Firm Overview

A Respected New Jersey Family Law Firm

At Aretsky & Aretsky, in Ridgewood, New Jersey, we understand families because we are one. Founded as a mother, son, and daughter firm in 1991, our practice is focused on providing full service family law representation to families in transition. We are committed to helping protect our client's rights and interests as they work through divorce, child custody, alimony, and other issues related to property settlement agreements.

Family Law Experience to Rely On

Our divorce lawyers are widely respected throughout the New Jersey legal community. While our firm focuses on divorce and family law matters, we bring a wealth of legal experience to our client's legal concerns.

• Dolores L. Aretsky has represented clients in several high-profile family law cases, and has appeared on CBS News, NBC News, ABC News, Fox News, WWOR News, WB11 News, and News12 New Jersey. She represented the husband in Knepper v. Knepper, a child custody case in which a New Jersey court imposed a radius limit regarding the relocation of the divorced couple's children within the state. The Knepper case is frequently cited by family law attorneys in New Jersey child custody cases.
  
  Dolores has been quoted in articles appearing in the New York Times and The Record. She has lectured at divorce seminars sponsored by the law firm and has appeared as a guest commentator on the Fox News Channel.


• Eric J. Aretsky is a respected divorce attorney. He has a formidable reputation for representing clients in divorce and child custody cases. He is a strong advocate for his clients' rights. While he is an excellent negotiator with a history of resolving complex family disputes without a trial, he is also a skilled litigator with a reputation for effective courtroom advocacy.

In addition to handling family law matters, our attorneys have significant experience handling cases involving personal injuries, employment law, and criminal defense. This broad knowledge base allows us to provide astute legal advice and representation to people dealing with complex divorce matters.

A Respected Bergen County Criminal Defense Law Firm

At Aretsky & Aretsky, we have been helping families deal with criminal defense matters for more than fifteen years. We understand that criminal charges can have a significant impact on our clients’ lives, whether they are convicted or not. Our attorneys work diligently to secure the best possible outcome for people facing a criminal conviction.

Dedicated Criminal Defense Lawyers

A criminal charge can be stressful, intimidating, and even a little scary. We strive to create an informal, relaxed environment where our clients feel comfortable discussing their case and their objectives. While we recognize that a dismissal of charges is always best, in cases involving overwhelming evidence, we work with prosecutors to obtain plea bargains that are in our clients’ long-term interest.

We have regularly appeared in New Jersey municipal courts for more than fifteen years. We know the judges, prosecutors, and other legal professionals working in the justice system. Our familiarity with the courts, coupled with the professional respect we have earned, bolsters our efforts to protect the interests of our clients effectively.

We have successfully prevented charges from being filed, negotiated for lesser charges, and obtained acquittals in a wide range of criminal defense matters. From cases involving DUIs, traffic violations and driving while suspended, to cases involving drug offenses, shoplifting, and assaults, our criminal defense attorneys have the skill, experience, and tenacity necessary to secure positive outcomes for our clients.

Contact our Skilled Trial Lawyers

If you or a member of your family has been charged with a criminal offense, please contact the criminal defense lawyers at Aretsky & Aretsky. We have offices located in Ridgewood, New Jersey and can be reached by phone, e-mail, or by filling out the in-take form on our Contact page.