Family Law Guidance Without Full-Service Representation
Talk to an experienced New Jersey family lawyer. Get answers, understand your options, and have your documents reviewed—without paying a traditional retainer.
The Guidance You Need, for the Moment You're In
Advice & Counsel is a virtual-first offering built for people who want individualized attorney guidance without handing over an entire case or committing to open-ended retainer billing.
Virtual-First Appointments
Scheduled phone or secure video consultations throughout New Jersey from the comfort of your home or office.
One Flat Fee at a Time
Clear, upfront flat pricing before the conversation begins. No open-ended hourly legal bills or surprises.
Attorney-Delivered Quality
Direct, individualized review and consultation from Danielle Joseph-Key, Esq. with over 25 years of family court experience.
Services Included Under Advice & Counsel
Family Law Consultations
Focused discussions on divorce, custody, parenting time schedules, child support calculations, and domestic violence options.
Document & Motion Reviews
Professional lawyer review of motions, certifications, filing-ready documents, proposed orders, and opposing counsel communications.
Settlement Agreement Analysis
In-depth clause-by-clause review of proposed Matrimonial or Property Settlement Agreements before you sign.
Pre-Mediation Strategy
Formulating negotiation priorities, proposal boundaries, and document organization prior to court-mandated or private mediation.
Court Preparation Sessions
Walk-through of Family Part hearing expectations, evidence presentation tips, and plain-English breakdown of court orders.
Counsel in Your Corner
Monthly advisory retainer for self-represented litigants needing ongoing phone/email legal guidance during active proceedings.
Unless separately agreed in writing, Advice & Counsel clients remain responsible for management of their own case, including court filings, compliance with statutory deadlines, service of process, and personal court appearances.
Pricing Schedule
Flat-rate pricing is introductory launch pricing and may increase as the practice becomes established
30-minute Family Law Strategy Call
$59Focused single-question call to gain legal clarity on a specific family law matter.
Schedule This Session60-minute Advice & Counsel Session
$100Comprehensive virtual session covering divorce, custody, child support, or domestic violence.
Schedule This SessionDocument Review + 30-minute Consultation
$149Flat-fee attorney review of proposed orders, court papers, or legal correspondence plus a 30-min call.
Schedule This SessionMotion / Certification Review
$199 / hourHourly attorney analysis and feedback on filing-ready family court motions or certifications.
Schedule This SessionSettlement Agreement Review
$249 / hourHourly detailed review of proposed Matrimonial Settlement Agreements or Property Settlement Agreements.
Schedule This SessionPre-Mediation Strategy Session
$149 / hourHourly targeted strategy and document prep to maximize your position before family court mediation.
Schedule This SessionCourt Preparation Session
$199 / hourHourly walk-through of Family Part hearing procedures, evidence organization, and oral presentation.
Schedule This SessionMonthly “Counsel in Your Corner” Plan
$199–$299Ongoing monthly limited-scope advisory access for active self-represented family cases.
Schedule This SessionRequest Advice & Counsel Session
Submit details about your family law question to receive virtual appointment options.