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Helpful Tips on how to minimize your legal fees

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Sandy Durst

Let’s face it: divorce can be expensive.  When deciding whether to divorce, having an idea as to the overall costs is an essential bit of information.  Ask your attorney for an estimate.  While subject to change based upon how your … Continue reading →

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Be aware of upcoming changes to NJ adoption law

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Sandy Durst

At The Durst Firm we do not handle many adoptions. However, it is an aspect of family law.  There is a significant change to the NJ adoption law that may impact your life. Privacy rights of the parents(s) placing a … Continue reading →

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Why do I need to attend the Parent’s Education Program?

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Sandy Durst

When there are unemancipated children involved in a divorce, parents in New Jersey are required to attend the Parent’s Education Program.  This program is adminstered by the Court and you and your spouse will be scheduled for different days. When … Continue reading →

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I don’t need to pay my spouses credit card debt, do I?

Posted on December 14, 2016 by Sandy Durst

When addressing the financial aspects of a divorce, one of the biggest issues is properly dealing with the marital debt.  Client’s are often disappointed when they realize how debt is treated under NJ divorce law. What’s mine is mine, what’s … Continue reading →

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What does it mean if I have joint legal custody?

Posted on December 8, 2016 by Sandy Durst

When a divorce involves children, one of the most important considerations is how they children will be raised post-divorce.  Hopefully, the parents recognize that while they may no longer be spouses they remain connected as parents. Ideally, they can put … Continue reading →

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