Family law differs from state to state.
That is important for anyone living in New Jersey who was married in a different state or pursued a family law matter in a state where they previously resided.
Some states view marital property as “community property” which should be divided equally 50-50 unless a premarital agreement or other mitigating circumstances dictate otherwise.
New Jersey applies the concept of “equitable distribution” to marital assets. This means the court will divide the marital property as it deems fair.
Marital property can refer to assets such as real estate holdings, retirement accounts, business interests, and stock portfolios acquired during marriage.
New Jersey married couples can draw up prenuptial and postnuptial agreements to outline their terms of asset division, similar to rules in other states.
New Jersey Family Law
The practice of family law in New Jersey pertains to legal issues that arise in families or in personal relationships between individuals, including these most commonly known matters:
- Divorce and post-divorce issues
- Civil unions and domestic partnerships
- Domestic abuse and restraining orders
- Property settlement issues related to divorce or dissolution
- Child and spousal support,
- Child custody and parenting time
- Adoption and legal guardianships
Family law attorneys represent individuals going through a divorce or may work with a couple or an entire family concerning legal issues, such as adoption.
In New Jersey, only members of the New Jersey Bar may practice law in the state with only some exceptions.
Cooper Levenson is a full-service law firm established in 1957. Cynthia N. Grob, Esq., a partner with nearly 20 years of experience in family law, can be reached at cgrob@cooperlevenson.com or by calling 856-857-5538.
