Morristown Family Law Firm Blog

Can You Still Receive Child Support Payments if Your Ex is in Jail?
If your child’s other parent is in jail or prison and you are separated, divorced, or no longer involved with them, this can significantly alter their ability to pay regular

How Does a Restraining Order Affect Divorce
Divorces involving domestic violence may warrant the entry of a restraining order. While restraining orders play an important role in protecting families from harm, they come with additional considerations for

Am I Eligible for Child Support if We Were Never Legally Married in New Jersey?
In the state of New Jersey, the law determines that every child should be supported by their parents, whether or not those parents share a household—or a last name. However,

Will I Lose My Pension As a Result of Divorce in New Jersey?
Difficult conversations and decisions can be an inevitable part of the divorce process. As these discussions unfold—particularly those surrounding division of assets and liabilities—it’s natural to feel concerned about the

What Information Will My Attorney Need to Draft a Prenup Agreement?
When you’re counting down the days to your wedding (and perhaps to honeymoon celebrations), the last thing you may want to be thinking about is the “business side” of your

Why You Should Retain Legal Counsel During the Divorce Process
While most people entering into marriage are hoping that “for better or worse” applies to their long lives together, if you’re getting divorced, you might feel it’s equally applicable to

What Does Child Support Cover in New Jersey?
When parents separate, there’s lots of room for disagreement, but most parents can agree on one thing—children with divorced, separated, or unmarried parents deserve the same financial support as children

Are Divorce Settlements Public in New Jersey?
Divorce is difficult enough—you don’t want to have to worry about whether the intimate details of your personal life are available to anyone as a result of the process. No

Can Supervised Visitation Be Part of Our Child Custody Agreement?
Developing a parenting time plan, even in the most amicable divorce settlement, can be a complex process. Ensuring a fair parenting time plan is generally one of the top priorities
