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Divorce in a the Time of Coronavirus: Historic Court Backlogs
Posted in: Division of Assets Divorce Domestic Violence Family Law Finances Mediation

Historic Court Backlogs in NJ Divorce Court due to Coronavirus

October 20, 2020

Our Passaic County Family Lawyers are here to help you navigate the process even in the absence of a court date. Recently the Administrative Office of the Courts of New Jersey has released statistics on the court proceedings. Given the unprecedented closures required due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there is a huge backlog of cases awaiting trial in the New Jersey Superior Court: Family Part. This means that couples seeking a divorce, changes to their custody arrangements or new custody […]

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Domestic Violence Attorneys Educating on Blended Family Relationships and the Domestic Violence Act in NJ
Posted in: Child Custody Co-Parenting Criminal Law Domestic Violence Family Law Restraining Orders

Domestic Violence Act and Blended Family Structure Attorneys Passaic County NJ

September 29, 2020

NJ Half-Siblings Who Grew Up in Blended Family, Qualify As Household Members Under New Flexible & Expanded Definition of Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (PDVA) As a result of the recent Monmouth County, NJ court decision in the matter of  S.C. v. J.D., the family court slightly expanded the definition of a “household member” under the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act” (PVDA) and who may be considered a “victim” to obtain a restraining order, to reflect the ever-changing dynamics of […]

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How to File a Temporary Domestic Violence Restraining Order (TRO) during COVID-19 in 5 Steps
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How to File a Temporary Domestic Violence Restraining Order (TRO) during COVID-19 in 5 Steps

July 30, 2020

Considered Getting a Temporary Domestic Violence Restraining Order (TRO) during COVID-19? You’re Actually 5 Steps Closer Than You Think Have you or someone you know been living near your abuser, possibly afraid or unable to safely seek help or go forward with the legal protection process? Are you worried about child custody if you file a domestic abuse claim? As more shelter-in-place restrictions begin to lift, many Domestic Violence advocates expect an influx of temporary restraining orders and divorce filings. […]

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Did New Jersey “Stay-at-Home” Orders Create a Toxic Environment For Domestic Abuse to Thrive?
Posted in: Assault Child Custody Domestic Violence Family Law Restraining Orders

Did New Jersey “Stay-at-Home” Orders Create a Toxic Environment For Domestic Abuse to Thrive?

July 14, 2020

If you are the victim of one of the 19 criminal offenses that constitute domestic violence under the NJ Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (PDVA), safety for yourself and your children should be your priority. Recent back-to-back related domestic violence-related killings in Bergen County have left many wondering if the COVID-19 stay-at-home orders created the volatile atmosphere or merely hastened an already deteriorating family situation. The increased levels of anxiety and violence in many homes seem to directly correlate to […]

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Why It’s Critical to Protect Your Privacy During Divorce Litigation in NJ
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Why It’s Critical to Protect Your Privacy During Divorce Litigation in NJ

June 10, 2020

You don’t have to be a celebrity or influencer to worry about friends, family, coworkers, or future romantic partners possibly becoming too curious about aspects of your divorce or personal life. Separation, divorce, or deciding to dissolve a civil union can be a difficult and traumatic process. If there are children involved, having to amicably arrange child custody, child support, parenting time arrangements, and any possible alimony from marital assets, means that you and your family will most likely be impacted by […]

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