Law Div cases in NJ have mandatory mediation. My attorney wants me to go. The other side like to litigate .......

Pursuant to the Court Rules, you are required to attend. By also appearing at the mediation session and being willing to discuss your case, you may...

Mediation Agreement

Terms in an Agreement are binding and do not expire unless the parties have agreed to an expiration date. However, a person can attempt to seek a...

Difficult soon to be ex(stbx) who also happens to be an alcoholic and abuser.

It would have been helpful if the judge's order was properly worded to clarify who is going to obtain the estimates. Both parties need to...

Can Adultery effect spousal support?

Spousal support is based upon need, the marital lifestyle, the difference in incomes, health, and other factors. Adultery is not a ground for...

Contact the court and request to speak to the law clerk assigned to the judge which will hear the motion. Determine whether the motion date was...

Settlement regarding businesses

Generally, a business owned by a spouse is considered martial property subject to equitable distribution in a divorce if the business was acquired...

DIVORCE

In New Jersey you may obtain a divorce from your spouse without his consent. A complaint for divorce needs to be filed in the county in which you...

Under the law in NJ am I obligated to pay for a tutor. I pay child support on time and I am tapped out. Can my ex make me pay?

Your ex-spouse can take you to court on a motion, but she will have to prove need. You on the other hand will need to prove that you are in fact...

In NJ can a spouse carry an ex spouse on their medical plan @ work if the court makes provisions for that in the divorce.

Once the divorce is complete, the ex-spouse may remain receiving the same health benefits under COBRA for up to 18 months after the divorce. In a...

I have been out of my house for 3 months and getting divorced- do i still have to pay the mortgage if both names on the title ?

You have indicated that your name is on the deed and likely also on the mortgage. You have a contract with your lender and our legally bound to...