Blog Category: Family Law
Due Process and Restraining Orders
Jun 14, 2021 | Written by: | Share
Parties to a domestic violence action are entitled to certain procedural due process rights. "Ordinary due process protections apply in the domestic violence context, notwithstanding the shortened...
Gray Divorce Becoming More Common
May 7, 2021 | Written by: | Share
Most media and statistical research reports appear to agree that divorces are declining, in general, except for “gray divorces,” which are actually increasing[1].
Five More Beliefs from the Ancient Stoics That We Can Apply to Divorce
May 4, 2021 | Written by: | Share
My last blog focused on five specific teachings from the Stoic philosophy that could be applied to divorce cases. Here are five more that are helpful when dealing with a divorce.
Five Beliefs from the Ancient Stoics That We Can Apply to Divorce
Apr 29, 2021 | Written by: | Share
Stoicism is a school of philosophy founded in ancient Greece and continued in ancient Rome through Stoics such as Seneca, Epictetus, and the famous Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Like many forms of...
Can I Switch to a New Lawyer in the Middle of My Family Law Case?
Apr 14, 2021 | Written by: | Share
Switching attorneys in the midst of a family law case is absolutely acceptable and is not uncommon, but there are certain formalities to which parties should adhere and a methodology that should make...
How Technology Has Impacted Divorce and Family Law
Mar 31, 2021 | Written by: | Share
When I first started working as a lawyer, the internet did not exist. There was no email, cell phones or text messaging. There was no social media. There was no video conferencing, no Zoom, no...
Binding Mediation: Is It Possible?
Mar 17, 2021 | Written by: | Share
In certain circumstances, binding mediation may be an option. Depending on the attorneys, clients, and mediator, it may be possible, but, of course, each case is extremely fact-specific and each...
“Alienation of Affection” Lawsuits Exist in Other States…Should New Jersey Follow?
Feb 16, 2021 | Written by: | Share
While you can file a complaint for divorce based upon adultery in New Jersey, doing so does not typically provide any additional financial relief[1]. This blog intends to contemplate whether that is...
A Child’s Perspective on Divorce
Feb 11, 2021 | Written by: | Share
If a couple has children and is getting divorced, their children should be their biggest concern. We have all heard this often, from attorneys, judges, psychologists, news reporters, etc.; the...
Domestic Violence in Divorce & Family Law Disputes
Jan 22, 2021 | Written by: | Share
Domestic violence is real and can have irreparable consequences. It is imperative that you and your attorney discuss safety, if it is an issue in your case, and create a preparedness plan. You...