Years ago, litigants chose an attorney solely based on a suggestion from a family member, a friend, or another professional; in other words, from word of mouth. Attorney advertising was virtually non-existent and considered unbecoming for the profession. Nowadays there are a lot of consumers choosing attorneys based solely on five-star reviews.
More on Court Operations During a Covid-19 World
Now, court operations during a Covid-19 world have litigants, attorneys, and the Judge appearing on a computer screen via Zoom, Skype or some type video conferencing for all court proceedings. The legal profession is debating the merits of litigants and attorneys appearing virtually. In the "old days," before Covid-19 was circling the globe, everything was done in person; the litigants and the attorneys had to dress appropriately, travel to Court, interact while waiting to be heard, stand in front of a judge and everyone involved got to meet, face to face, all of the players.
Covid-19 and Its Impact on the Valuation of Your Family-Owned Business in Your Divorce Matter
New Jersey law makes businesses owned by a spouse subject to potential claim and division in a divorce case. Part of the process involves fixing a present value to the business interest. Covid-19 will most likely impact the valuation of your family-owned business during your divorce proceedings.
New Jersey Courts React Quickly to COVID-19
The New Jersey Court system has reacted quickly to the Covid-19 crisis, issuing directives and Orders designed to keep the Courts open during these difficult times.
