Divorce & Family Law
The acronyms of divorce part III – PEP (Parent Education Program)
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After a family matter is started, and the parties have children under the age of 18, they will be ordered to attend the Parent Education Program. This takes place either at the Courthouse, or via a remote session, depending on the county in which the divorce is taking place. Attorneys… Continue reading
The Acronyms of Divorce
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CLIS and CI are the first acronyms that will be covered in a series of blogs designed to take some mystery out of the many acronyms in a New Jersey divorce case. The first forms that must be completed in a divorce are the Confidential Litigant Information Sheet (CLIS) and… Continue reading
Supreme Court of NJ Sets New Precedent on Sexual Consent and Intoxication
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This week, The Supreme Court of New Jersey delivered a monumental win for victims of sexual assault. The Court’s unanimous decision in C.R. v M.T. set a new precedent for courts in deciding whether an alleged victim of sexual assault was too intoxicated to give consent—more specifically, the ruling clarifies… Continue reading
The Holidays Are Coming – What Divorced and Separated Parents Should Consider When Preparing for Travel During Pandemic
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Back to school is here and even though the pandemic is still with us, many parents are thinking about travelling during the Thanksgiving and Winter Break periods. When the parents of children are not together, travel brings on some additional considerations. What should a parent consider when making plans to… Continue reading
What “Divorce Documents” Do I Need Before Filing for Divorce?
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Back to school season is a time when many people think about divorce. Whether you are simply looking for information or are ready to take the next steps in your life, chances are you are considering an initial meeting with a divorce lawyer to get information about your current situation…. Continue reading
Steps to Take When an Issue in a Divorce Settlement Is Overlooked
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You just realized an asset wasn’t included in the settlement agreement. Now what? The custody schedule, support provisions, the sale of the marital home, and the agreement has been signed. This means at this point, the divorce is finalized. Just when everything seems they will return to a new normal… Continue reading
Tips for Searching For a Divorce Attorney Online Without Your Spouse Knowing
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As Family Law attorneys, we are familiar with the importance of discretion—especially involving sensitive subject matters. We listen to very personal and/or sensitive information from clients regularly, it is part of our jobs. We fully understand that we owe a duty of confidentiality to all of our clients and take… Continue reading
Dividing Retirement Benefits in a Divorce
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One of the most often asked questions about equitable distribution of marital assets is how a retirement asset is divided between spouses. The answer depends in large part on what type of retirement account is being divided, and what rules are associated with the retirement account. All retirement accounts are… Continue reading
What Happens to My Divorce if My Spouse Passes Away or Is Incapacitated?
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The past year has been difficult for many, and with deaths surpassing 400,000 in the United States due to COVID-19, many people in the midst of a divorce want to know what happens in the event their spouse becomes incapacitated, or worse, dies while a divorce is proceeding.
Life Insurance in a Divorce, Why You Need It and How Much You Need
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They say that the devil is in the details, and one of those details in a divorce is life insurance. Once all terms of an agreement are reached, the issue of life insurance has to be addressed. When cases do not settle, and a judge has to decide the issues… Continue reading