Veres & Riordan LLC
Family Law
Professional Background

Ms. Riordan is admitted to practice in the State of New Jersey.  She is also
admitted to practice before the United State District Court for the District of
New Jersey and the United States Supreme Court. Ms. Riordan is also a
family law private mediator, approved by the New Jersey Supreme Court.

Ms. Riordan is entering her eleventh year of full-time practice.  Throughout
her many years of practice, Ms. Riordan has gained substantial experience in
the area of Family Law.  She is a dedicated and skilled professional who
understands the needs of her clients.

Education

Oklahoma City University, School of Law, J.D.
Member of Moot Court Board
AmJur Award Trial Advocacy - 1997

Seton Hall University, B.A.
Major: English Literature
Minors:  Psychology and Criminal Justice

Admitted to Practice

New Jersey
United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
Supreme Court of the United States of America
Catherine F. Riordan, Member of the Firm
Published Cases

O’Donnell v. Singleton, 384 N.J. Super 141 (App. Div. 2006)

Professional/Civic Activities

Morris County Bar Association
New Jersey State Bar Association
Family Law Section, Executive Committee
Family Law Section, Co-chair Young Lawyers Division
Member of District XB Ethics Committee
Barrister, Worrall F. Mountain Inn of Court
Volunteer, New Jersey Battered Women’s Legal Assistance Program
Volunteer, The Women’s Center, The County College of Morris
National Association of Professional Women
CASA 1992-1993

Personal Philosophy

Ms. Riordan has been practicing law for over ten years and brings a unique perspective to Family Law
issues.  Her philosophy is to provide clients with not only excellent legal representation, but also with the
additional tools they will need to successfully move forward with their lives.  Her practice focuses on divorce,
custody, child support, alimony, mediation, prenuptial agreements, parenting time, paternity, domestic
violence, grandparent visitation, adoption and appeals.
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(973) 537-1700