Since you have lived in New Jersey for over a year, you would get divorced here and New Jersey law would govern the case. If there are custody or...

In New Jersey, if someone buys the other party's interest in the house, the value is generally fixed at the difference between the balance on the...

I heard that if one side is not willing to divorce, when go to court, the judge will order the couple to see marital counseling?

That is not correct. I have been practicing law for nearly 35 years and have never heard of such a situation. A judge cannot order a couple to go...

401(k) plans are subject to equitable distribution. Equitable distribution is division of property acquired during a marriage. If you were never...

Can I divorce my partner from NJ and with him living in Mexico?

If you have lived in New Jersey for at least a year, you can file for divorce here even if the other party lives in another state or country. ...

I want visitation rights with my grandsons.

In general, parents have the right to decide who sees their children but in very specific cases, grandparents are given visitation rights. If your...

Marriage of Small duration?

There is no quick answer to your question. Equitable distribution means "fair" distribution of assets acquired during the marriage. It does not...

You didn't say how old your son is. It could make a difference. However, in general it isn't simply a matter of the parent bringing the child to...

Married in India and divorcing abusive husband in USA?

You do not need to have your husband consent to a divorce in New Jersey. If you are a resident of the state and have lived here for more than a...

Can I seek modification of child support?

If you are now paying for two children and you now have custody of one of them, depending on the situation, child support may be modified. You may...