The initial way that an affair (or as divorce lawyers refer to as adultery) can affect a marriage is when a spouse decides to file a Complaint for Divorce in the Family Part of the Superior Court of New Jersey. New Jersey is a no-fault state that means that you are entitled to seek a divorce under Irreconcilable differences rather than requiring that you prove that your spouse is at “fault.” The attorneys at our East Brunswick, New Jersey law firm are well versed at helping those who have been betrayed.
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What Does A Guardian ad Litem Do In A New Jersey Child Custody Case?
A Guardian ad Litem (“GAL”) may be appointed to represent the best interests of the child in child custody or divorce proceedings. The lawyers at our law firm have not only handled many cases involving Guardian ad Litem’s, but have also had the honor of being appointed by judges of the Superior Court of New Jersey to acts as GAL’s in other child custody cases. The primary goal of the GAL is to perform investigations neutrally and make recommendations to the judge regarding what outcome would best serve the child. Either parent may request a GAL, or the court may decide to appoint one. As an experienced child custody attorney, I found this case to provide a nice explanation. [Read more…] about What Does A Guardian ad Litem Do In A New Jersey Child Custody Case?
If I Do Not Have A Lawyer Will A Judge Treat Me Differently?
No. The judge will typically advise a pro se (i.e., someone representing themselves in their own divorce action) litigant that they shall be expected to follow the Rules of Court in New Jersey just like as if they were a seasoned attorney. Furthermore, the lawyers at our law firm here in East Brunswick, New Jersey, appreciate that while a New Jersey Family Court may be more likely to been understanding of the fact that you are not a lawyer, the Court is not required to be more tolerant or more kind to you just because you are not an attorney. Finally, since 1996 I have been meeting with new clients who handled their own divorce and then come to our firm for a consultation only to find how extremely difficult it is to change a divorce agreement after the fact. As Benjamin Franklin once said, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” In other words and for purposes of this blog, it is easier (and less expensive) to do it correctly the first time than paying a lawyer after the fact to attempt to fix problems with your divorce agreement, some of which you may not even aware of, yet.
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What Happens During A Final Restraining Order Trial?
Since 1996 the lawyers at our East Brunswick, New Jersey law firm have represented both victims and alleged perpetrators in domestic violence matters, specifically including restraining orders. Our lawyers are often asked what they should expect when we go to the Family Part of the Superior Court of New Jersey for the final restraining order (FRO) hearing.
First, It is important to understand that family court is not quite like we see in television or in movies. Some things are similar. Courtrooms in television and movies are often extremely large and look very formal and intimidating. While there is no denying that the court process is intimidating, just appearing in the court does not have to be. In most courtrooms, a Judge dressed in a black robe will be sitting on the bench, which is a slightly elevated large desk where the Judge and his clerk will be sitting. There will also be at least one Sherriff’s officer in the Courtroom. There are two tables each with two chairs in the front of the courtroom, one set for the victim and victim’s attorney and one set for the alleged perpetrator and respective attorney.
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New Jersey Domestic Violence Lawyer Provides Information for Victims
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. At the Law Offices of Edward R. Weinstein, we want to ensure that all victims of domestic violence have ample information on where they can get help and begin a new, safer life. The following is a list by county of services and shelters available to domestic violence victims in New Jersey:
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Is Mid-Week Overnight Parenting Time In The Best Interest Of The Child?
Well, it depends. The child custody lawyers at our New Jersey based law firm understand that both parents have a fundamental right to have visitation (a/k/a parenting time) with their child. Having said that, the focus of our attorneys and the judges of New Jersey Family Courts is always on the best interest of the child.
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