Timothy F. McGoughran was honored by the New Jersey State Bar Association (NJSBA) on April 8, 2026 with the prestigious Saul Tischler Award at an elegant evening at Park Chateau. This award is an exceptional honor within the field of family law in New Jersey, and is presented for lifetime contributions to the advancement of family law. As only the second attorney in Monmouth County to ever receive this award, his accomplishment reflects his professional expertise and commitment to serving families with integrity and skill. This honor is a significant milestone in his career and highlights the respect he has earned among his peers and the legal community. With a career devoted to family law since 1988, Mr. McGoughran has built a reputation for thoughtful and meaningful advocacy. His leadership within the legal community and his service in trusted roles reflect the lasting impact he has had in the field of family law.

Timothy F. McGoughran was sworn in as the Executive Chair of the Family Law Executive Committee of the New Jersey State Bar Association on May 19, 2016. The swearing in was held at the Annual Meeting of the New Jersey State Bar Association at the Borgata in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The ceremony began with opening remarks from Stephanie F. Hagan, Esq., the Chair Elect, and outgoing remarks from the Immediate Past Chair, Amanda S. Trigg, Esq. Mr. McGoughran was then introduced by both Steven J. Robinson, Esq., his law school roommate from Seton Hall, and the Honorable Eugene A. Iadanza (Ret.), an esteemed colleague and member of the McGoughran Law Firm. Mr. McGoughran has been working in the field of family law for over 30 years, and feels both honored and privileged to lead this committee with its over 1,300 members. He will serve as the Executive Chair for the 2016-2017 calendar year.

Family Law Executive Committee members for 2016-17 pictured from left to right: Michael A. Weinberg, Esq. (First Vice Chair), Amanda S. Trigg, Esw. (Immediate Past Chair), Ronald G. Lieberman, Esq. (Secretary), Timothy F. McGoughran (Executive Chair), Sheryl Seiden, Esq. (Second Vice Chair), and Stephanie F. Hagan, Esq. (Chair Elect).