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 […]
There are numerous issues that can arise for divorced parents who have difficulty communicating and/or working together after their divorce. Unfortunately, in transitioning from former spouses to co-parents, many of the same issues that led to the divorce may continue to impede the ability to maintain a positive co-parenting relationship. This is because co-parenting inherently […]
By Jake Jenkinson Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s contentious divorce matter is not new news; however, there has been a recent update regarding their acrimonious custody dispute. Specifically, it was recently reported that Brad Pitt’s request for joint custody has been granted over the objection of Angelina Jolie who sought sole custody based on alleged […]
If you ask someone going through a divorce what their partner did wrong, most will have a laundry list of misdoings they can mention. But under no-fault divorce law, it is not necessary to prove your spouse did anything wrong to end the marriage. Instead, you would cite irreconcilable differences, which is a fancy way […]
Many minors are unsure of whether they can be emancipated from one parent and not the other. Knowing more about emancipation in NJ is essential if you are thinking about getting emancipated from one of your parents. You can be emancipated by presenting the court with a strong case of why emancipation is necessary. To […]
Although divorce rates are at a 50-year low for couples of all ages, one age group is bucking that trend. Divorce among couples with spouses ages 55 and older is on the rise, coming in with a divorce rate of around 43 percent. For many couples going through so-called gray divorce, children are the motivation for waiting […]
It is never too early to start looking into the estate planning process. Anyone with a family, a home, and other assets should take steps to protect their family and plan for their passing. Although no one wants to think about death, it is an inevitable part of life. One of the most loving things a […]
