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Is Child Abuse Grounds for Divorce?
Is Child Abuse Grounds for Divorce?
Get Help Now   Establishing Fault   To file for divorce in New Jersey, the petitioner must have a legally valid reason (ground). Some couples file for divorce...
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Does a Mother Have Special Rights in Divorce?
Does a Mother Have Special Rights in Divorce?
The Parent Who Cares Many people mistakenly believe mothers always get physical custody of the child in divorce cases. While this is common, it is not the rule....
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Fathers’ Rights in Divorce
Fathers’ Rights in Divorce
On Equal Footing   Contrary to popular belief, fathers are not at an inherent disadvantage in divorce cases. Both parents are on equal footing when a judge is...
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Child Care After a Divorce
Child Care After a Divorce
Co-Parenting and Co-Caring Finding appropriate child care is a challenge many single parents struggle with. Finding an affordable, quality, and convenient child care provider you trust is difficult...
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What Are Fault Grounds for Divorce?
What Are Fault Grounds for Divorce?
Reasons for Divorce   Divorce is a legal action and thus has certain standards that must be met for the action to be granted by the court. Grounds...
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How Can Domestic Violence Affect a Divorce?
How Can Domestic Violence Affect a Divorce?
Domestic Violence and Divorce A divorce is a complex legal action. In a typical divorce, issues such as custody, parenting time, and child support need to be addressed....
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How Long Will a Contested Divorce Case Take?
How Long Will a Contested Divorce Case Take?
Every Divorce Is Different Matrimonial attorneys are frequently asked by clients how long their divorce will take. A good attorney will only tell you the factors that can...
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Protecting Your Child During Divorce Proceedings
Protecting Your Child During Divorce Proceedings
Extra Protection During a Difficult Time   Divorce can tear families apart. Contested divorces, in particular, can be emotionally devastating for both parents and children. Children can struggle...
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Allison C. Williams, Esq. becomes a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Allison C. Williams, Esq. becomes a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Allison C. Williams, Esq., Founder of newjerseyDYFSdefense.com, has just been bestowed the esteemed honor of Fellowship in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Allison has devoted her...
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Allison C. Williams becomes the first African American Certified Matrimonial Law Attorney
Allison C. Williams becomes the first African American Certified Matrimonial Law Attorney
In between litigating on behalf of good people, parents wrongfully and aggressively accused by the Division of Youth and Family Services of abuse and/or neglect, I somehow found...
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