Experienced Law Firm in Essex County

We Are Committed to Resolving Your Family Law and Employment Matters

Located in the northeastern part of New Jersey, Essex County is one of the state’s most populated counties. Rich in diversity and hard-working families, Essex County strongly identifies with both the state of New Jersey and the metropolitan area of New York. Popular townships, such as East Orange, Belleville, Montclair, and the City of Newark, are located in Essex County.

What Types of Law Do We Practice at Burnham Douglass?

Burnham Douglass is dedicated to helping the residents of Essex County. We have a sophisticated understanding of the law, and we have an experienced team that handles various family law and employment matters:

Family Law

Adoption
Child custody
Child support
College contribution
Divorce
Domestic violence
Emancipation
Parenting time
Modifications
Prenuptial agreements
Relocation
Visitation rights

Employment Law

Wrongful termination
Retaliation
Whistleblower actions
Sexual harassment
Discrimination
Employment contracts
Wage and hour disputes
Hostile work environment
Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA)
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)
Severance pay negotiations

Why Should You Choose Burnham Douglass?

With over 70 years of combined legal experience, our reliable and professional team at Burnham Douglass has helped countless New Jersey families and employees with pressing legal matters.

We offer one-on-one consultations with our clients and customize our legal strategy to each client’s situation.
We strive to provide high-quality and dependable legal services to our clients.
We strive to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.
We protect the rights of our clients and understand their concerns and unique situations.

Local Municipal Buildings

We represent residents in all municipalities of Essex County.

Essex County Clerk
- U.S. passports, liens, judgments, identification services, and more
- 973-621-4920

Essex County Surrogate’s Court
- Wills, estates, adult guardianships, adoptions
- 973-621-4901

Office of Human Resources
- Maintaining and processing personnel records, pensions, and health benefits
- 973-621-4977

Newark Bureau of Vital Statistics
- Birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage certificates – contact municipality where event occurred or documents filed
- 973-733-6510

Contact Burnham Douglass for Assistance With Legal Matters in New Jersey

No matter the scope or complexity of your situation, the experienced lawyers at Burnham Douglass are ready to help. Schedule a free initial consultation by calling us at 856-751-5505 or fill out our online form. We have offices conveniently located in Marlton and Northfield. We service the entire state of New Jersey.

The Stories That Matter

See What Our Valued Clients Have to Say

I am forever thankful for the legal help Ms. Michelle and Mr. Burnham did for my case.
“I am forever thankful for the legal help Ms. Michelle and Mr. Burnham did for my case. They brought light to a pregnancy discrimination case that could have been rejected by another legal team. Both, ...”
- Samantha V.
Michelle and Phil are excellent attorneys.
“Michelle and Phil are excellent attorneys. They take the time to listen, and it is evident that they truly care about their clients. They are very knowledgeable in their practice areas. I felt that I ...”
- Paige B.
I am forever thankful for the legal help Ms. Michelle and Mr. Burnham did for my case.
“I am forever thankful for the legal help Ms. Michelle and Mr. Burnham did for my case. They brought light to a pregnancy discrimination case that could have been rejected by another legal team. Both, ...”
- S.V.
I could not have been more pleased with the firm or our result.
“From the first meeting with Michelle Douglass and Philip Burnham, I knew they were the skilled lawyers I needed. After a bad employment experience, I felt betrayed and hurt but Michelle, Phil, ...”
- Michelle M.C.
Both Michelle and Phil made me feel like I was a family member they were representing.
“This testimonial will be the most honest you have ever read. My journey is incredible..my case was actually dismissed in summary judgment due to fact I had incompetent counsel previously. Michelle ...”
- Robert K. Petroski
After meeting Michelle, she gave me the confidence I needed to fight for what I deserved.
“When I first met Michelle, I had so many fears about filing a lawsuit. I was afraid of actually filing against Atlantic City Board of Education simply because what I had gone through was torture. I ...”
- Maria Marino
I never knew compassion, value and honesty could exist in an attorney until I met Philip.
“I'm hoping there's enough space to comment on my experience with Philip as he assisted me on a very personal matter... I was recommended by two different sources, so I hoped & prayed this would be my ...”
- Dan
She was always very prompt in her follow-up and developed a winning strategy for me.
“I am very grateful Mrs. Michelle J. Douglass took my case. You demonstrated to me great expertise. She was always very prompt in her follow-up and developed a winning strategy for me. Working with ...”
- James Runyon
Michelle Douglass is a straight shooter and fights for your rights.
“The firm handled my case in a dedicated and professional manner. Michelle Douglass is a straight shooter and fights for your rights. Her tenaciousness and no nonsense approach quickly set the tone and ...”
- Dave Daniels
Phil's service exceeded my expectations and I found him to be more responsive and sensitive to my situation than the previous lawyer I had used.
“Phil Burnham is an excellent divorce lawyer! Phil's service exceeded my expectations and I found him to be more responsive and sensitive to my situation than the previous lawyer I had used. He was ...”
- Abby

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