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15OctOctober 15, 2023

If a Former Partner Threatens a New Partner, You Can Get a Restraining Order Against the Former Partner.

According to New Jersey’s Appellate Division, if a former partner threatens a person's new partner, they can obtain a restraining order. In the case of D.S. v. E.R. (A-3792-21), the Plaintiff alleged that the Defendant had a substantial history of abusive behavior. Although the...

06SepSeptember 6, 2023

Immunity for Child Abuse Referrals is Not Absolute

In most circumstances, New Jersey law provides both civil and criminal immunity to those who make reports of suspected child abuse to the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP). However, in the recently published case of E.W. v. W. M-H., the Court...

10AugAugust 10, 2023

For Cohabitation Cases, The Supreme Court’s Cardali Opinion Giveth (And Taketh Away)

On August 8, 2023, the New Jersey Supreme Court issued a unanimous opinion in the matter of Cardali v. Cardali, largely resolving an ongoing debate among New Jersey courts about what is necessary for a litigant to make a “prima facie,” or threshold...

31JulJuly 31, 2023

Governor signs update to New Jersey Restraining Order Law

Governor Murphy recently signed a law that expands the ability of victims of stalking and cyber harassment to obtain restraining orders in New Jersey. Under existing law, restraining orders could only be obtained if a victim and perpetrator shared a close relationship, either...

18SepSeptember 18, 2022

Lynda Picinic elevated to MFMC Partner

Meyerson, Fox, Mancinelli & Conte, P.A. is pleased to announce that Lynda Picinic has been elevated to Partner of the firm. A member of the firm's divorce and family law practice, Lynda focuses her practice on representing clients in matrimonial and post-divorce judgment...

08MayMay 8, 2019

Prenuptial Agreements: Relationship Killer or Killer Idea?

Most people consider Prenuptial Agreements to be reserved for the wealthy. Oftentimes, they are viewed as a “relationship killer,” where at least one spouse goes into the marriage assuming that it will not work out. While either scenario could be accurate, there are many...

13OctOctober 13, 2014

Alimony Reform in New Jersey

Governor Christie recently signed a bill which modifies New Jersey’s alimony statute. The changes were not as extensive as had been initially proposed but they are significant in certain respects. This article will address the changes which affect the term of alimony. Subsequent posts will...