Norris McLaughlin law firm names new chair for matrimonial and family team

The Bridgewater-based law firm of Norris McLaughlin & Marcus P.A. has named one of its members the new chair of its matrimonial and family law practice, it announced Monday.The Bridgewater-based law firm of Norris McLaughlin & Marcus P.A. has named one of its members the new chair of its matrimonial and family law practice, it announced Monday.

Jeralyn L. Lawrence will lead the practice, the firm said. She has been with the firm for nearly two decades, specializing in matrimonial, divorce and family law, as well as collaborative law.

“Having worked with Jeralyn for nearly 20 years, while practicing family law throughout my own entire career, I can attest that she has proven to be a great leader to our family law group,” Richard A. Norris, founding member, said in a prepared statement. “She serves in top positions in state and county bar associations; has successfully assisted in changing legislation, which has helped many New Jersey families; and manages a very successful practice.

“I am certain that Jeralyn’s exceptional talents will be a great benefit to both the firm and our clients.”

She is certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a matrimonial law attorney, is a trained family and divorce mediator and has worked with clients on aspects of family ranging from divorce to child support to adoption and domestic violence.

“Norris has been my home for close to 20 years,” she said. “The firm is amazing and I am surrounded now by an incredible group of lawyers and professionals that will provide the best legal services to our clients. I am thrilled to lead this team and excited to have one of the top departments in the state.”