A Bergen County Lawyer Specializing in Divorce & Family Law
Diana Sherwood was admitted to practice in New Jersey in 1981, and in New York in 1983. She has been a family law practitioner for more than 30 years in both New Jersey and New York. Prior to starting the firm of Sherwood, Johnson & Poles, Ms. Sherwood previously served as a partner at the law firm of Finnerty & Sherwood, P.C. She also practiced as a litigation attorney with the law firm of Cole, Schotz, Meisel, Forman & Leonard, P.A. in Hackensack, New Jersey, and with Shanley & Fisher P.C. in Newark, New Jersey. During this time, she handled all aspects of domestic relations law.
A True Practitioner of Family Law
Ms. Sherwood represents clients in many complex matrimonial and family matters, which frequently concern issues of child custody and support, alimony, equitable distribution, and domestic violence. She has tried many family and civil cases to conclusion, including divorce, post-divorce, and domestic violence matters. Ms. Sherwood has appeared in both New Jersey and New York Family Courts, Surrogate's Courts, the Federal District Court for the District of New Jersey, the New Jersey Superior Courts, and the New York Supreme Courts. Her practice currently focuses upon family law matters in New Jersey.
Ms. Sherwood is an experienced litigator who specializes in high-asset and high-conflict divorces. While she is a seasoned litigator, she also understands that not every case is the same and that an individualized approach is needed. She believes that in the right circumstances, collaborative law or other alternative dispute resolution tools should be utilized rather than the court system. This approach can potentially save clients tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees rather than utilizing a cookie cutter template to a unique situation. Ms. Sherwood believes communication with clients is a priority, and she utilizes a team-based approach, providing open and improved communication for her clients.
