Amanda J. Massey

Amanda J. Massey (née Muhaw) serves as counsel in the firm's Family Law practice handling both contested and uncontested matters. She exclusively practices family law in a variety of capacities- as a litigator, mediator, guardian ad litem, and parenting coordinator. Whether the matter is high-conflict, complex, or limited in issues, Amanda provides each matter with compassionate yet zealous advocacy. Amanda handles family matters throughout the state, appearing before Judges in Monmouth County, Bergen County, and surrounding counties.

With over a decade of family law litigation experience, Amanda provides comprehensive support from inception through litigation and settlement. She assists clients in planning prenuptial agreements, offers guidance to spouses navigating complex circumstances of their divorce, resolves co-parenting issues, and addresses post-judgment conflicts.

Amanda works with clients from diverse economic situations, occupational backgrounds, and sexual orientations. Her practice spans across complex, high-conflict disputes to amicable uncontested settlements. She treats every case with care, providing diligent and compassionate advocacy tailored to each client's individual needs.

With extensive experience in domestic violence cases, Amanda sensitively navigates these matters through trial proceedings, settlement negotiations, and addressing ongoing issues with restraining orders.

In 2025, Amanda was admitted to the New Jersey Judiciary Roster of Statewide Approved Parenting Coordinators after completing over 40 hours of training. In this role, she acts as a neutral third party assisting high-conflict parents resolving their day-to-day parenting issues as well as addressing larger areas of conflict. As a trained mediator, she works to assist parties create an amicable resolution of their own making. Amanda also volunteers her time as an Early Settlement Panelist for Monmouth County.

Amanda’s extensive courtroom experience gives her a deep understanding of legal proceedings and strengthens her ability to advocate successfully for clients. Throughout law school, she served as a judicial intern for the Honorable James J. McGann, J.S.C. and became His Honor’s law clerk immediately upon graduation. Midway through her clerkship, Judge McGann was reassigned from the Special Civil Division of Monmouth County to the Post-Judgment Matrimonial and Juvenile Dockets. During this period, Amanda additionally had the distinct privilege of supporting the Honorable Lisa P. Thornton, P.J.F.P., and the Honorable Kathleen A. Sheedy, J.S.C., on various matrimonial matters, as well as serving as a Court Mediator for the Special Civil Division.

The Court frequently appoints Amanda to serve as a Guardian ad litem or as a Court Appointed Attorney in certain matters due to her handling of complex custody matters. The Court relies upon Amanda’s innate ability to focus on the best interests of the minor children or incompetent individuals to make recommendations in estate and probate matters. 

In addition to private practice, Amanda serves as an Adjunct Professor in Brookdale Community College's Paralegal Studies Program, teaching family law and serving as a member of the legal studies advisory committee. Her dedication to family law and student success was acknowledged in 2025 when she was awarded Adjunct Professor of the Year.

Amanda was raised in Howell, New Jersey, with deeply rooted connections to Monmouth County as a third-generation resident of the area. As a strong supporter of Central Jersey, she is dedicated to serving the community while working to enhance Monmouth County’s reputation.

Honors & Recognitions

• Selected for inclusion in the list of New Jersey Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2021-2023

• Selected for inclusion in the list of Best Lawyers, Ones to Watch, Family Law, 2023-2025

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Community & Professional

• Adjunct Professor, Brookdale Community College
• Member, Paralegal Advisory Board, Brookdale Community College
• New Jersey State Bar Association
• Monmouth Bar Association