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Can I change my name after my divorce

After a divorce, many women wish to resume a former name. In NJ, there is a right to do this provided the name change is not being sought o avoid creditors or criminal prosecution. The decision to change names lies … Continue reading

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Register your child’s passport to prevent unauthorized internation travel

Today’s mobile society presents many potential problems for divorced parents. Once such problem can be the unauthorized removal of the child from the United States. Depending on where the child is taken, having them returned can be time consuming and … Continue reading

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Impact of Hurricane Sandy

Due to Hurricane Sandy, our office remains without email, fax, or phone service. If you sent us something after 10/26/12 assume we have not received it. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. Our thoughts are with all … Continue reading

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Martital Fault can be a factor in alimony determinations

In an effort to reduce much of the emotional toll of a divorce, NJ law is generally disinclined to use marital fault as a factor when making alimony determinations.  Deciding which party is at fault for the breakdown can be … Continue reading

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Domestic violence & temporary custody

In a recently decided appellate division case, the panel reaffirmed the current law in NJ which holds that there is a presumption in favor of the victim of domestic violence having temporary custody of the children. Also, it appears, for … Continue reading

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