Blog Category: Family Law
Domestic Violence and Weapons Seizure
Aug 5, 2026 | Written by: | Share
Domestic violence is a serious and important topic, regardless of whether you are the plaintiff or the defendant. There may be serious consequences for all parties, regardless of success on the...
Equitable Distribution in Divorce – Part II
Jul 8, 2026 | Written by: | Share
More than a decade ago, our now retired partner blogged about Equitable Distribution and Divorce in New Jersey. Although the law has not changed significantly, equitable distribution is one of the...
Why Divorce Litigants Should Not Rely on AI — And What to Do Instead
Jun 22, 2026 | Written by: | Share
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools have become remarkably capable. They can summarize legal documents, explain legal concepts in plain English, draft letters, and answer questions at any hour of the...
Lack of Domestic Violence History Does Not Preclude Victim’s Need for Protection
Jun 4, 2026 | Written by: | Share
As discussed in prior blogs on this site about domestic violence, the Silver case requires a court to determine that 1) there has been a predicate act of domestic violence committed; AND 2) a final...
UIFSA – Child Support in NJ and Across the U.S.
May 1, 2026 | Written by: | Share
The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) is a law adopted by all U.S. states to simplify the establishment, enforcement, and modification of child support orders across state lines. It...
How Does Goodwill Factor into Business Valuations for a Divorce?
Mar 31, 2026 | Written by: | Share
During a divorce, determining and distributing the value of a business may require a formal valuation and report, usually prepared by a forensic accountant. The accountant can represent both...
What Can Beatles Songs Tell Us About Relationships and Divorce?
Mar 17, 2026 | Written by: | Share
When I was younger, I was not a big fan of the Beatles. However, as I got older, I began to appreciate more of their music. More recently, I have come to appreciate the amazing combination of...
Marital Contretemps or Domestic Violence?
Mar 4, 2026 | Written by: | Share
Marital contretemps can be defined as or referred to as minor arguments, bickering, or disagreements between couples that do not rise to the level of domestic violence. It often describes routine...
New and Important Changes to the Custody Statute in New Jersey
Feb 11, 2026 | Written by: | Share
On January 20, 2026, the NJ legislature passed a new bill that amends the custody statute in the State of New Jersey. The resulting changes have the potential for very significant implications. ...
Cryptocurrency & Divorce
Jan 14, 2026 | Written by: | Share
There is currently a lag in the law pertaining to cryptocurrencies, particularly with regard to divorce. Many families, and particularly millennials, often hold various forms of cryptocurrency, and...