by Stelio Papadopoulo, Esq. | Feb 5, 2026 | Domestic violence, Family Law, Restraining order
If you’ve been granted a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) in New Jersey, it’s because the court believed there was enough evidence that you were in danger of domestic violence or abuse. A TRO is meant to protect you immediately—before a judge has had a chance to hold...
by Kevin Keiffer, Esq. | Dec 31, 2025 | Divorce, Family Matters
When people get divorced in New Jersey, they have to divide the things they own and the money they owe. This process is called Equitable Distribution. “Equitable” means fair, but it does not always mean each person gets exactly half. What Does Equitable Distribution...
by Lisa Black, Esq. | Sep 10, 2025 | Child custody and support, Family Law, Family Matters, Guardianship, Parental rights
It is generally in the best interest of the child to have consistent contact with both parents. However, when there is a change in the custodial parent’s employment, housing or other personal change that affects the non-custodial parent’s time with the child, the...
by Martine Cohen, Esq. | Aug 22, 2025 | Domestic violence, Family Matters
Once you have a Temporary Restraining Order, you will have a date to return to court to request the Final Restraining Order. If you are the person asking for help in a domestic violence case, you will be the first one to speak in court. You will need to tell the judge...
by Martine Cohen, Esq. | Aug 8, 2025 | Domestic violence, Family Matters, Restraining order
It takes a lot of courage and strength for someone to leave an abusive relationship. It’s not easy. In fact, it can feel really scary and hard. A person leaving an abuser often has many problems to deal with all at once—like not having enough money, finding a safe...
by Lisa Black, Esq. | Apr 4, 2025 | Child custody and support, Family Matters
YES! Although there are parents who reach verbal agreements to assist with buying diapers or food for the child that is not in their care, those verbal agreements are not enforceable in court. The parent of primary residence (the parent who lives with the child for...
