Ending a marriage can mean losing part of your support system. For better or worse, when parties divorce they often leave behind spouses, in-laws and sometimes mutual friends. Thus, it is crucial to build a supportive team to help you navigate the legal process and...
Divorce mediation provides a private and often more efficient alternative to traditional litigation. Those who have chosen to mediate their divorce are wise to become familiar with the process. It is a good idea to understand all the financial implications of the...
Covid-19 remains a challenging, life-altering situation for all of us. Among other things, because the virus is so deadly, the existence of Covid-19 has caused many divorced parents ensuring their life insurance remains intact by reviewing their Marital Settlement...
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...
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...
The Covid-19 situation has impacted everyone in so many ways. As family law attorneys, questions are coming at us from all angles, concerning a wide range of issues. Having conferred with the Court, Bar leaders and other practicing attorneys in the area, some clear...
Serving in the military comes with many challenges, and the constant possibility of deployment can create tension and additional stress in a marriage. During long periods while you're away serving the country, your spouse might feel overwhelmed at home and stuck...
If you are a litigant who has decided on the mediation process or is wondering whether you should try the mediation process, seeking the guidance of an attorney who will counsel you about your individual rights and best outcomes is advised. After your consultation, if...
Parents who are involved in a highly contentious and bitter divorce often say and do things they wouldn't say or do under normal circumstances. After all, divorce is painful and it can make people angry, scared and combative. However, once a divorce is finalized and...
We live in an age where it is easier than ever to stay in touch with people, thanks to tools like video chats, messaging apps, social media and cellphones in almost everyone's pocket. And these tools don't just help us reconnect with high school friends or update...
Signing a prenuptial agreement is an important and valuable step to protecting yourself in life after marriage. The unfortunate reality is that not all marriages last, and signing a prenup can be a critical means of self-preservation. That being said, there are cases...
Parents in New Jersey who pay or receive child support generally understand the importance of this critical contribution. However, it is not unusual for parents to feel as though their support orders are inappropriately high or low and have questions about...
A good example of the qualities of a good lawyer may be viewed actually by watching "Making a Murderer," the Netflix docuseries, and observing the defendant's attorneys. People are often mislead by the popular misconception that the loudest and most aggressive lawyer...
