New Jersy Divorce Attoney

The practice of family law requires experience, knowledge, and compassion for each client's difficult situations. At Fox & Melofchik, LLC in Ocean Township, New Jersey, our lawyers have successfully handled various family law cases that have involved:

Divorce
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Post-Judgment Divorce Actions
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Child Custody
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Visitation
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Alimony
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Child Support
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Debt and Property Division
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Domestic Violence
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Grandparental Rights
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Domestic Partnerships
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Gay / Lesbian Family Law Issues (Same-Sex Unions)
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Adoptions

Divorce Mediation versus Litigation

When a couple decides to file for divorce, they can either handle the dissolution of their marriage and the related issues with cooperation or contention. Attorney Gary E. Fox is a trained mediator who has resolved many divorce and family law matters through mediation.

The best interests of the children should always come first, no matter how contentious the divorce becomes. In most cases, it is preferable for custody and visitation to be mediated as opposed to litigated. Personal issues can be aired at the negotiation table, not on the public record in a courtroom. In the end, the children should be shielded, as much as possible, from the rancor between their parents.

The division of property, assets, and debt become challenging issues, but if compromises can be achieved, mediation can be a cost effective way to resolve those matters. Future personal relationships will be healthier through open and honest communication in a mediation setting.

Although, Gary E. Fox is a skilled mediator, when necessary, he is fully prepared to represent your interests in court as a litigator on your behalf.

Domestic Partnerships / Same-Sex Unions

The Domestic Partnership Act became law on July 10, 2004. The Act establishes domestic partnerships and certain related rights for non-related, same sex and opposite sex partners. A joint filing of an Affidavit of Domestic Partnership must be filed with the local registrar. With those rights comes the ability to dissolve a domestic partnership. Alimony and equitable distribution may not apply, but there may be various claims prior to dissolving the partnership. Fox & Melofchik, LLC has extensive experience in this new area of family law and can advise you regarding issues involving a domestic partnership.

In December 2006, the New Jersey legislature enacted N.J.S.A. 37:1-28, recognizing same-sex unions. This law guarantees to same-sex partners the same rights and benefits afforded to those who enter into domestic partnerships.

Located in Hackensack, New Jersey, the law firm of Lesnevich & Marzano-Lesnevich, LLC features experienced family law attorneys who can represent you during the unfortunate situation of divorce. A divorce, sometimes called dissolution of marriage, is a court order terminating a marriage. A divorce is the termination of a valid marriage. Our family law attorneys have years of experience in dealing with divorce law cases and can help you get through your difficult situation.

When going through a divorce, there are a number of things to consider. Divorce cases can sometimes become complex and time consuming. As a result, you will want representation from a family law attorney who is experienced dealing with the complexities of the case. The family law attorneys of Lesnevich & Marzano-Lesnevich, LLC can assist you with a number of divorce issues including the following:

• The Divorce Process: From Separation to Final Divorce

• Dividing Up Property in a Divorce

• Effect of Premarital Agreements on Divorce

• Effect of Divorce on Estate Planning and Wills

• Ending a Marriage

• Effect of Divorce on taxes

• Annulment

• Debts

• Nuptial agreements

• Separation

To meet Madeline Marzano-Lesnevich go to our website at lmllawyers.com to hear her speak about divorce and custody cases.

Lesnevich & Marzano-Lesnevich, LLC is a firm dedicated to helping individuals with difficult legal problems, especially in divorce, custody, and domestic partnership issues. Timing can often be crucial in getting a divorce; an attorney can best advise you when it will make the most sense in terms of insurance and taxes. Our skilled divorce lawyers can help you avoid personal and/or property matters that may cost you money down the road, and they will represent your best interests in resolving any financial complications that may arise.

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