In times of divorce, people walk into our family law office with questions of whether or not we believe their Property Settlement Agreement or Marital Settlement Agreement is fair and equitable, unfortunately after they have already signed the document and it has...
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In NJ Family Law Matters, Who Gets to Choose the Preschool?
In NJ Family Law matters, who gets to choose the preschool when parents are separated or divorced is often an issue. Your child is able to enroll for preschool virtually anywhere. Many parents argue over the choice of which preschool and its location. Additionally,...
Domestic Violence Is More than Just Physical Abuse
Oftentimes clients come into our office with no awareness that domestic violence is more than just physical abuse. Many people are unknowing of the reality that they have either been victims or perpetrators of domestic violence for years. People resort to several...
Child Support and the Right to Claim Children on Federal Tax Returns
Judge Lawrence Jones of the Ocean County Superior Court has just released a decision entitled Zeitlin v. Zeitlin which addresses child support and the right to claim children on federal tax returns in the event of child support arrearages in New Jersey. It is common...
How to Have a Successful Divorce Mediation
As an Accredited Professional Mediator in the state of New Jersey, oftentimes when I meet with people for the first time they are wondering about how to have a successful Divorce Mediation or if they are even appropriate candidates for Divorce Mediation. The answer is...
Are You a Victim of Domestic Violence in the State of New Jersey?
If you are a victim of domestic violence, the law which protects people from domestic violence in the State of New Jersey is known as the "Prevention of Domestic Violence Act." Whether or not a person is protected under the Act depends on whether he or she (1)...
The Accurate Determination of Child Support Awards and Obligations
The accurate determination of child support awards and obligations is important for the well-being of your family. Attorneys and judges often hear from litigants that the child support ordered by the Court makes little sense in the reality of their situation. The...
In New Jersey, Same-Sex Couples May Marry
Presently, in New Jersey, same-sex couples may marry each other. On September 27, 2013, a New Jersey Superior Court Judge ruled in the case of Garden State Equality v. Dow that not allowing same-sex couples the option to marry deprives them of their right to share in...
Filing for Divorce in New Jersey
Before you consider filing for divorce in New Jersey, it is extremely important to realize that according to the laws of New Jersey, you must meet certain residency requirements. Furthermore, the length of time you are required to live here before filing for divorce...
Significant Changes in New Jersey Child Support Laws effective September 1, 2013
There are significant changes to the New Jersey child support laws with regard to calculating the amount of child support which will be effected on September 1, 2013. The New Jersey Supreme Court appointed a Family Practice Committee to review the previous guidelines...


