What are my options if I have never received a statement or any interest on my security deposit given to my landlord 4 years ago

Dear Lindenwold, The law requires landlords to keep security deposits in an interest bearing account and notify you of the bank and accounts...

How can i remove him from the mortgage without going to court?

Dear Succassunna, Without reviewing your final judgment of divorce and property and settlement agreement, it is of course difficult to advise...

What happens to a 16 year old when charged with 2C:35-10a (4)?

Dear Bridgewater, I agree with all that my colleague has posted with one exception: it has been my experience that a juvenile must be...

Foreclosure and Sherrif's sale another question

Dear Chester, I urge you to consult with an attorney that specializes in bankruptcy. In short, if you file for bankruptcy it will stay (halt)...

Safety valve eligiblity?

Dear Newark, Without knowing more of the circumstances surrounding your arrest, it is difficult to answer your question. When you say that you...

If I'm in the middle of a divorce in New Jersey, can I/should I be changing my will to delete benefits I don't want her to have?

Dear Glen Ridge, I applaud your forethought in this matter. As you may be well aware, most people don't have a Will in place under any...

Hello what are my rights if i rent from a house that is going to forcloser?

Dear Fort Lee, As a paying tenant, you may be able to stay in the property. If a sheriff's sale is eminent, your landlord's lender should...

What is the next step if my spouse does'nt acknowledge the divorce complaint by mail?

Dear Trenton, Service by certified mail is only permitted if the defendant resides out of state. Thus if that individual fails to answer, a...

Dear Deptford, To resolve this issue, you or your lawyer should contact the municipal court and indicate you wish to pay the ticket in full or...

If a husband decides to divorce his wife after 22 years of marriage based on affairs she has had

Dear Edison, For the most part, NJ is a no fault state. Meaning, that the alleged antics of either party really don't matter. So yes, despite...