What are the factors judges look at to award legal fees for a family court motion?

You should refer to New Jersey Court Rule 5:3-5(c), the same specifically sets for the factors a court is to consider; i.e. (1) the financial...

My brother wants to help me for a down payment of a house, how can this help impact my child support payment

Your purchase of a home should have no impact on your child support obligation, as child support is set based on each parent's income, and several...

I am married over 10 years due to marital breakdown abuse and arguing I just want to leave. Will I be sued for abandonement?

New Jersey is a no-fault divorce state. Therefore, except in extreme circumstances, the reasons for the divorce will not impact on the outcome of...

How do i get a cheating, verbally and mentally abusive spouse out of the house

If you have a legitimate fear for the safety of your children or yourself as a result of the actions of your spouse you can seek a Restraining...

Having an attorney represent me in court while I'm on the phone from another state

Often Motion Hearings are held without either individual party being present, i.e. with only the attorneys. Sometimes a Judge will decide a Motion...

If his name is on the account you should be able to secure copies of the relevant bank records. You should not hesitate to serve the Subpeona if...

Do i need a legal separation if my husband and i have been separated for 19 months

There is no specific accounting of a "legal separation" in New Jersey. You are either married or divorce (or in the process of divorcing).

How do i file an uncontested divorce in new jersey

You must file a Complaint for Divorce and have the same served on your soon-to-be ex whether the matter is contested or uncontested. If the two of...

Enforced court orders

Any time you want to enforce the directives of a Judge that were set forth in an Order of the court you need to file a Motion to Enforce Litigant's...

After Early settlement Councel Heading to Trial What Will Be the Most Likely Outcome of My Case?

Unfortunately, you have not provided enough facts to provide a complete answer. With regard to money you spent toward the marital residence,...