I have two questions. First what is the per centage of the commission that an executor can take. Second my mom died a few weeks

You are entitled to reimbursement from the estate for any out of pocket expenses you incurred for your mother’s funeral. You are a creditor of the...

Establishment of Jurisdiction??? What are my rights?

The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act, which is federal law, provides that once a state enters an order for custody, that is...

Under certain circumstances, a verbal agreement can be enforceable. For example, if there was “detrimental reliance” or “partial performance,” a...

I know there needs to be a settlement, but I need to protect myself, my children(prior) and my assets but she wants alot.

In New Jersey, there are no set rules regarding alimony or equitable distribution. The alimony and equitable distribution statutes merely provide...

There is no set time frame for seeking an adjournment of a hearing, but it is important that you do so as soon as possible to ensure that your...

Custody of infant

There are no set rules regarding initial custody determinations and no “age requirements” for seeking custody. Instead, age of the child is one of...

What do I need to do to obtain full custody of my son when his father is willingly giving up his rights?

The first place to start is to file a complaint for a step-parent adoption. You may attempt to do so in New Jersey, but you will probably have to...

Hi, I want to get a divorce, my car was under his name I was making payments, he took it from me, can I sue him while or after?

You can theoretically do both or either, however, it makes more sense from a financial and efficiency standpoint to address the issue as part of...

Can my wife have utility bills and cable bills sent to me in Nj if I havent lived at her residence for over a year?

You do not have to make any payments to her or on her behalf unless and until you are ordered to do so by a court. The only issue would be if the...

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I am 59 & was laid off. In NJ, is my ex-husband, 52, an MBA with a job, entitled to spousal support from any severance I get?

Until such time as you are successful in seeking a downward modification of your support obligation, you must continue to pay the spousal support...