Category Archives: Custody
October 18, 2019
What About The Family Dog!? Asked a Divorced Parent
For many of our clients, a family dog is an integral and beloved part of the family. They provide ample love and support. We couldn’t possibly imagine having to part ways with a pet as a result of a separation or divorce. This is especially true for our client’s with children who have grown attached…
File Under: Custody, Divorce, Matrimonial & Family Law, Parenting Time
September 26, 2019
Blended Family? Think about this
More than half of the families in the United States were formed by remarriages or re-coupling of relationships. Based on current statistics, half of all marriages in the United States end in divorce. And, the average length of a marriage is seven years. With the ending of marriages, the subsequent remarriages or the forming of…
File Under: Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Matrimonial & Family Law
July 17, 2019
Legislative Impact on Family Law – A Sneak Peek
I knew I wanted to be a lawyer for as long as I can remember. My father is a retired juvenile detective from New Jersey. I developed my love for the law through him. Law school proved challenging, requiring round-the-clock studying, but this diligence allowed me to graduate second in my class. Throughout law school and…
File Under: Alimony, Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Matrimonial & Family Law
July 12, 2019
A Modern Family – Third Parties Raising Children
The definitions of “parenthood” and “family” continue to evolve. Today, it is not uncommon for a child to have a parent-child relationship with someone other than the biological parents. As the needs of children change, and as society changes, so does the law surrounding custody and parenting time. Therefore, a third party who lives in…
File Under: Adoption, Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Matrimonial & Family Law
July 8, 2019
The Role of a Parent Coordinator in Custody Issues
Custody and parenting time issues are highly contentious and hotly contested in many New Jersey divorce cases. Because of this, a Parent Coordinator can serve divorcing parties well by assisting them in trying to resolve their issues. Often times when either the parties agree or the Court enters an Order regarding same, a Parent Coordinator…
File Under: Custody, Family Law, Matrimonial & Family Law, Parenting Time
June 21, 2019
What should you think about if considering a divorce?
While each case is different, there are general issues every client must contemplate when considering a divorce in New Jersey. Custody & Parenting Time The first and foremost consideration is if there are any children of the marriage. If so, the issues of custody and parenting time must be addressed. There are two different…
File Under: Alimony, Child Support, Custody, Divorce, Equitable Distribution, Matrimonial & Family Law, Parenting Time
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