About Melissa Marie Ruvolo, Esq.

Melissa M. Ruvolo, Esq. is a member of the New Jersey Bar and practices exclusively in the area of family and matrimonial law. Ms. Ruvolo represents clients in all stages of family law litigation and her practice involves all aspects of family law. She is also a family law mediator and trained Collaborative Divorce attorney.

Ms. Ruvolo's reported cases include Ducey v. Ducey (App. Div. 2012), which addressed the procedures trial courts must follow when entering final judgments.

Ms. Ruvolo earned her Juris Doctorate from Rutgers School of Law- Camden in 2006, with honors. She served as a law clerk to the Honorable Francine I. Axelrad of the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division, and as an intern to the Honorable Jane B. Cantor of the Superior Court of New Jersey in Middlesex County. While in law school, she served as marketing and public relations editor for Rutgers Journal of Law and Public Policy and volunteered with the Camden Domestic Violence Project, where she assisted victims in preparing for court appearances and obtaining final restraining orders. Ms. Ruvolo also volunteered as a trained mediator with the Camden Community Dispute Resolution Committee (CDRC), mediating small claims matters for the Superior Court of New Jersey, Camden County. From 2009 through 2015, Ms. Ruvolo was selected for inclusion in the "New Jersey Super Lawyers - Rising Star" list by Super Lawyers Magazine.

Ms. Ruvolo previously served as a trustee on the Morris County Bar Association.

 

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Posted by Rockey
December 17, 2023
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Melissa Ruvolo is an exceptionally skilled mediator. I met Melissa as one of the panelists on my ESP, and I was so impressed with her efficiency in pursuit of a fair settlement that I requested her to be our court assigned mediator. She created a safe space during mediation where I felt closely listened to and advocated for, yet she remained impartial between both parties. She is empathetic, clever, and generously wise - the unexpected angel I needed in my divorce. She worked out a better settlement than I imagined possible and I am forever grateful for her professional assistance in helping me move forward to the next chapter of my life.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 13, 2018
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I could not have dreamt up a better lawyer than Melissa. With any divorce there is a rollercoaster of emotions throughout the process, but Melissa made it so, that when I was talking to her about my assets and my future, there was not a speck of stress worry, or doubt. She truly understands what you are going through and works relentlessly to see that her clients get all that they deserve. I don't know how she does it.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 07, 2018
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Melissa is awesome. I had initial consult meetings with several lawyers that were recommended to me, but I felt the most comfortable with her so I retained her about a month later. She was calm and reassuring when there was a lot of fear and tension going on, which was great. The MSA she drafted was great and fair, and there were minimal revisions from the other attorney because it was so thorough. She was always prompt in her responses. Highly Recommend!

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
August 05, 2018
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I highly recommend Ruvolo & Ruvolo Law Group. Melissa and her team were excellent in bringing my crazy divorce to a favorable conclusion. She accomplished exactly what she said she would do and was patient and understanding of all my concerns. Melissa is a strategic thinker and was able to predict my adversary’s next move. It was a pleasure to work with her and her team throughout my divorce. She was always on top of everything and is very knowledgeable regarding matrimonial and family law.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 17, 2018
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Melissa represented me in a very nasty custody battle that involved attorneys from 3 different states and 10’s of thousands of dollars spent. And she went above and beyond for me to get me what I truly deserved as a father. If your looking for a hard nosed attorney that will fight for you and put the time in to try and win your case Melissa is the woman for yours don’t let her pretty looks and her sweet attitude fool you she is a bull in the court rooms. She will fight for her clients.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
January 05, 2018
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I am so happy that I chose Ruvolo Law Group. Melissa and her team are very supportive and caring. The entire firm is always available to answer any of your questions and explain everything in a way that a non-lawyer can understand. I have always felt like Melissa has had my back and the best interests of not only me, but my children, as well, as the priority in my case. She really made what could have been a very difficult and extremely confusing process, streamlined and as easy as possible.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 28, 2017
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Melissa Ruvolo represented me in a post-divorce agreement matter. This was an extraordinarily complicated case. I was specifically looking for someone who would not be intimidated by the opposition. She is a highly professional and competent attorney who took a genuine interest in me and worked tirelessly on my behalf. Melissa demonstrated extreme patience in dealing with all parties and did extensive research to uncover the facts which led to a settlement in my favor.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 26, 2017
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Ruvolo Law Group is the best family law practice you can find. Melissa is very supportive and caring. She makes you feel like your case is the only case she is working on. The entire firm is always available to answer any of your questions and make you feel confident with your decisions. When you are going through something so difficult and stressful you really need someone to guide you in the right direction and Melissa has really done that for me. You don't need to look any further...

 

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  • Firm Information
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    Managing Partner
    Firm Name
    Family Focused Legal Solutions
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    New Jersey Law Journal, April 2, 2015: Improving the Efficiency of the Family Part Mediation Program
    New Jersey Law Journal, January 21, 2015: Addressing Preschool in Custody Agreements
    New Jersey Law Journal, September 16, 2013: A New St
    ard for Prenuptial Agreements
    Ducey v. Ducey, 424 N.J. Super. 68 (App. Div. 2012)
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  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2006, New Jersey
    2006, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
    Memberships
    Essex County Bar Association
    Morris County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Co-Trustee
    New Jersey Bar Association, Family Law Section and Young Lawyers Section
    New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Rutgers School of Law - Camden
    Class of 2006
    J.D.
    with honors
    Other Education
    The College of New Jersey
    Class of 2003
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Hobbies & Interests
    Melissa lives in Morris County with her husband, 4 children, 3-year old German Shepherd dog and 15-year-old Maine Coon cat. Melissa has two (yes two) sets of twins, who are 16 months apart. When she isn't in the office or working from home, she enjoys spending family time with her kids and husband, planning themed kiddie-parties for close friends and family, and on the rare occasion, relaxing.

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  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Melissa Marie Ruvolo, Esq. was admitted in 2006 to the State of New Jersey.
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    The practice area Melissa Marie Ruvolo, Esq. spends the most time on is Family Law.
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    Melissa Marie Ruvolo, Esq. is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey.
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