When our family faced a legal matter, we were fortunate to have Attorney Kristen Epifania by our side. We called a few different lawyers and from our very first call, Kristen put us at ease with her calm, professional demeanor and deep expertise. What impressed us most was Kristen’s prompt communication throughout the entire process. She was always responsive to our emails and calls, keeping us updated on developments. Kristen took the time to clearly explain the legal procedures, timelines, and our options in a way that was easy for us to understand. While dealing with a stressful situation, Kristen’s empathy and caring attitude gave us reassurance. She listened attentively to our concerns and advocated strongly for the best interests of our family. Her focus to detail was outstanding, thoroughly preparing us for each step. We give Kristen our highest recommendation for anyone in need of a top law attorney in the NJ area.

Experienced Criminal Defense and Family Law in Freehold, NJ
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When Your Freedom and Family Are on the Line, We Fight for You
The Law Office of Kristen Epifania, LLC is a criminal defense and family law firm based in Freehold, NJ, serving clients throughout Monmouth, Middlesex, and surrounding counties.
With nearly a decade of experience, attorney Kristen Epifania understands that behind every case is a person whose life has been turned upside down. Whether you’re facing criminal charges that threaten your freedom or family issues that impact your future, we’re here to provide the aggressive advocacy and compassionate support you need.
Protecting Your Rights, Securing Your Future
Our approach combines strategic legal experience with clear, honest communication. We take the time to understand your unique situation and explain your options in plain terms, so you’re never left wondering where your case stands.
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Criminal Defense Practice Areas
Experienced Criminal Defense in Freehold, NJ
With years of experience defending clients in both New Jersey and New York courts, we understand how prosecutors build their cases—and how to challenge them effectively to protect your rights.
Assault
From disorderly persons offenses to indictable assault charges, these offenses can trigger mandatory anger management, probation violations, and civil liability. We provide skilled defense strategies tailored to your specific circumstances.
Child Endangerment
Child welfare investigations move quickly and can result in separation from your children without proper legal representation early on. Let us build the strongest possible legal response for your case.
Criminal Contempt
From failure to comply with court orders to willful disobedience of judicial directives, we handle contempt charges with strategic focus. Contempt findings can result in immediate jail time, even for first-time violations. We work to protect your freedom with a strategic defense.
Criminal Mischief
Facing mischief or property damage charges can be challenging, especially when penalties may include fines, a criminal record, or restitution. Our role is to challenge the evidence, protect your rights, and pursue the best outcome.
Detention Hearings
From administrative holds to extended custody proceedings, detention hearings determine whether you'll fight your charges from jail or from home and require prompt legal intervention. We provide swift advocacy to minimize detention time and protect your rights.
Disorderly Conduct
From minor public disturbance citations to more serious breach of peace allegations, you'll have experienced guidance at every step. These seemingly minor charges can appear on background checks for years to come. Our team keeps you prepared throughout the proceedings.
Domestic Violence
Restraining orders and emergency protective measures often happen before you can tell your side of the story to authorities. Early intervention can protect your rights while we build a comprehensive defense strategy.
Drug Charges
From simple possession charges to distribution allegations, drug offenses can trigger fines, jail, and criminal records. Our team carefully examines every aspect of your case to identify weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence and build the strongest possible defense.
DUI/DWI
From first-offense DUI/DWI charges to repeat violations and license suspensions, these cases carry serious consequences, including fines and potential jail time. We provide aggressive defense strategies to protect your driving privileges and minimize the impact on your record.
Eluding
This indictable level offense can have serious collateral consequences. Eluding convictions trigger automatic license suspensions that can affect work and family obligations. We fight to preserve your record, driving privileges, and rights.
Firearm Offenses
From unlawful possession to concealed carry violations, we provide steady guidance and an aggressive defense for your firearm matter. Gun-related charges can freeze gun rights and trigger employment background concerns without early intervention. Let us build a defense tailored for you.
Fraud
From insurance fraud to tax evasion charges, fraud investigations can freeze business assets and personal accounts without warning. We act quickly to protect your financial interests during proceedings.
Harassment
Our firm defends against criminal harassment, cyberstalking, stalking, and more. Harassment convictions can result in restraining orders and mandatory counseling. Protect your future with experienced legal counsel.
Robbery
Our firm defends against robbery and related theft charges with steady, experienced counsel. Robbery convictions often carry mandatory minimum sentences that impact your rights. Let us fight to protect your freedom and future.
Sex Crimes
These sensitive cases require an experienced attorney who understands both the legal complexities and personal impact. We know the delicate nature of these charges and defend you while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Terroristic Threats
A conviction for terroristic threats can result in significant consequences including fines and prison time. We have the experience and skill to build a strong defense tailored to your case.
Theft
If you’re facing shoplifting, identity theft, or related theft charges, our attorneys are here to help. We understand how background checks and criminal records can impact your life, and we work tirelessly to defend your rights.
Violent Crimes
Whether you were charged with homicide, aggravated assault, or related violent crimes, you need a sharp attorney who knows how the prosecution pursues these cases. From arrest through trial, we explore all available defense options.
Weapons Charges
Defaced firearms, gravity knives, and other weapons violations can result in immediate arrest and permanently affect your freedom and right to own firearms. We work aggressively to defend your rights while building a strong case.
White Collar Crimes
Prosecutors pursue white-collar crimes like embezzlement, money laundering, and forgery violations with extensive resources. These charges threaten professional licenses and can result in asset forfeiture before trial. You need an attorney who knows how to fight back.
Other Criminal Charges
Whether you’re facing disorderly persons offenses or indictable offenses, our lead attorney creates tailored defense strategies to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome for your case.
Family Law Practice Areas
Family Law in Freehold, NJ
Family matters can be some of the most difficult legal challenges to face. We provide steady guidance and practical solutions to protect your interests and your loved ones at every stage.
Alimony & Child Support
Alimony and child support calculations involve complex income analysis and statutory guidelines that can often produce unfair results. We present complete financial pictures to ensure accurate and reasonable support determinations.
Custody & Parenting Time
Protecting your children's stability while ensuring you remain an active part of their lives requires thoughtful planning and skilled advocacy. We guide parents through this process with understanding and practical solutions.
Divorce & Asset Division
Dividing assets fairly requires understanding both the financial and emotional value of what you've built together over the years. We help clients reach equitable settlements that protect their livelihoods and allow them to move forward with dignity.
Order to Show Cause
Emergencies in family law require swift court action to protect your rights and prevent irreparable harm. We pursue immediate relief through orders to show cause, ensuring urgent matters are addressed without delay.
Post-Judgment Relief
Life changes after divorce can make existing court orders unrealistic or unfair to your current circumstances. We help families update arrangements when original agreements no longer serve everyone's best interests.
Relocation
The fear of losing daily contact with your children can make any relocation request feel threatening to your family bond. We work through the legal requirements to explore realistic options for your family's future.

About The Attorney
Attorney Kristen Epifania
With nearly a decade of experience in criminal defense and family law, Kristen N. Epifania has built her reputation as a skilled and compassionate advocate for clients throughout New Jersey. Shaped by years of dedicated defense work in both the public and private sectors, her long-standing commitment to defense and strong advocacy gives her a strategic edge against adversaries. Whether navigating misdemeanor charges, complex felonies, divorce, or custody disputes, Kristen brings proven trial experience and a steady, client-centered approach to every case.
Kristen has been consistently recognized by her peers and the legal community as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in both New York and New Jersey, as well as a Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers. Licensed in multiple jurisdictions, she provides experienced representation while remaining committed to transparency, preparation, and results.