About Carmela Novi

Carmela L. Novi, a Partner at Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, LLC. has been designated by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Certified Matrimonial Attorney, a certification achieved by only 0.5% of attorneys in New Jersey. During college, Carmela served as a Judicial Intern for Hon. Walter M. Schackman, J.S.C., Supreme Court of New York, and Commercial Division.

She began practicing family law immediately upon her graduation from New York Law School. Since then, Carmela has litigated and settled cases throughout the state of New Jersey involving every aspect of divorce and family law, including but not limited to: divorce; annulments; child custody and parenting time; child support; alimony; college contribution; equitable distribution of assets; and prenuptial agreements. She also has extensive experience in domestic violence matters, both in helping victims obtain needed restraining orders and in defending those wrongly accused of domestic violence.

Carmela also serves on the Early Settlement Panel for the family court in Morris County, where she volunteers her time to assist couples in settling the economic aspects of their divorce disputes. Carmela is licensed in New Jersey and New York and is also a qualified and court approved Family Law Mediator for parties who may choose to resolve their family and matrimonial issues without the need for costly and protracted litigation.

She is also presently a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association, the Bergen County Bar Association, and the New Jersey Woman Lawyers Association. Carmela is also currently serving her third term on the Montville Township Board of Education as Board Vice President; and has co-founded two non-profit organizations over the years, Mid-Town Children’s Fund, Inc., and the Towaco Civic Association in Montville Township, New Jersey. Carmela has been recognized for her pro bono work by Alternatives to Domestic Violence of Bergen County; the Bergen County Executive; Partners for Women & Justice (Montclair, NJ); and Volunteer Lawyers for Justice (Newark, NJ). She is a current member of the Strategic Connections Chapter of Business Networking International (“BNI”) and is a former Board member of the Montville Township Kiwanis Club and a former Chairperson of the Montville Township Residents with Disabilities Advisory Committee.

Awards

Carmela has been recognized as a New Jersey Super Lawyers – Rising Star. She has also been named by the American Institute of Legal Counsel as one of the 10 Best Client Satisfaction for Family Law in New Jersey.

 

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Divorce
Posted by Sharon
December 04, 2025
Hired Attorney Carmela Novi

Carmela Novi is an extremely experienced and compassionate family law attorney. Her combination of legal expertise, professionalism, and genuine understanding made a difficult and emotional time easier. She was my biggest advocate from start to finish. Carmela was always accessible to answer questions no matter how big or small. She took the time to explain every option, ensuring I understood the process and concluded my case with the best possible outcome. I highly recommend Carmela to anyone in search of a family law attorney who combines legal excellence with heartfelt care. She is truly the hardest working family law attorney I have ever met.

 
Divorce
Posted by Kristin
September 21, 2023
Hired Attorney Carmela Novi

I cannot express how grateful I am for the outstanding legal representation provided by Carmela during my divorce proceedings. From the beginning, she demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism, empathy, and expertise that exceeded my expectations. She and her team guided me through every step of the process, making sure I understood my rights, options, and potential outcomes, providing reassurance during what was an incredibly difficult time in my life. Carmela demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of family law and a keen understanding of the emotional toll that divorce can take on individuals and families. She was not only my legal counsel but also a source of support and guidance. If you're searching for a divorce lawyer who will go above and beyond to protect your interests and provide invaluable support, Carmela is the attorney you need!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 22, 2020
Hired Attorney Carmela Novi

Carmela gets it. She's no-nonsense and knows when to shut it down. She respects the financial component of family matters. She will also tell you what she thinks is right...not just what you want to hear. She's there when you need her and realizes that these situations are stressful, tough times.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 20, 2019
Hired Attorney Carmela Novi

I knew I needed a strong, professional, and skillful attorney to handle my divorce, and I feel fortunate to have found Carmela L. Novi, Esq. Divorce by nature is a highly charged, emotional experience, and I was relieved to be able to put my complete trust in Carmela’s hands. There were quite a few occasions where I needed immediate assistance and Carmela proved to be extremely responsive and skillful in bringing what could have been a long, drawn out situation to a meaningful and productive close. I will be forever grateful to Carmela for providing me with peace of mind and a bright future.

 
Domestic Partnerships
Posted by anonymous
July 02, 2019
Hired Attorney Carmela Novi

I found Carmela to be caring, compassionate and patient, but she's tough enough to get the job done too. I was very impressed with her manner and knowledge, and she takes all the time a client needs to understand what is going to happen once a suit gets underway. She and her staff are terrific.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
February 19, 2017
Hired Attorney Carmela Novi

When I came to Weinberger Law Group I had a difficult situation that had to be dealt with fairly quickly due to its time sensitive nature. What could have been an arduous process turned into a favorable outcome due to Attorney Carmela Novi’s meticulousness. I really appreciated the professionalism and diligence through the entire process. If you're looking for someone who provides attention to detail then you will not be disappointed with your choice in Attorney Carmela Novi at Weinberger Law.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 03, 2014
Hired Attorney Carmela Novi

I recently concluded an 18 month divorce process and received counsel from Carmela Novi at WLG. I'm forever grateful to her and the WLG team for their knowledge, responsiveness, and compassion throughout this process. I highly recommend her services!

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
June 05, 2014
Hired Attorney Carmela Novi

I hired Carmela Novi from the Weinberger Law Group to represent me in a very complicated and messy divorce. Carmela and her team were friendly, professional and above all understanding. I felt confident in her abilities to handle my particular situation. She guided me through the entire process and took the time to listen to me. She is easily reached day or night and returns your calls promptly. She presented realistic expectations on what I should expect and what's was difficult to attain. She always gave me her professional opinion but allowed me to make my own decisions. She protected my interest and used the best strategy to achieve the outcome I desire. I would highly recommend Carmela Novi!

 
Administrative Law
Posted by anonymous
June 13, 2011
Hired Attorney Carmela Novi

Carmela assisted us with the closing on our first home. She was very informative, helpful and made sure our best interests were looked after. Carmela is very friendly and professional. I would recommend her to anyone looking for an excellent lawyer.

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
August 16, 2010
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very trustworthy

Services

Areas of Law

  • Family Law 2
    • Child Support
    • Paternity
  • Other 18
    • Family and Matrimonial Law
    • Divorce and Legal Separations
    • Visitation and Parenting Time
    • Alimony and Palimony
    • Division of Assets - Equitable Distribution
    • Pre and Post-Nuptial Agreements
    • Adoption and Kinship Legal Guardianships
    • Children’s Educational Needs
    • Emancipation
    • Modification of Custody
    • Modification of Child Support
    • Modification, Reduction or Termination of Alimony
    • Enforcement of Custody
    • Enforcement of Child Support
    • Enforcement of Alimony
    • Grandparent’s Rights
    • Domestic Violence Matters
    • Post Divorce Matters

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Italian
    Spanish
  • Payment Information
    Accepted Credit Cards
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  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Managing Partner
    Firm Name
    Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, LLC
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1998, New York
    New Jersey
    U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
    Memberships
    New Jersey State Bar Association
    Morris County Bar Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    New York Law School
    Class of 1996
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Montclair State University
    Class of 1992
    B.A.
    Legal Certifications
    Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Attorney

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Managing Partner at Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, LLC
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Court Plaza South-West Wing21 Main Street, Suite 354Hackensack, NJ 07601U.S.A.

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    Carmela Novi speaks Italian and Spanish.
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    Carmela Novi attended New York Law School.