Founding Partner David Torchin, Esq. will be a featured presenter at the New Jersey Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (NJ-AFCC) 25th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, September 27, 2025. The event will be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. at the Somerset Hills Hotel in Warren, New Jersey. David will present “Reframing Best Interests of Children: How Do Presumptions of Shared Parenting Address That Need?”

David is a certified mediator and collaborative divorce attorney with extensive experience in matters such as child custody, adoption, prenuptial agreements, and other complex family law issues. He regularly delivers continuing legal education seminars and lectures across New Jersey and is widely recognized for his experience and leadership in family law.

The NJ-AFCC is an interdisciplinary organization of legal professionals, mental health practitioners, mediators, and academics dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families through constructive conflict resolution. Attendees at the anniversary celebration will participate in discussions on key topics including parenting coordination, relocation, collaborative law, coercive control, and parent–child contact concerns.

Tickets to the anniversary event are available now, including Early Bird pricing; click here to secure your spot.

Torchin Martel Orr LLC (TMO Law) is a premier family law firm. To learn more about our services or to schedule a consultation, call 201-971-4866 or complete our online form. Located in Paramus, New Jersey, we serve clients in Bergen County, Morris County, Essex County, Hudson County, and the surrounding towns in northern New Jersey.

Torchin Martel Orr LLC (TMO Law) is proud to share that four of our firm’s attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America for their outstanding work in Family Law, Mediation, and Collaborative Law. This prestigious recognition highlights our firm’s dedication to excellence and client-focused representation.

In addition to being named to the list, Founding Partner David Torchin, Esq. earned the exceptional honor of being named Lawyer of the Year in Family Law for Hackensack, New Jersey. This distinction is awarded to only one attorney in each practice area per region, based on receiving the highest overall peer feedback.

Attorneys Named to the 2026 Best Lawyers in America List – Paramus, NJ

• David Torchin, Esq. (Recognized 2024–2026)
  • Collaborative Law: Family Law
  • Family Law
  • Family Law Mediation
• Brian C. Martel, Esq. (Recognized 2024–2026)
  • Family Law
• Scott W. Orr, Esq. (Recognized 2025–2026)
  • Family Law
  • Family Law Mediation
• Emily R. Carstensen, Esq. (Recognized 2024–2026)
  • Family Law

Lawyer of the Year – Hackensack, NJ

• David Torchin, Esq.
  • Family Law

Best Lawyers in America, published by Best Lawyers, is the nation’s oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. Selection is based entirely on evaluations submitted by leading attorneys in the same practice areas. The Lawyer of the Year designation recognizes the single highest-rated attorney in a specific practice area and location.

TMO Law, a leading New Jersey-based divorce and family law firm, provides skilled legal representation in Arbitration, Mediation, and Collaborative Law. Our firm’s dedication to client advocacy and results is reflected in this national recognition.

If you are facing a family law matter, you deserve experienced legal guidance from a team recognized for excellence. Call TMO Law at 201-971-4866 or contact us online to schedule your consultation. Located in Paramus, New Jersey, we serve clients in Bergen County, Morris County, Essex County, Hudson County, and the surrounding towns in northern New Jersey.

Torchin Martel Orr LLC (TMO) is proud to announce that David Torchin, Esq., Brian C. Martel, Esq., and Scott W. Orr, Esq. have each been individually selected to the New Jersey Super Lawyers list for 2025. TMO focuses on the representation and mediation of Divorce and Family Law matters all over New Jersey, including Bergen, Passaic, Morris, Essex, and Hudson Counties.

Each year, Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys nationwide for their professional achievements in their field of law. Attorneys are selected through an extensive multi-phase process based on their accomplishments in and out of the courtroom, pro bono work, honors and awards, and more.

A description of the selection methodology can be found by clicking here.*

In addition to this recognition, David, Brian, and Scott were named 2023 and 2024 “Bergen County Top Lawyers” for Matrimonial and Family Law and 2024 “Best Lawyers” by Bergen Magazine. TMO was also voted “Best Law Firm” in 201 Magazine’s “Best of Bergen Community’s Choice Awards” for the past three consecutive years.

TMO is located at 95 N. State Route 17 in Paramus, New Jersey. For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 201-971-4866, contact us online, or visit our site.

*No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey.

Torchin Martel Orr (TMO) proudly announces that it has been voted a 2025 “Best Law Firm” for family law and mediation by Best Lawyers, the oldest and premier peer-reviewed legal publication in America. The Best Law Firms rankings highlight top firms nationwide and the key trends driving their success in many practice areas.

TMO is a premier divorce firm located in Paramus, New Jersey. We are driven by the philosophy that all clients deserve dedicated and compassionate counsel when navigating complex family law issues. We leverage 100 years of collective experience to provide clients with the most comprehensive legal guidance, representation, and uniquely tailored strategies.

Best Law Firms is widely recognized as the most reliable ranking system for outstanding law firms. It is based on a thorough, industry-led, peer-to-peer evaluation. Earning a tiered ranking in Best Law Firms represents exceptional legal practice and extensive skill. Inclusion and rankings are based on a collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer reviews from industry leaders, and supplemental information submitted by law firms during the formal application process.

To schedule a consultation, call TMO at 201-971-4866 or contact us online. Located in Paramus, New Jersey, we serve clients in Bergen County, Morris County, Essex County, Hudson County, and the surrounding towns in northern New Jersey.

Torchin Martel Orr LLC (TMO) is honored to announce that Bergen Magazine has voted the firm’s partners as 2024 “Top Lawyers” for their family law services.

TMO is a leading divorce firm that proudly serves Bergen County and nearby regions. With more than 100 years of combined legal experience, TMO Law provides clients with compassionate and dedicated representation in all divorce matters. Our attorneys develop personalized strategies tailored to our clients’ unique needs and circumstances.

Bergen Magazine, in collaboration with Professional Research Services (PRS) of Troy, Michigan, identifies some of the top attorneys in Bergen County across 35 specialties. Through a comprehensive peer-review survey, hundreds of practicing lawyers select peers they consider outstanding in their fields. PRS verifies the standing and licensure of top-voted attorneys with the New Jersey State Bar before finalizing the list, ensuring the selection is purely merit-based.

For more information or to schedule a consultation at TMO, call 201-971-4866 or contact us online. Located in Paramus, New Jersey, we serve clients in Bergen County, Morris County, Essex County, Hudson County, and the surrounding towns in northern New Jersey.

Torchin Martel Orr LLC is proud to announce that four of the firm’s attorneys have been named to the 2025 Best Lawyers in America list for their outstanding accomplishments and unwavering commitment to the practice of Family Law, Mediation and Collaborative Law:

• David Torchin (Recognized in Best Lawyers in 2024 and 2025)
  • Collaborative Law: Family Law
  • Family Law
  • Family Law Mediation
• Brian C. Martel (Recognized in Best Lawyers in 2024 and 2025)
  • Family Law
• Scott W. Orr (Recognized in Best Lawyers in 2025)
  • Family Law
  • Family Law Mediation
• Emily R. Carstensen (Recognized in Best Lawyers in 2024 and 2025)
  • Family Law

Produced by Best Lawyers, the oldest and premier peer-review legal publication, Best Lawyers in America recognizes top-rated attorneys across the country in numerous practice areas. It is based on extensive peer reviews of attorneys’ remarkable legal achievements, meeting the highest standards of professional excellence. For the 2025 31st edition, Best Lawyers received a historic 3.2 million peer evaluations and nearly 28,000 votes.

To learn more about Torchin Martel Orr LLC, call 201-971-4866 or contact us online to schedule a consultation. Located in Paramus, New Jersey, we serve clients in Bergen County, Morris County, Essex County, Hudson County, and the surrounding towns in northern New Jersey.

TMO Law LLC is proud to announce that Partner Scott W. Orr, Esq. has received membership in Lawyers of Distinction.

Scott is a certified divorce coach, mediator, and settlement lawyer. He is a dynamic and innovative lawyer who guides families through challenging times. As an ethical practitioner, Scott has extensive knowledge and experience in alternative dispute resolution methods, always looking to resolve matters amicably.

Scott is a dedicated advocate and tailors personalized resolutions to his clients’ best interests. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the New Jersey Association of Professional Mediators, the Academy of Professional Family Mediators, the Barry Croland Family Law American Inn of Court, and the National Association of Divorce Professionals.

Lawyers of Distinction recognizes over 5,000 top-rated national and international attorneys in over 30 different practice areas. Members are selected based on peer nomination and must meet a vigorous patented 12-factor achievement review and vetting process based on verifiable objective criteria, including case results, honors, awards, verdicts, settlements, certifications, education background, and client reviews. The directory provides each lawyer’s biographical, practice area, and contact information to more than 1 million monthly visitors seeking legal information and resources.

TMO Law LLC is a premier divorce firm located in Paramus, New Jersey, serving clients in the surrounding areas. For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 201-971-4866 or complete our online form.