P.C. is proud to announce that the firm’s Family Law practice group has been ranked Tier 1 in New Jersey in the 2026 edition of the Best Law Firms® list published by Best Lawyers. In addition, the Family Law Mediation practice group was selected for inclusion in the Best Law Firms list in New Jersey in Tier 2.
“It’s an honor for our team to be recognized among the top family law firms in New Jersey,” said Jhanice V. Domingo, chair of the firm’s Family Law practice group. “We take pride in continuing Pashman Stein’s legacy of excellence by delivering strategic, compassionate advocacy and practical solutions to families across the state.” said Domingo.
Earlier this year, three of the practice group’s attorneys were included in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers® list:
- Jhanice V. Domingo (Family Law, Family Law Arbitration, and Family Law Mediation) (Chair, Family Law)
- Ellen L. Koblitz, P.J.A.D. (Ret.) (Appellate Practice, Family Law, Family Law Arbitration) (Special Counsel, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Appellate Advocacy, Criminal Defense, and Family Law)
- Ronny Jo Siegal, J.S.C. (Ret.) (Family Law and Family Law Litigation) (Special Counsel, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Family Law)
The Family Law practice group at Pashman Stein provides compassionate, strategic counsel to clients across New Jersey, with offices in Bergen and Monmouth counties. From pre-judgment to post-judgment, the team handles the full spectrum of family law matters with empathy, precision, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes. Backed by decades of collective experience and the insights of retired family law judges, experienced trial lawyers, and seasoned mediators within the firm, the Family Law practice group provides strategic, results-oriented advocacy grounded in practical problem-solving. The team tailors its approach to the unique needs of each case, pursuing effective solutions whether through litigation, negotiation, or alternative dispute resolution to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.
Pashman Stein’s Family Law mediators include Honorable Ellen L. Koblitz (Ret.), Honorable Ronny Jo Siegal (Ret.), and Honorable Mary F. Thurber, J.S.C. (Ret.), who draw on their years of experience on the bench, as well as practice chair Jhanice V. Domingo, a seasoned family law attorney and litigator with over 20 years of experience, and Amanda J. Massey, whose practice includes serving as guardian ad litem and parenting coordinator.
Pashman Stein Family Law attorneys Jhanice V. Domingo and Valerie Jules McCarthy are also appointed members of the New Jersey State Bar Association Family Law Executive Committee, reflecting the firm’s commitment to advancing the practice of family law beyond day-to-day client advocacy. Through their leadership, writing, and participation in continuing legal education programs, they contribute to the development of family law scholarship and policy in New Jersey.
For more information on the Family Law practice at Pashman Stein, click here.
The 2026 edition of Best Law Firms is published by Best Lawyers®. A description of the selection methodology can be found at https://www.bestlawfirms.com/methodology.
The 2026 Best Lawyers list is issued by BL Rankings, LLC. A description of the selection methodology can be found at https://www.bestlawyers.com/About/MethodologyBasic.aspx.
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