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Here are 5 key issues judges look for in child custody cases. Except when it is proven not to be in the child’s best interests, the court works with both parents to maximize their time with... Read more
When your client goes through a divorce, courts will notice any past criminal charges/convictions. Their behavior in court and the specific kind of charges they faced may be taken into accou... Read more
Parental Alienation Syndrome occurs when a child rejects a parent without a reasonable objective basis. Whether it's called interference, manipulation, or parental alienation, it is a seriou... Read more
What happens if a couple who stored genetic material gets divorced or one of the parties dies? And are posthumously conceived children entitled to inherit? Read more
When drafting a prenuptial agreement, use these four key steps to help ensure that a judge will find the prenup enforceable. Read more
How can you make your client happy with a prenuptial agreement that will hold water when the time comes for enforcement? The first step is to understand what your client wants and determine... Read more
These hot tips for divorce settlement strategies during COVID (including SECURE and CARES) can supplement alimony post-TCJA. Read more
Financial expert Christy Watkins discusses what information family lawyers need to negotiate the best deal possible for their clients. Read more
Family lawyer Maria Cognetti testifies before the House Judiciary Committee about the pitfalls in New Jersey's proposed presumption of shared custody bill. Read more
Commit to being fully prepared and understanding the goals of oral argument, and use these 6 tips for dealing with hostile or quiet appellate panels at oral argument. Read more
