Family

New Jersey Restraining Orders Not Meant to Enforce "Proper Manners"

Getting a restraining order for harassment is not the slam dunk that you may think. Recently, New Jersey's Appellate Division canceled a...

The Lingering Effects of Substance Abuse on Children of Divorce

Where New Jersey divorce law is concerned, even a "recovered alcoholic" mother can have a tough time trying to see her children. The New...

Restraining Orders Can Be Canceled When the Issuing Court Cuts Corners

Sometimes, a simple error can cause a restraining order to be voided by the higher court, whether it is failing to swear in Portuguese...

When Husbands File Domestic Violence Claims

In New Jersey, men should think carefully before filing claims of domestic violence against their wives. In this Appellate Division case,...

New York Appellate Court Overturns Annulment Decree Designed to Deport Filipina Wife

Marital Dissolution carries special complications for immigrants to the U.S., especially those who gained their U.S. permanent residence...

Alimony 101: What You Need To Know

A guide to alimony in the state of New Jersey. What is alimony? Alimony payments are periodic, court-determined payments made by one...

El divorcio. ¿Que espera?

Una descripción general del proceso de divorcio en Nueva Jersey Etapa 1. El Inicio de la acción de divorcio: En Nueva Jersey, el proceso...

Divorce. What to expect?

Overview of the Divorce Process in New Jersey Stage 1. Commencement of the Divorce Action: In New Jersey, the divorce process typically...