Morristown Family Law Firm Blog

Should you be considering a collaborative divorce?
Making the decision to file for divorce can be an upsetting and stressful experience for any person. It can be frightening to think about what will happen once that decision

The importance of legal counsel for New Jersey adoptions
Starting a family can be one of the most exciting and joyful times in any parent’s life. Whether it happens biologically, with the help of a surrogate or through adoption,

Reality versus perception in child custody cases
Heading into a legal battle about child custody can be a very frightening experience for parents across New Jersey. In many cases, people think they know what will happen and

Serious illness could prompt divorce for New Jersey couples
Filing for a divorce is not something people generally do on a whim. Deciding to end a marriage is a decision that is typically made only after couples have exhausted

Big moves can have a big impact on kids
After two people get divorced, it is not unusual for one person to move away. There are multiple reasons people do this, including a new job, starting a new relationship

Options for custody when co-parenting just isn’t going to work
Often, for divorced parents the ultimate goal for child custody is to reach the “peaceful” place where you and your ex-spouse can effectively co-parent your children…the ‘holy grail’ of your

Increased value of stock at stake in high-asset divorce
When a couple gets divorced in New Jersey, the law holds that their marital assets and debts should be divided equitably. The division of assets can be one of the

Five Ways Divorce Can Be Positive for Children
Divorce is hardly easy on children, especially lengthy, acrimonious proceedings. However, the public rarely hears about the positive effects that a divorce can have on kids. You may want help

Terminating a Civil Union in NJ
In 2007, same-sex partners in New Jersey 18 years of age and older were granted the right to enter into civil unions that gave them many of the same legal
