Morristown Family Law Firm Blog

How to Get a Domestic Violence Restraining Order
Domestic violence can include a wide range of behaviors, such as harassment, assault, and stalking. In fact, the New Jersey Prevention of Domestic Violence Act defines nineteen different actions as

What to Know About Filing for Divorce in New Jersey
For many people, divorce marks a stressful time. It’s not simply the end of a relationship—there are also many logistical hurdles to navigate, such as divvying up finances and property,

What to Do If You’re a Victim of Domestic Violence in New Jersey
Victims of domestic violence often feel confused, distraught, and trapped in the cycle of abuse with their significant others. As a result, they seldom speak out for fear of retribution or lack of support.

NJ Domestic Violence Resources
Domestic violence can create a dangerous and terrifying situation for families in New Jersey. Unfortunately, domestic abuse is also common. This fact was demonstrated by the U.S. Surgeon General recently

Vacating a Consent Order or Settlement Agreement in New Jersey
In mediation, divorce, civil union dissolution, matters of child support and child custody, as well as alimony and spousal support, it is critical that clients be aware and in agreement

Redecorating While Quarantine
Redecorating While Quarantine Emily Harmatz: My name is Emily Harmatz, and I own an interior design firm called Just the Right Place, and we pretty much like to create practical

Can Grandparents get custody if the child wants to live with them?
Can Grandparents get custody if the child wants to live with them? Our Co-Founder of Jacobs Berger, LLC. Jamie N. Berger practices exclusively in the area of family law. In the

How can a medical condition impact custody?
When it comes to child custody and parent time, a variety of factors go into determining the arrangement that will work best for your family. First and foremost in those

Financial Planning and Investing during COVID
Financial Planning and Investing during COVID Our founding attorney Sarah J. Jacobs, Esq. interviews Certified Financial Planner Scott Greenberg from SJG Private Wealth Management. Scott Greenberg: As you mentioned, I
