Blog Category: Family Law
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...
Christmas, COVID, & Parenting Time…
Dec 4, 2020 | Written by: | Share
Many holiday seasons, I have received panicked phone calls from clients worried that their (former) spouse is threatening to withhold parenting time on the holidays. Sometimes it is a matter of...
Reversal of Domestic Violence Restraining Order Denial
Dec 3, 2020 | Written by: | Share
If a NJ trial court denies a request for a Final Restraining Order (FRO) in a domestic violence matter, is it worth pursuing a reversal with the Appellate Division? The Appellate Division grants...
“Mediate First” Provisions: Pros and Cons
Oct 16, 2020 | Written by: | Share
Many marital settlement agreements contain clauses often referred to as “mediate first” provisions. These clauses, often embedded in boiler plate language, are sometimes overlooked or not...
Is a Term Sheet a Valid, Binding Agreement in a Family Law Matter? Beware!
Aug 5, 2020 | Written by: | Share
Many times, whether in mediation or inside the conference rooms of a courthouse, we are negotiating the terms of a settlement. This can be for a divorce, child support, custody, parenting time, or...