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Can My Spouse Refuse to Get a Divorce?
Oct 16, 2026 | Written by: | Share
In New Jersey, a spouse does not need to consent to a divorce in order for the divorce to be granted. Your spouse cannot ultimately control whether you obtain a divorce, although his/her...
Do I Have to Go to Court to Get a Divorce?
Oct 16, 2026 | Written by: | Share
In New Jersey, you are NOT typically required to make an in-person court appearance if you are able to settle your divorce (or family law matter) amicably, timely, and in a written form of...
Coercive Control, Domestic Violence and Divorce
Sep 4, 2026 | Written by: | Share
Nearly half of all women (46.2%) and men (42.8%) in the United States experience at least one form of coercive control by an intimate partner during their lifetime. Coercive control is an ongoing...
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...
New Jersey's Expanded Family Leave Protections: What Employers and Employees Need to Know
Jul 29, 2026 | Written by: | Share
On July 17, 2026, New Jersey significantly expanded its family leave protections through amendments to the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) and related leave laws.
NJ Supreme Court Rules on Zoning Variances
Jul 17, 2026 | Written by: | Share
On July 13, 2026, the New Jersey Supreme Court ruled in Monarch Communities, LLC v. Township of Montville that developers seeking to utilize variances for developments such as hospitals, schools,...
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...
Reach of OPRA Now Extends to Personal Emails
Jul 1, 2026 | Written by: | Share
On June 11, 2026, the New Jersey Supreme Court affirmed that, under the Open Public Records Act (OPRA), government-related emails from personal email accounts may also be obtained by New Jersey...
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...
Governor Sherrill Discloses Plan on Data Centers in New Jersey
Jun 5, 2026 | Written by: | Share
On June 3, 2026, Governor Sherrill announced a comprehensive statewide plan to address the growing impact of data centers on energy demand, resource use, and local communities. These measures are...