I am in NJ. What is Original Jurisdiction? I have a divorce appeal (alimony) in process (not submitted yet). My attorney

As observed, you should discuss this with the attorney you hired. But what you say is pretty close. In deciding an appeal the Appellate Division...

There was a very famous case a few years ago that established that NJ State Troopers in southern NJ especially were pulling over African Americans...

NJSA 39:4-125 states: 39:4-125. Improper U turn Turning on curve, grade or place where view obstructed or State highway marked with "no U turn"...

How much alimony do I have to pay if any for a 3 1/2-4yr marriage(by time divorce is final)? She has a BA and a real estate Lic.

Length of marriage is one of the factors that the court would consider, as is the difference in income. This is a question that you need to go...

Can DYFS open their own case on my 3 yr old even though they were called initially on my X by his X regarding their 16 year old?

When dealing with the Division it is really important to have a lawyer on your side that understands the laws and rules and regulations pertaining...

How do i find a good affordable DYFS lawyer being so far into my DYFS case?

When you say DYFS took your son, have your parental rights already been terminated? If so, unless you filed an appeal then you have no other...

My ex wife is smoking around my son what can I do by law and also I live New Jersey I file a motion but my ex never anwer

I agree with Ms. Ginzburg. There are many issues as to whether you served the spouse properly, did you notify her of the time and date the motion...

DIVORCE IN NJ

There are a number of factors the court must look at before deciding a motion seeking to permit a parent from moving out of state with the...

Can a "fit" mother lose her joint residential custody if there is no evidence of harm or neglect nor imminent danger to her son?

The standard for a change of custody is the "best interests of the child", which is not the same as the standard for an abuse and neglect...

I want the mother of my two teenagers out of my house and have physical custody. Is that possible?

You have two issues, an eviction of someone whom you have in your home and the issue of custody. You should speak with an attorney because there...