Blog Category: Family Law
How to Prepare for a Court Appearance: Ten Practical Tips
Jul 11, 2018 | Written by: | Share
Do not bring friends/family to the courtroom. You do not need to have a fan section, which can be distracting to you and others. Discuss the specifics with your lawyer before you go to court and...
What Types of Experts Can Help with a Family Law Matter?
Jun 13, 2018 | Written by: | Share
There is an endless list of experts that are available to assist you and your family when dealing with family law related issues (divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, alimony, division of...
Why Use a Certified Matrimonial Law Attorney?
May 4, 2018 | Written by: | Share
When getting divorced, or dealing with other family law issues, there are literally thousands of attorneys from which you can choose. There are roughly 75,000 active lawyers in New Jersey, and many...
How New Tax Changes May Affect Your Divorce
Apr 19, 2018 | Written by: | Share
If you are divorced or getting divorced, you should be aware of how the Tax Cuts and Job Act of 2017 (TCJA) may affect you. Some of the changes may be dramatic and, although there are still many...
Immigration & Custody
Apr 3, 2018 | Written by: | Share
Immigration status may have a significant impact on decisions affecting custody. In a recent case[i], the Appellate Division in New Jersey addressed a brother seeking custody of his younger brother...
Are Reconciliation Agreements Enforceable?
Mar 27, 2018 | Written by: | Share
The answer is maybe. A reconciliation agreement that is fair, equitable and supported by adequate consideration may be enforceable in certain circumstances. The consideration must consist of one...
Does Fault Matter in Divorce Cases?
Feb 9, 2018 | Written by: | Share
One of the questions most often asked in divorce matters is whether a spouse’s conduct or “fault” in causing the divorce proceeding is relevant. The short answer is that usually “fault”...
Bankruptcy & Divorce
Feb 5, 2018 | Written by: | Share
I am not a bankruptcy attorney, but, unfortunately, I have had many family law clients in the midst of a bankruptcy during their divorce, custody, or support disputes. Bankruptcy may have...
Can a Judge Enter a Restraining Order If There is No Domestic Violence?
Jan 11, 2018 | Written by: | Share
Clients sometimes ask if a judge has the equitable power to enter a restraining order in the absence of domestic violence. The short answer is “no,” however, further exploration of the question...
Five Mistakes Commonly Made by Parents in Custody and Divorce Cases
Dec 8, 2017 | Written by: | Share
Custody & parenting time disputes are often the costliest, emotionally and financially. Unlike an asset, which has a specific value (or a discernible value, even if you cannot agree), children...