The Family Law Group, within our Litigation Department, consists of experienced attorneys who are knowledgeable in all aspects of family law. We understand the importance of knowing the law and being sensitive to the particular needs of our clients. Family law presents issues that are somewhat unique from most other areas of the law. The issues presented are personal, sensitive, complex and often emotionally charged. We provide guidance and advice to our clients and assist them in easing the stress and anxiety which often accompanies the process. We are also sensitive to, and understand, that this process is an emotionally draining period in our clients’ lives.
Divorce
The prospect of entering into the divorce process is daunting for most litigants. Our attorneys are experienced in handling any matter, whether it is simple and uncontested, or high-conflict and complex. We work closely with our clients to ensure that they comprehend the immediate issues, as well as those which may arise in the future.
We are experienced in dealing with large asset cases that routinely involve the evaluation of closely-held businesses, partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies, trusts, medical practices, law firms, etc. Our attorneys have established relationships with experts who can assist in evaluating these assets.
Custody/Parenting Time
As any judge or experienced attorney will tell you, it is preferable for parents to resolve issues regarding custody and parenting time, as the best interests of the children are paramount in these cases. We will utilize every effort to resolve these issues without the necessity of a trial. Unfortunately, if one parent is unreasonable, we are sometimes compelled to litigate such matters. We have represented clients in extremely difficult cases and assisted them in resolving their case. We have also represented clients with interstate and international custody disputes as well as relocation cases.
Non-Dissolution
These matters mainly involve litigants who are unmarried and have children together. Recently, these cases have become more prevalent, as a higher percentage of children are born outside of marital relationships. Our attorneys assist clients understand the process.
Child Support
Our attorneys assist clients through the process of obtaining child support awards as well as the collection of child support arrears. We understand that these funds are critical for the benefit of children born of marital or non-marital relationships. We also assist clients in collecting support from parents who reside outside of New Jersey.
Domestic Violence
Whether you are a victim of domestic violence or have been wrongly accused, our attorneys are experienced in prosecuting and defending these matters. Our attorneys were involved in a seminal New Jersey Supreme Court case that clarified significant jurisdictional provisions of the New Jersey Domestic Violence Law. One of our attorneys works with the Bergen County Alternatives to Domestic Violence Program, which provides representation for victims who suffer from the serious cycle of domestic violence.
Appeals
Our attorneys are knowledgeable and experienced in the appellate process. We are not afraid to question court rulings if we believe that an unjust ruling has been made by a trial court. Our recent appellate cases have dealt with an international child abduction, and Hague Convention issues, as well as custody and domestic violence issues.
Other Areas of Family Law:
Pre-Marital, Mid-Marital and Cohabitation Agreements
Adoption Law
Grandparent Visitation
Dissolution of Civil Unions/Palimony
Post-Divorce Modification and Enforcement
Name Changes/Child Naming Rights
Practice area members: Ronald M. Abramson, Thomas R. McConnell, Robert M. Jacobs and Rita R. Mungioli.