Blog Category: Family Law
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...
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...