Trenton Family Law Attorney
Sonya M. Sumner, Esq.
Family Law Experience
Family Court
Attorney
Trenton Family Law Services
When Trenton families face legal challenges, you need an experienced attorney who understands both New Jersey family law and the local Mercer County family court system. Sonya Sumner provides skilled, compassionate representation for all family law matters affecting Trenton area families and government employees.
Divorce Attorney Trenton NJ
Comprehensive divorce representation for Trenton residents in Mercer County Family Court. Whether contested or uncontested, involving government employment or complex assets, we guide Trenton families through the divorce process with skill and experience.
- Contested divorce litigation
- Uncontested divorce agreements
- Government employee benefits division
- Pension and retirement account division
- Divorce mediation services
Child Custody Trenton
Protecting your children's best interests in custody disputes. We help Trenton parents establish custody arrangements, parenting plans, and visitation schedules that consider local schools and community resources in the capital region.
- Legal and physical custody
- Parenting time schedules
- Custody modifications
- Relocation disputes
- Emergency custody orders
Alimony & Support Trenton
Strategic advocacy for spousal support and child support matters. We ensure fair financial arrangements that consider Trenton's economic landscape and government employment benefits.
- Alimony calculations
- Support modifications
- Child support enforcement
- Government pension considerations
- State employee benefit analysis
Property Division Trenton
Equitable distribution of marital assets including Trenton real estate, government pensions, and investment accounts. We protect your financial future through strategic property division advocacy.
- Trenton real estate division
- State pension division (QDROs)
- Government benefit valuations
- Retirement account division
- Complex asset evaluation
Why Choose Sonya Sumner for Trenton Family Law

Sonya M. Sumner, Esq.
Trenton Family Law Attorney | 12+ Years Experience
As a dedicated Trenton family law attorney, Sonya Sumner understands that family legal matters require both aggressive advocacy and compassionate guidance. With over 12 years of experience in New Jersey family courts, she provides skilled representation for Trenton families facing divorce, custody disputes, and other family law challenges.
Trenton Family Law Experience
- Mercer County Family Court: Extensive litigation experience with local procedures, judges, and court staff
- Government Employees: Specialized experience with state employee divorces, pension division, and benefit considerations
- Capital Region: Understanding of Trenton's unique economic and employment landscape
- Local Professionals: Established relationships with local appraisers, custody evaluators, and pension specialists
Mercer County Court Experience
12+ years of regular practice in Mercer County Family Court with proven success in complex family law cases.
Government Employee Focus
Specialized knowledge of state employee benefits, pension systems, and unique considerations for government workers.
Compassionate Advocacy
Balancing aggressive legal representation with sensitivity to the emotional challenges of family law matters.
Strategic Representation
Developing effective legal strategies based on each Trenton family's unique circumstances and goals.
Contact Trenton Family Law Attorney Sonya Sumner
Serving Trenton from Our Princeton Office
Address:
300 Carnegie Center Drive, Suite 150
Princeton, New Jersey 08540
(15 minutes from Downtown Trenton)
Phone: 609-955-6972
Email: sonya.sumner@sumner.law
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Emergency consultations available
Serving Trenton & Capital Region
Service Area: Trenton, Ewing, Lawrence, Hopewell, Pennington, Hamilton, East Windsor
Court Experience: Mercer County Family Court, New Jersey Superior Court
Specialty: Government employee family law matters
Free Family Law Consultation
Discuss your family law matter confidentially with Sonya during a complimentary 30-minute consultation. Get clear answers about your options, potential outcomes, and next steps.
What to Expect:
- Confidential review of your situation
- Analysis of your legal options
- Realistic assessment of potential outcomes
- Clear explanation of the legal process
- Honest discussion of fees and costs
Understanding your legal options can provide clarity during challenging family transitions. Our firm can help you plan your next steps with confidence.
