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When Federal and State Laws Collide: Divorce and The Impact of Disability on a Military Pension

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

When a former couple decides to divorce, their assets and debts are divided according to a process known as equitable distribution. In New Jersey, equitable...

Life After Divorce—Finding The “New You”

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Written by guest writer, Pam Etzin, An Eye for Detail Life after divorce can be confusing and anxiety provoking. You may be thinking, who am I now? Who...

The Appellate Division Upholds Parent’s Rights in Non-Dissolution Matters

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

The Appellate court has overturned a trial court decision where the judge decided an issue of custody of a child born to parents who were never married without...

NJ’s Appellate Court Offers Guidance on the Distribution of Restricted Stock in Divorce

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Compensation for executives in large companies often goes beyond the standard salary and perqs (car or phone reimbursements, etc.). Executive compensation...

What to Consider When It Comes to Your Children and Same Sex Divorce

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

New Jersey began expanding its laws regarding same-sex relationships back in 2005 when the Domestic Partnership Act was signed, and since then, the laws have...

Case Study: Possession of the Marital Residence While a Divorce is Pending

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

In many cases of divorce, one of the most contested aspects is the issue of the marital residence. Oftentimes, parties who are divorcing do not want to reside...

How Can Your Divorce and College Expenses Affect Your Settlement?

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Parents of college-bound children, take note: The law in New Jersey requires all divorced parents to contribute to their children's college educations....

Case Study: Restraining Orders versus Civil Restraints

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Victims of domestic violence are typically advised by the police departments responding to their matters that they have the right to pursue a temporary...

I Am Relocating After Divorce – What Should I Know?

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

It's common for individuals to want to start over once their divorce is finalized, and this typically includes plans to relocate from the state and start fresh...

Case Study: The Use of Alternative Dispute Resolution

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

In some cases, divorcing parties and their respective attorneys may decide that traditional divorce litigation is not in the best interest of the parties for...

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My husband’s mental illness is ruining our marriage

Mental illness refers to a variety of mental health disorders, which are often manifested through significant changes in a person's emotional behavior and overall attitude, frequently displaying issues with difficulty in social life, work and family activities. Oftentimes people think these...

April 9, 2024 Read More

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Are divorce records public?

In the state of New Jersey, divorce documents are generally considered public records. There is a possibility that a third-party could access copies of your divorce documents. New Jersey divorce decrees are available through the Superior Court of New Jersey Record Center if you want to know how to...

March 28, 2024 Read More

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Can I change my child’s last name if I have sole custody?

A parent may file a request for a child's name change in New Jersey. This application could be made in a divorce complaint, in a motion to the court, following a divorce, or in a Family Court non-dissolution case where the parties are not married, and were never married. The family court will make...

March 22, 2024 Read More

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