Blog Category: Family Law
Pick Your Battles and Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff
Nov 23, 2022 | Written by: | Share
You may have heard the phrases “they won the battle but lost the war,” “pick your battles,” and “don’t sweat the small stuff.” I believe these words of wisdom are interrelated and...
Divorce FAQ's - Part Two
Nov 11, 2022 | Written by: | Share
There are many common questions that prospective divorce clients ask (or should ask) when consulting with a family law attorney. In March 2020, I addressed some of the most frequently asked...
Three Recent Updates in Family Law
Oct 7, 2022 | Written by: | Share
1. If I prevail in having a restraining order dismissed, am I entitled to counsel fees? In the published decision of M.W. v. R.L., the court found that a defendant may be awarded counsel fees when the...
Can I Sue My Former Spouse for Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress or Defamation?
Sep 7, 2022 | Written by: | Share
The short answer is yes, possibly, depending on the timing of your claim and whether certain criteria are met. In the recent unpublished opinion of J.S. v. L.M.S., the New Jersey Appellate Division...
Do Grandparents Have a Right to Visit with Grandchildren?
Aug 3, 2022 | Written by: | Share
In New Jersey, barring certain criteria set forth below, grandparents do not have a right to visit with their grandchildren. Rather, visitation rests within the sole discretion of the parents, who are...
How to Prepare for a Consultation With a Family Law Attorney
Jul 11, 2022 | Written by: | Share
A comprehensive consultation with an attorney relating to divorce, custody, support, or other family law matters should be substantive and detailed in order to provide you with the best possible...
Update: COVID Vaccines for Children In Cases Where the Parents Disagree
Jul 8, 2022 | Written by: | Share
In this ongoing and ever-evolving area of the law, a trial court decision from Morris County, New Jersey was released on June 24, 2022, in which the mother (the parties were not married; a...
Divorce In a Recession
Jun 13, 2022 | Written by: | Share
The last few years have been particularly challenging for most of us; the global pandemic has challenged our relationships, finances, and overall health. Now, as we hopefully rebound from those...
Recent Updates in NJ Family Law
May 12, 2022 | Written by: | Share
It is important to keep abreast of the new issues and decisions that affect family law in the state of New Jersey on an almost daily basis. The following three recent updates are noteworthy and...
What is UIFSA, and How Does One Assert Jurisdiction Over a Nonresident for Paternity Testing?
Apr 13, 2022 | Written by: | Share
The Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) is a federal statute that provides uniform guidance to judges reviewing applications to modify or enforce child or spousal support orders originally...