Author Archives: Sandy Durst

About Sandy Durst

Sandy Durst, Esq., is the founding partner of The Durst Firm where he heads the Family Law Department. Individuals facing a divorce benefit from the combination of legal skill, common sense and compassion that Sandy brings to each and every matter. Each case is given the personalized attention it deserves.

Can I change my last name after my divorce?

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Sandy Durst

Changing your surname after a divorce in New Jersey can be a meaningful step toward reclaiming your identity. Whether you’re considering this change during the divorce process or years later, New Jersey law provides clear pathways to make it happen.​ … Continue reading →

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Starting Fresh: Moving Out of NJ with Your Child After Divorce

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Sandy Durst

Divorce is never easy, especially when children are involved. On top of the emotional upheaval, there are practical questions to answer—like where you’ll live, how custody will work, and whether a fresh start in a new place might be the … Continue reading →

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Can Child Support in New Jersey Be Paid Through Wage Garnishment?When it comes to child support in New Jersey, one of the most common questions parents have is whether payments can be made through wage garnishment. The short answer? Yes, absolutely—and in most cases, it’s the default method.

Posted on May 7, 2025 by Sandy Durst

What Is Wage Garnishment?Wage garnishment is when a portion of an employee’s earnings is automatically withheld by their employer to pay off a debt—in this case, child support. Instead of the paying parent (often called the noncustodial parent) manually sending … Continue reading →

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Understanding the New Jersey Child Support Guidelines

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Sandy Durst

In New Jersey, child support is determined using the Income Shares Model, which aims to ensure that children receive the same proportion of parental income they would have if their parents lived together. The guidelines are detailed in Appendix IX-A … Continue reading →

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Dividing retirement assets in a divorce

Posted on April 23, 2025 by Sandy Durst

Dividing Retirement Assets in Divorce: Key Legal Insights When couples divorce, dividing retirement assets is often one of the most significant and complicated parts of the property settlement. For family law practitioners, understanding the legal framework and potential pitfalls is … Continue reading →

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