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Same-Sex couples who want to end their civil unions have the same right to a no-fault divorce as married couples. In Groh v. Groh, the court held that a lesbian couple could base their civil union dissolution based upon “irreconcilable … more

On September 10, 2014, Gov. Christie signed into law a bill amending the New Jersey Alimony Statute.  (N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23). The major changes are:  (1) Open durational alimony replaces permanent alimony; (2) Duration of Alimony is now tied to the length … more

New Jersey recognizes two types of child custody:  Physical and legal custody.  It is important to understand the difference.  Physical custody relates to whom the child or children will reside.  Whereas legal custody, on the other hand, means the right … more