New Jersey Family Law

SPRINGFIELD UNION COUNTY NEW JERSEY DIVORCE LAWYER MEDIATOR

Now, there's one more reason why New Jersey mediation trumps New Jersey litigation. Starting September 1, 2009, some evidence admitted in New Jersey courts and specifically defined as "open for public inspection" in the state's new guidelines will be available for viewing by members of the public.  Newark Star Ledger, August 7, 2009

LIVINGSTON ESSEX COUNTY NEW JERSEY DIVORCE ATTORNEY MEDIATION

They're separated. A divorce action is pending. Wife moves out of the marital home, which is in both names. Husband changes the locks. Then, while he's away on vacation, she hires a locksmith, enters the house and removes various items. Although she's arrested for burglary and trespass, the charges are later dropped and no criminal prosecution ensues. When she sues for false arrest, the case is ultimately dismissed : the arresting officer had probable cause.  Finigan v. Marshall, F. 3d.    (2d. Cir. 2009); August 5, 2009

MONTCLAIR ESSEX COUNTY NEW JERSEY DIVORCE MEDIATOR

The New Jersey divorce judge erred by declining to consider the claim of a verbal agreement between the parties, pertaining to their jointly owned dog. It was error to disregard the claimed agreement, merely on the basis that a pet is personal property. Agreements about jointly held property are material in actions concerning its division. They may be specifically enforced. Thus, the case is remanded for further proceedings on the existence of an oral agreement about ownership and possession of the dog and the propriety of specific performance.  Houseman v. Dare,      N.J. Super.   (App. Div. 2009); New Jersey App. Div., March 5, 2009