An unmarried parent who uses lies and manipulation to turn their child against their ex-spouse can face harsh consequences in child custody decisions. Parental alienation syndrome (PAS) is a real and serious disorder that not only damages the parent-child relationship, but also severely impacts the child’s mental health. If your ex-spouse has tried to undermine […]
The path to divorce is never simple. And when spouses own a family business together, the process becomes even more complicated. Couples contemplating divorce often think about the family home, bank accounts, and retirement funds. However, they often overlook their family-owned business, which can be the most challenging asset to distribute. It takes exceptional legal […]
Divorce when children are involved can be especially emotionally challenging. It is not as easy to sever ties with an ex-spouse when you still have years of coparenting ahead of you. When it comes to parenting schedules, some ex-spouses opt to stick to a firm parenting plan with no room for flexibility. Other coparents take […]
New Jersey courts recognize two types of child custody: legal custody and physical custody. The two are not interchangeable. Under each category, legal and physical custody can further be broken down into multiple different custody arrangements. Also, child custody arrangements vary from family to family. Knowing more about different custody terms and what they mean […]
If you are considering a divorce or have already started the process, you are probably wondering when you will be officially divorced. The answer depends on several factors. Some are within your control. Others fall under state divorce law. From the time one spouse files the initial complaint, it can take anywhere from two to […]
British Pop star Zayn Malik, who has been living in Bucks County, Pennsylvania with supermodel Gigi Hadid and their child, has pleaded no contest to four criminal harassment charges by the child’s grandmother, Yolanda Hadid. The grandmother, a former model, and Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star, accused Malik of cursing at her, demanding that […]
Generally, child custody cases involve biological parents who must determine the terms of custody and visitation if they are not together. This process happens through mediation or in court. But it is also possible for individuals other than the child’s biological parents to seek custody. This discussion explains the law regarding third-party nonparents and child […]
In New Jersey, a guardian is a person or agency appointed by the courts to act on another person’s behalf. Guardianship is a significant legal undertaking that essentially dissolves a person’s rights to make decisions on their own behalf. When applied properly, it is a vital source of protection, particularly for minors whose biological parents […]
Religion is an important factor for many couples seeking divorce. That is because although marriage has legal implications in New Jersey and across the nation, many popular religions also have their own set of guidelines for marriage and divorce. If you are a person of faith and want to know how your divorce may impact […]
By Marissa Del Mauro, Esq. Kelly Clarkson’s divorce made recent headlines, in which the Court confirmed she has been awarded the parties’ Montana ranch valued at over $10 million dollars. While this may seem like a stereotypical celebrity divorce battle, the important take away is that the Judge’s decision came down to the enforceability and validity […]
