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“Shelter-in-place” Orders and Divorce During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Divorce FAQs, Equitable Distribution, Family Law, Finances, Marital Agreements, Marital Assets, Mediation / By Sarah Jacobs, Esq.

“Shelter-in-place” Orders Impact the Amount of Divorce Cases in 2020 For those living in a struggling marriage, the stress exacerbated by “shelter-in-place” orders can be the tipping point. For the people of New Jersey and around the world, the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak has greatly affected our daily lives. We have never experienced anything like it, …

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What types of mediation are available during the family law process?

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Child Custody, Child Support, Co-Parenting, Complex Asset Division, Divorce, Divorce FAQs, Family Law, Mediation / By Sarah Jacobs, Esq.

What types of mediation are available during the family law process? The mediation process becomes an option for couples that want to have a smoother process in terms of communication between parties involved in divorce and other family law issues. Learn and explore with our attorney Sarah J. Jacobs, Esq. about the two different types …

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If the ADR is neutral why do I need a lawyer?

Alimony, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Child Support, Co-Parenting, Family Law / By Sarah Jacobs, Esq.

If the ADR or Mediation is neutral why do I need a lawyer? Our Co-founder, Sarah J. Jacobs, talks about the role of the attorney in the Alternative Dispute Resolution Process, and what to expect from him or her. A frequent inquiry that we receive with regard to what mediation and litigation is: If mediation …

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What can be resolved in divorce mediation?

Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, Co-Parenting, Complex Asset Division, Divorce, Family Law, Mediation / By Jamie Berger, Esq.

Divorce can be complicated—and a costly, lengthy divorce proceeding (whether or not it ends in a trial) is often the last thing a divorcing couple wants to deal with. While some divorces may require litigation, there are alternatives available for those who may wish to pursue a different—or concurrent—path. Each situation is unique in divorce, …

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New Year’s Resolution: Divorce!

Divorce, Divorce FAQs, Family Law, Finances, Marital Aggreements, Marital Assets, Mediation / By Sarah Jacobs, Esq.

Contemplating Divorce in 2020 – Family Law Attorneys Morristown NJ One or both partners set resolutions, and if the marriage has been on the rocks, there may be the intention to initiate a divorce. January is unofficially considered the ‘divorce month.’ This is because, after the holidays, which are typically a time full of family …

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Parenting-time Mediation Attorneys Providing Approaches to Clients across Morris County and Northern New Jersey

Parenting-time Mediation: Effective Approaches to Fair & Sensibly Crafted Solutions

Child Support, Co-Parenting, Divorce, Divorce FAQs, Family Law, Finances, Marital Aggreements, Mediation / By Sarah Jacobs, Esq.

Parenting-time Mediation Attorneys Morris County and Northern New Jersey An attorney can be involved in two ways: as a mediation attorney or as independent counsel during the mediation process. Mediation encourages communication and cooperation and is an effective Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) method for resolving divorce and family law matters such as child custody and …

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Co-parenting, Parenting Time, and Divorce Attorneys Morristown NJ

Co-Parenting: Worried Your Child May Call Someone Else ‘Mom’ or ‘Dad’?

Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, Co-Parenting, Divorce, Divorce FAQs, Family Law, Grandparents' Rights / By Sarah Jacobs, Esq.

Co-parenting, Parenting Time, and Divorce Attorneys Morristown NJ Family Law Attorneys Guiding parents across Morris County and Northern New Jersey in Child Custody, Child Support, and co-parenting issues. Ending a relationship as a result of divorce, civil union dissolution, or death isn’t easy especially if there are children involved. Even if child custody, parenting time, …

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“Conscious Uncoupling”: An Ode To A Mediated Divorce

Child Custody, Child Support, Complex Asset Division, Divorce, Family Law, Mediation / By Jamie Berger, Esq.

Mediation Strategies and Conscious Uncoupling in Morris County NJ Divorce Cases As mediation continues to grow as one of the most popular alternative divorce methods in New Jersey, this private, less time-consuming and less expensive method to end a marriage, dissolve a civil union, or legal relationship dissolution, seems to also share the advantage of …

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Independent Legal Counsel during Mediation Specialist Attorneys Morristown NJ

Is it a good idea to have Independent Legal Counsel during Mediation?

Alimony, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Family Law, Finances, Marital Assets, Mediation / By Jamie Berger, Esq.

Independent Legal Counsel during Mediation Specialist Attorneys Morristown NJ Helping clients resolve their issues through mediation in Morristown, Madison, Randolph and across Northern New Jersey Family Law Attorney and Partner Jamie N. Berger, Esq. speaks about the role of mediators and legal counsel during the mediation process. As a qualified mediator, we are the neutral …

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How to Choose a New Jersey Divorce Mediator

Divorce, Family Law, Mediation / By Jamie Berger, Esq.

Divorce can be complex and expensive. But it doesn’t necessarily have to be. When looking for a less contentious, more collaborative experience, couples increasingly choose alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation over traditional divorce litigation. And while mediation offers many benefits to couples ending their marriage, it’s still essential to work with a trusted attorney …

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