Family and Matrimonial Law Attorney
Barbara A. Schweiger is a partner at Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C., focusing her practice exclusively on family and matrimonial law matters throughout New Jersey. With decades of experience representing individuals in divorce and family law disputes, Barbara is widely recognized for her skill in handling complex custody matters, financial issues, and high-conflict matrimonial litigation. She combines strategic advocacy with a practical and compassionate approach, helping clients navigate some of life’s most challenging legal matters.
Practice Focus
Barbara regularly handles:
- Divorce and matrimonial litigation
• Child custody and parenting time disputes
• Child support and alimony matters
• Equitable distribution of assets
• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Domestic violence and restraining order matters
• Relocation and interstate custody disputes
• Post-judgment family law matters
Her practice encompasses all aspects of family law, including complex financial disputes, high-net-worth divorces, custody evaluations, and matters involving significant parenting and support issues.
Experience
Barbara has devoted her legal career to the practice of family and matrimonial law and has been a member of Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C. for more than three decades. She has represented clients in a broad range of family law matters, including divorce proceedings, custody disputes, support litigation, equitable distribution issues, and post-judgment enforcement and modification applications.
Known for her extensive courtroom experience, Barbara has successfully litigated matters throughout New Jersey’s Family Part and has handled numerous complex custody and financial cases. Her experience includes representing business owners, professionals, executives, and other individuals in matters involving sophisticated asset division and support issues.
In addition to her litigation practice, Barbara has served as a mediator and settlement facilitator, helping parties resolve disputes outside of the courtroom when appropriate. Her ability to balance strong advocacy with practical resolution strategies has earned her a reputation as a trusted advisor and advocate for her clients.
Barbara has also contributed significantly to the development of family law practice through professional leadership, continuing legal education presentations, and mentorship within the legal community.
Professional Leadership and Affiliations
Barbara is actively involved in the legal profession and has held numerous leadership positions, including:
- Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
• Former President, New Jersey Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
• New Jersey State Bar Association
• Essex County Bar Association
• Barry I. Croland Family Law American Inn of Court
She has lectured extensively on family law topics for attorneys, judges, and legal organizations throughout New Jersey and has served as a resource on issues involving custody, support, and matrimonial litigation.
Recognition and Awards
Barbara has received significant recognition throughout her career for her contributions to the practice of family law, including:
- Recognition by The Best Lawyers in America®* for Family Law
- Recognition by Super Lawyers® *in Family Law
- Recognition by Chambers High Net Worth Guide for Family/Matrimonial Law
Education and Admissions
- J.D., Seton Hall University School of Law
- B.A., Douglass College, Rutgers University
Barbara is admitted to practice law in:
- New Jersey
Approach and Client Service
Barbara is known for her thoughtful, strategic, and client-centered approach to family law. She understands that divorce and family disputes often involve deeply personal and emotional issues, as well as significant financial concerns. Drawing on decades of experience, she helps clients evaluate their options, develop practical solutions, and pursue outcomes that protect their families and long-term interests.
Whether through negotiation, mediation, or litigation, Barbara is committed to providing responsive, effective representation tailored to each client’s unique circumstances.
*No aspect of any advertisement, award, honor, accolade, or recognition referenced herein has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. Information regarding selection methodologies is available from the respective awarding organizations.
