
Sonya M. Sumner
Practice Areas
Family Law and Divorce Litigation
Comprehensive family law representation including divorce, custody, and support matters
Personal Injury Litigation
Trial-tested advocacy for personal injury claims and insurance disputes
Business and Commercial Litigation
Commercial disputes and business conflict resolution
Real Estate Transactions
Comprehensive residential and commercial real estate services
Employment Law and Litigation
Workplace disputes and employment-related legal matters
Estate Planning
Comprehensive estate planning services
Professional Experience
Sonya has successfully represented clients in high-stakes family law matters, including complex asset division, child custody modifications, and spousal support determinations. Her business practice includes entity selection and formation, contract drafting, and general counsel services for growing companies. She also handles residential and commercial real estate transactions, from purchase agreements through closing, and represents clients in personal injury matters including motor vehicle accidents and premises liability claims. Known for her methodical case preparation and direct communication style, Sonya ensures clients understand their options and the potential outcomes at each stage of their matter.
Family Law and Divorce Litigation
Sonya has developed a sophisticated family law practice in New Jersey, representing clients in complex divorce and family matters. Her litigation background provides valuable courtroom experience and strategic insight for family law clients navigating emotionally challenging situations, including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, support matters, and property division.
Trial and Appellate Advocacy
Throughout her career, Sonya has demonstrated strong courtroom advocacy skills, including obtaining favorable outcomes as lead trial counsel in challenging venues and successfully arguing matters before appellate courts. Her extensive deposition and discovery experience provides comprehensive litigation support for complex matters.
Personal Injury and Insurance Defense
Sonya has extensive experience in personal injury litigation, including premises liability, construction accidents, and automobile matters. Her background includes both defense and plaintiff-side representation, providing comprehensive understanding of personal injury law and insurance coverage disputes.
Case Management and Leadership
During her career, Sonya has demonstrated exceptional case management capabilities, including managing high-volume litigation practices with over 120 concurrent matters. Her experience includes supervising junior attorneys and maintaining consistent positive results across diverse practice areas.
Representative Matters
Family Law and Divorce Litigation
- Represented clients in complex divorce and separation proceedings involving significant assets and custody disputes
- Successfully negotiated favorable child custody and parenting time arrangements in contested matters
- Handled complex property division and asset distribution in high-value divorce cases
- Represented clients in prenuptial and postnuptial agreement negotiations and enforcement
Personal Injury and Insurance Defense
- Successfully defended premises liability and construction accident claims in challenging venues
- Obtained favorable outcomes in automobile accident and personal injury matters
- Handled insurance coverage disputes and complex liability issues
- Managed high-volume defense practice with consistently positive results
Business and Commercial Litigation
- Represented businesses in breach of contract and commercial dispute matters
- Handled employment law disputes and workplace conflict resolution
- Provided strategic counsel in business formation and corporate matters
- Successfully resolved complex commercial negotiations and settlements
Credentials & Recognition
Educational Background
Sonya earned her Juris Doctor from Hofstra University School of Law in May 2012, where she received comprehensive legal training and developed her foundation in litigation and advocacy. Prior to law school, she received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey in May 2009.
Bar Admissions & Court Access
Sonya is admitted to practice law in both New Jersey and New York, providing comprehensive representation for clients with matters in both states. She maintains active admission to the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey, enabling her to handle federal matters in her primary practice state.
Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Sonya has demonstrated exceptional litigation skills and case management capabilities. Her experience includes managing a high-volume practice with over 120 concurrent matters while maintaining consistent positive results across diverse practice areas. She has been recognized for her strategic thinking, thorough preparation, and effective courtroom advocacy.
Community Focus
As the firm's primary New Jersey-licensed attorney, Sonya serves clients throughout New Jersey communities including Princeton, Trenton, Hamilton, Woodbridge, Middletown, Freehold, Red Bank, and Brick. Her local knowledge and experience with New Jersey courts and procedures provide valuable advantages for clients with New Jersey legal matters.
