Patrick T. Collins

New Jersey

Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C.
293 Eisenhower Pkwy.
Suite 390
Livingston, NJ 07039

Tel: 973.232.4023

Email: pcollins@skoloffwolfe.com
Web: www.skoloffwolfe.com

Professional Biography

Patrick T. Collins is a highly experienced family law attorney with more than 35 years of practice, advising clients across the full spectrum of complex domestic matters. At Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C., he is known for his depth of experience, strategic judgment, and ability to guide clients through high-conflict and high-profile cases with clarity and precision.

Patrick’s family law practice covers all aspects of matrimonial and domestic relations matters, including divorce, prenuptial agreements, business and asset valuations, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, alimony, equitable distribution, and post-judgment modifications. He has extensive experience handling complex and high-profile divorces. Notably, he is one of only four attorneys in New Jersey certified by the Supreme Court as both a Certified Civil Trial Attorney and a Certified Matrimonial Attorney.

In addition to his family law practice, Patrick maintains a subspecialty in construction law, representing contractors in disputes with private owners, public entities, and other contractors. His work includes public bidding issues, construction liens, Department of Labor matters, change order disputes, and contract drafting tailored to client needs.

A seasoned trial attorney, Patrick has successfully tried numerous cases in state and federal courts as well as in arbitration, securing seven-figure jury verdicts. He has argued approximately one hundred appeals before the Superior Court, Appellate Division, and has appeared before the New Jersey Supreme Court on seven occasions.

Patrick has received consistent recognition for his work in family law, including selection to The Best Lawyers in America (2026 Edition) and ongoing inclusion since 2021. He has also been named to the New Jersey Super Lawyers list for 2026 and has been recognized by Super Lawyers for over twenty consecutive years across family law, construction litigation, and general litigation.

The firm’s family law practice represents high-net-worth and high-profile individuals, including business leaders and members of prominent families, in complex and often sensitive matters. The team handles all aspects of divorce, custody, and paternity disputes, as well as prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, combining a discreet, client-focused approach with a commitment to achieving practical, effective outcomes.

Particularly experienced in sophisticated financial cases, the attorneys advise on issues such as business valuation, trusts, hidden assets, and the protection of separate property. They prioritize amicable, solution-driven resolutions where possible, while remaining fully prepared to litigate when necessary to protect clients’ interests.

The practice is widely recognized for its leadership in the field, with lawyers contributing to leading family law publications, lecturing on complex issues, and holding prominent roles in professional organizations. Backed by a strong track record and national recognition, the team is known for delivering strategic, high-level counsel in some of the most demanding family law matters.

Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C. is a New Jersey-based law firm with a national reputation, recognized for its results in family law, real property tax, and complex business litigation. Founded in 1961, the firm represents individuals, partnerships, and corporate clients in high-stakes matters across regional and national markets.

The firm is particularly known for its strength in high-net-worth divorce and matrimonial matters, sophisticated property tax appeals, and “bet-the-company” business disputes. Its attorneys regularly act for notable individuals and major corporate clients, combining technical expertise with a strategic, results-driven approach to achieve optimal outcomes.

Skoloff & Wolfe’s property tax practice has secured significant results, including billions of dollars in assessment reductions, while its family law team is frequently entrusted with some of the most complex divorce cases in New Jersey and beyond.

Led by co-managing partners Jonathan W. Wolfe and David B. Wolfe, the firm maintains a strong presence in both the legal and business communities, with attorneys holding leadership roles in prominent legal organizations and contributing to the development of legal standards and practice areas.

The firm is consistently recognized by leading legal directories and industry publications, reflecting its reputation for excellence, advocacy, and client service. With a focus on delivering strategic, high-quality representation, Skoloff & Wolfe continues to build on its longstanding history of achieving successful outcomes in complex and high-value matters.

“Patrick Collins is widely regarded as one of New Jersey’s most accomplished family law practitioners, distinguished by his rare dual certification as both a Civil Trial Attorney and a Matrimonial Attorney. With more than three decades of experience, he is frequently entrusted with complex, high-conflict divorce matters involving significant assets and business interests.”
The Family Attorneys, 2025