Patricia M. Barbarito

Practice Areas

Patricia M. Barbarito is Co-Managing Partner and Chair of the Board of Directors at Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost, Botwinick, Nunn & Musmanno, PC. Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Matrimonial Law Attorney, elected a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Attorneys, and Former Chair of the Family Law Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association, Pat represents high net-worth individuals and families, providing strategic counsel on all matters related to family and matrimonial law. Whether in court, mediation or arbitration, she advises clients through complex financial decisions, valuations of sophisticated business assets, estate and tax implications, sensitive custody and parenting time conflicts, and family law issues including:

• Alimony

• Child Custody

• Child Support

• College Contribution

• Same-Sex Marriages, Civil Unions, and Domestic Partnerships

• Cohabitation Issues

• Post-Judgment issues

• Modification of Agreements

• Domestic Violence

• Emancipation

• Equitable Distribution

• Executive Divorce

• Celebrity Divorce

• LGBTQ Families

• International Custody

• Grandparent Visitation/Custody

• Mediation & Arbitration

• Parent/Child Relocation

• Prenuptial Agreements

Career

A highly regarded matrimonial lawyer known for her integrity and dedication to excellence, Pat has a formidable reputation in every courtroom in New Jersey. Her hallmark is taking the time to gain a deep understanding of her clients’ situations so that she can swiftly and effectively develop a strategy, champion their cause, and achieve a successful outcome.

A cornerstone of Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost, Botwinick, Nunn & Musmanno, PC for more than 40 years, Pat has been instrumental in shaping the firm’s success and reputation. She is a recipient of the Saul A. Tischler Award from the New Jersey State Bar Association Family, Law Section for outstanding contributions and dedication to the advancement of the practice of family law in New Jersey, and her distinguished career as a trailblazer in matrimonial and family law continually elevates the field of family law in New Jersey.

She represents clients in a broad spectrum of cases, including high-stakes divorces and custody battles, with empathy, compassion and a commitment to justice. In what can be the most difficult times for a family, Pat creates an environment of trust, positivity and personal connection where clients are comfortable sharing their circumstances and considering solutions.

Clients in her practice range from high-level corporate executives with complex compensation and tax issues, to parents in sensitive custody and child support disputes that require discretion, to high net-worth families with post-judgment claims, to entrepreneurs negotiating prenuptial agreements.

Pat’s advocacy extends beyond the courtroom into the community. For many years, Pat has been an active member of Eva’s Village in Paterson, New Jersey, serving on the Board of Trustees and as the co-Chair of the organization’s signature fundraising event since 2019. With a wealth of leadership experience and a passion for giving back, she is an advocate for the transformative power of community, empathy and support. These efforts reflect her unwavering commitment to advancing equity in the legal system and to supporting people with the tools they need to rebuild their lives.

Professional Memberships

• Fellow, American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

• Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey, Matrimonial Trial Attorney, Certified Arbitrator

Pat has held leadership positions with many legal associations and committees, including:

• New Jersey State Bar Association Judicial and Prosecutorial Appointment Committee

• Family Division Practice Committee of the Administration of Office of the Courts for the Supreme Court of New Jersey

• Family Law Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association

• Morris County Bar Association

• Morris County Task force on Domestic Violence Court Procedure Sub-Committee

Personal

As the host of the podcast "Heartbreak & Hope with Pat Barbarito" since 2022, Pat has touched the lives of many by sharing profound insights on navigating the complexities of relationships, overcoming heartbreak, and fostering hope. Her unique blend of professional expertise and empathetic storytelling offers listeners valuable perspectives and a compassionate voice in the realm of personal growth and relationships. She and her guests discuss topics ranging from the science of attraction to the financial impact of separation, to the definition of family, unpacking old myths that society still touts as true and sharing views about the laws that govern uniting and uncoupling.

https://www.einhornlawyers.com/podcasts/welcome-to-heartbreak-and-hope-with-pat-barbarito/

Education