How long does a NJ Surrogate Court have to answer a motion for reconsideration?

The Surrogate does not respond to a Motion for Reconsideration. The Court does. If the motion was properly filed, then check with the staff of...

Children Contributing to College Costs

I agree with my colleagues. You should consult with an experienced family law attorney concerning this. A Court's decision on the contribution...

As the landlord, you are obligated to send a notice as the security deposit refund or lack thereof within 30 days of vacating the property. If you...

DIVORCE

Yes, you may file for divorce without your spouse's "agreement". But you have to establish a basis under law why you need a divorce. ie. 18...

You can start with this link. This has the pro se package on how to ask a court to change or enforce an Order. ...

Can a divorce be granted in NJ without a marital settlement agreement?

A divorce can be granted without a settlement agreement. A defaulting party must be given notice of the divorce date and may cross examine the...

A divorce complaint has been filed and it about to eligible to submit for default

Prior to the filing of an answer by the Defendant, you may voluntarily dismiss your case if that is what you want to do. Then the case is off the...

A divorce complaint has been filed and it about to eligible to submit for default

Prior to the filing of an answer by the Defendant, you may voluntarily dismiss your case if that is what you want to do. Then the case is off the...

I was served with divorce papers, but I passed the 35 days and my spouse filed for a divorce under default.

A Court will not undo the divorce. If your wife's attorney served you with a Notice of Equitable Distribution which outlined how she wanted to...

Are estate planning attorneys usually not present for the client's signing of their estate planning documents?

A Will, Power of Attorney or Advanced Directive do not require an attorney's signature to make them effective. As long as they are fully completed...