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Though a divorce attorney is not necessary in New Jersey, having somebody there who is familiar with the law and the accompanying paperwork, a person who can remain emotionally detached during negotiations, and a lawyer who can propose solutions previously unconsidered is undeniably important.Make no mistake, though a divorce attorney is not required – it…

Even though a will attorney is not legally required for the creation of a valid will, a lawyer can help assuage some of the fears running throughout the process and can be very helpful in most situations.In New Jersey, the requirements for execution of a valid will includes three components: The will must be in…

Consultation with a will lawyer is important because wills not only provide post-mortem directions for asset distribution but also instruct how to manage the remaining estate. In particular, people with larger families or more money should prepare wills to protect spouses, children, and their money. Depending on one’s goals, creation of a specific type of…

Many individuals surprisingly do not have an estate plan and have never consulted with an estate planning attorney.  In fact, many do not have a will, with even fewer having an estate plan.  This is partially due to the stereotype that estate plans are only for people with a high net worth or large amount of assets.…

The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), states that in the United States one in three women and one in four men are victims of domestic violence.  It is one of the least discussed legal issues even though it can become a fatal situation.  New Jersey domestic violence lawyers can be the beacon of hope…

Most individuals will be spared the unfortunate event of having to appear in court for violations of the law.  However, if you are to ever appear in court, chances are you will have to appear in municipal court, sometimes known as "the people's court" in New Jersey.  Municipal court judges hear cases ranging from traffic…

In the United States today, more and more forms of alternative settlement procedures have become popular.  This is not only seen in the New Jersey legal field, but also in the financial field.  When a brokerage firm enters into an agreement with a client to handle their investments, the contract often includes an arbitration clause. …

Before hiring a divorce attorney, it is important to ask questions to better understand the process. Going over other important factors such as the amount of time it will take, the costs involved, and what happens in the event that the proceeding does not go according to plan can also help the process.Though divorce proceedings…

In New Jersey, child custody arrangements focus solely on the best interests of the child. This standard influences how New Jersey courts create custody arrangements, determine child support, share parenting time and other responsibilities, and sometimes limits their out-of-state travel.New Jersey courts create custody arrangements in the “best interests of the child.” Similarly, the New…

Preparing a will can be an unpleasant process to think about but our team can make it much easier for the client. Not only does the notion of death add a great amount of stress to any situation, but it also requires itemizing property and determining how it will be assigned after death.  We can…

In 2015, New Jersey officially reported 61,659 incidents of domestic violence. According to already outdated reports, a domestic violence incident occurs approximately every 8 minutes and 52 seconds.  The New Jersey Domestic Violence Prevention Act applies to relationships such as a current spouse, ex-spouses, any current or former member of the household, current or former…

If you are pulled over for a DUI, you are probably experiencing a high level of stress and fear. Many who are pulled over are first time offenders, not understanding what their rights are or how to proceed.  It is important that you know your rights in order to protect yourself and your case. A…