How is New Jersey Child Support Calculated?
If you have children and are getting a divorce in New Jersey, then the question of child support is going to be high on your list of concerns. Will you be able to get a positive outcome? One that is going to be a financial burden? How is child support even calculated in NJ? This …
The Journey to Adopting Your Spouse’s Child
Let’s be honest…beginning the adoption process can feel overwhelming and challenging. Adoptions are, after all, legal procedures. That means official paperwork and potentially several months before becoming official. But for the parent and adopted child…that’s a small price to pay. Now, while there are quite a few types of adoptions that New Jersey recognizes, this …
Ann Fabrikant, Super Lawyers Rising Star 2020
I am honored to announce that once again I have been selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for seven consecutive years, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and most recently 2020. I am very proud of this achievement as only 2.5% of lawyers in New Jersey are selected for this honor.
Can I Oppose Divorce in New Jersey?
Let’s be honest, Divorce can be one of the most emotional periods of anyone’s life, especially if you didn’t see it coming or don’t want it altogether. One of the biggest questions we get at our firm is: How do I stop this divorce? Can I stop it? As with most things legal-related…yes and no. …
Annulments in New Jersey
What is an Annulment in NJ? An annulment is a legal procedure that declares a marriage null and void, meaning that the marriage is legally considered to have never existed. Unlike divorce, where a marriage is ended, annulment makes it as if the marriage never occurred. It is essential to note that annulment is not …
Four Types of Alimony In New Jersey
There are four types of alimony that you may be awarded or expected to pay in the state of New Jersey. These four types are outlined below: The first kind of alimony is called Open Durational Alimony. It is awarded in marriages that lasted twenty years or longer. It continues without an end date. It …