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When people hear the word mediation, they sometimes assume it is an informal conversation with no real structure. That is not what I mean when I talk about mediation in a divorce case. In family law, mediation is a guided...
Slutsky v. Slutsky, a divorce case involving the division of assets (decided in 2026), also involved a 30 year marriage with 3 adult children. The wife received in equitable distribution, fifty percent of the husband’s law practice valued at $501,000...
Is a prenuptial agreement signed the day of a wedding valid if one party was not represented by a lawyer and she claims the signing was under duress? Under N.J. law, a prenuptial agreement doesn’t have to be fair as...
A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract signed by both parties before marriage that addresses financial and legal issues that may arise in the event of divorce or death. While some people view prenuptial agreements as unromantic, they are often...
Selecting the right matrimonial lawyer may be one of the most important decisions a person makes during a divorce. The attorney chosen to guide the process can have a direct impact on financial security, parental rights, emotional well-being, and the...
If you want to avoid sabotaging your divorce, you need to understand one hard truth early. Divorce is emotional, but your case is still judged by evidence, credibility, and reasonableness. I have spent my career in family law, and I...
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In a recent NJ divorce case (Slutsky v. Slutsky), decided March 25, 2026, the NJ Appellate Court awarded the Wife, in equitable distribution 50% of the value of her husband’s law practice. The husband’s partnership interest in a large law...
Child custody litigation is one of the most emotionally charged and complex areas of family law. For many parents, the process can feel overwhelming—especially when decisions about their child’s future are ultimately placed in the hands of a judge. However,...