Morris, Downing & Sherred family lawyer Dina Mikulka presented on May 19, 2021 at the New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Convention, giving an hour-long program entitled “How to Tackle… CONTINUE
Can I Appeal a Family Law Arbitration Award?
Yes, you can appeal a family law arbitration award to an appellate arbitrator or panel. The parties can select their appellate arbitrator in the consent order or agreement to arbitrate,… CONTINUE
Do the Rules of Evidence Apply in Family Law Arbitration?
The rules of evidence apply to family law arbitration only if the parties want the rules of evidence to apply. This ability of the parties to direct how the family… CONTINUE
Is Family Law Arbitration Cost-Effective?
Family law arbitration is very cost-effective due to the speed of the process. Even though the arbitrator is paid, the process can be greatly streamlined, including relaxation of evidence rules,… CONTINUE
Is Arbitration of Family Law Cases Permitted in New Jersey?
Yes. There are two court rules which specifically address the arbitration of family law cases: Family Court Rule 5:1-4 (discusses the arbitration track, and the agreement or consent order to… CONTINUE
Cohabitation in New Jersey After Landau vs. Landau
While the court did not reach an actual conclusion on whether or not there was cohabitation in New Jersey by the ex-spouse who was receiving support, the Landau case was… CONTINUE
Cohabitation and Alimony in New Jersey
What impact does cohabitation have on alimony in New Jersey? The statute NJ 2A:34-23 was amended in 2014 to reflect that alimony in the event of cohabitation was more likely… CONTINUE
