Equitable distribution is the division of property, assets and debts in divorce proceedings. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A: 34-23.1, New Jersey courts consider a number of factors in...
Enforcement of MSA’s with Cohabitation Provisions
Dec 21, 2017
In New Jersey, when two parties divorce and mutually agree to enter a martial settlement agreement (MSA) governing the terms of their divorce, deciding on an alimony figure and the grounds...
Proving Domestic Violence in New Jersey
Dec 20, 2017
Under the seminal New Jersey case, Silver v. Silver, the Appellate Division established that in order to obtain a final restraining order (FRO) under the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (PDVA), the...
In Newburgh v. Arrigo, the Supreme Court of New Jersey established several factors to consider in determining college contributions after a divorce. A few of the most important factors include: (1)...
In New Jersey, a person commits the predicate act of harassment as defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:33-4 if, with the purpose to harass another, he: a) Makes, or causes to be made, a communication or communications...
