If you are getting a divorce in New Jersey and have been a domestic violence victim, you have options for resolving the situation. You can choose how to divide your debt and assets as well as parenting time and child custody. A judge can also determine these issues...
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence and visitation rights
Sometimes, the legal system in New Jersey needs to deal with very complex issues related to family. For example, there are cases when a parent has a history of domestic violence against a former partner. In those cases, should the parent have visitation rights to the...
How does domestic violence affect child custody?
If you have evidence that your estranged spouse committed domestic violence against you or your children, New Jersey takes it into consideration when coming to a decision on child custody. In addition to assault, domestic violence includes harassment, stalking,...
Victims of domestic violence: Create an escape plan when you’re ready to divorce
Domestic violence impacts many families both here in Clark, New Jersey, and elsewhere. Finding an effective solution that falls short of divorce is often impossible. If you're the victim of domestic violence and you're taking steps toward a divorce, we know that you...
The impact of domestic violence on child custody
While no relationship is perfect, it is clear that no marriage should include violence or abuse. The cycle of abuse often keeps spouses together longer then they should. Additionally, when children are involved, an abused spouse will often continue living in this...
What is considered domestic violence?
Domestic violence comes in many forms and for those involved in family violence, and needing to access legal resources and help, it is important to understand what the law considers domestic violence. Legal resources are available for anyone impacted by domestic...
A history of domestic violence can affect custody
Victims of domestic violence often fear leaving their spouses or significant others in part because of their children. Aside from having to figure out how to support themselves financially after a split, they may be concerned that the abusive partner is going to have...
How do New Jersey protective orders work?
Foremost in the minds of domestic violence victims is their immediate personal safety, but there are other matters of concern as well. Examples include securing safety on a long-term basis and ensuring that victims remain safe in multiple locations. Protective orders...
Helping you address domestic violence during a divorce
No relationship is perfect. Whether it is between spouses, partners, parent and child or even siblings, disagreements and disputes are natural occurrences in these types of relationships. Unfortunately, some of these arguments get heated. This can result in physical...
What is the purpose of a protective order?
Domestic violence affects many victims throughout New Jersey. While some victims may carry the tell-tale signs of abuse on their bodies, others may suffer emotional and psychological harm from their tormentors and may appear perfectly fine to those around them. Both...