About Michelle
Michelle A. Wortmann: Experienced Family Law Attorney in Roseland, New Jersey
Michelle A. Wortmann is a dedicated and experienced family law attorney at Sarno da Costa D'Aniello Maceri LLC in Roseland, New Jersey. Since joining the firm in September 2016, Michelle has devoted her practice to all types of family law matters, including but not limited to divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, palimony, post-judgment issues, and domestic violence.
Practice Areas
- Divorce
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Alimony
- Equitable Distribution
- Palomini (Palimony)
- Post-Judgment Issues
- Domestic Violence
Awards and Recognitions
Michelle has been recognized as a 'Recognized: Family Law' by the New Jersey State Bar Association's 'Ones to Watch' program since 2021. This recognition underscores her expertise in family law matters.
Education and Credentials
Education:
- Majored in History with a minor in Political Science at Montclair State University, where she earned summa cum laude honors. She also completed the requirements for her New Jersey Teaching Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing in Social Studies.
Bar Admissions:
- New Jersey State Bar Association (Admitted to Practice)
- New York State Bar Association (Admitted to Practice)
Awards and Recognitions:
Michelle earned her Juris Doctor degree from Seton Hall University School of Law in 2015, where she was actively involved with the Seton Hall University Center for Social Justice Family Law Clinic. She also completed various family law internships, including with the Honorable Daniel J. Yablonsky, J.S.C., and the Administration for Children’s Services in New York City.
Michele served as a judicial clerk for the Honorable Marcella Matos-Wilson, J.S.C., in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Essex County, Family Part from August 2015 to August 2016. She has been a member of the New Jersey State Bar Association since 2015 and currently serves on the Family Law Executive Committee and Young Lawyer’s Subcommittee.
Michele is also a member of the New Jersey Association for Justice, Essex County Bar Association, Morris County Bar Association, and the Barry Croland Family Law Inn of Court. She has participated in panels such as 'Pendente Lite Applications' within this organization, where she shared her expertise with other legal professionals.
Michelle volunteers her time with Volunteer Lawyers for Justice, a non-profit that provides pro bono services to those who cannot afford representation.
Languages:
Michelle has studied and practiced in both the New Jersey State Bar and the New York State Bar. She is fluent in English.
Michelle earned her Master of Arts degree in Child Advocacy in January 2019, during which time she was inducted into the Alpha Epsilon Lambda Honor Society. Her achievements in this field have further enhanced her understanding and commitment to advocating for children's rights.
