If you have gone through a divorce and are paying alimony, you likely know that your support obligation can be modified or even terminated upon a showing of “changed circumstances.” While changed circumstances could apply to a number of situations, one common example that has long been a basis to modify or terminate alimony is… Read more »
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Mediation is Better than Litigation for Your Divorce – A Judge’s Perspective
I was a matrimonial Judge for 17 years and presided over approximately 21,000 divorces. I myself went through a divorce before I became a Judge, and I have helped several of my children through their own divorces. Since leaving the bench, I’ve spent the last nine years mediating hundreds of divorce cases. I am firmly… Read more »
Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C. Family Law Practice Named to U.S. News – “Best Lawyers – Best Law Firms” List
Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C., today announced that the firm is ranked in the 2021 Edition of U.S. News – “Best Lawyers – Best Law Firms” list in the practice area of Family Law. Founded more than 50 years ago, Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C. attorneys practice in the fields of family and matrimonial law, real estate… Read more »
How Child Support is Calculated in New Jersey
I often encounter parents who enter our office with misconceptions about how child support is determined. I find this fear stems from two places: 1) A misunderstanding of how child support is calculated; and 2) references in pop culture. (One song by Kanye West, in particular.) Common NJ Child Support Myths: An overview of how… Read more »
Jonathan Wolfe concludes term as Chair of ABA Section of Family Law
Jonathan W. Wolfe, co-managing partner of Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C., completed his term in August as Chair of the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Family Law. Prior to his term as chair, Mr. Wolfe held numerous leadership positions in the ABA, including as a member of the ABA’s Executive Committee, Board of Governors and… Read more »
Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C. Attorneys Recognized on The Best Lawyers in America© List for Family Law
Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C. attorneys Gary N. Skoloff, Jonathan W. Wolfe, and Patrick T. Collins were selected by their peers for the The Best Lawyers in America© list for the practice of family law. For more information on the selection methodology for Best Lawyers, visit here. Please note that no aspect of advertisements or any… Read more »
Richard F. Iglar, Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C. Matrimonial Attorney, is new President of AAML NJ Chapter
Skoloff & Wolfe, P.C., today announced that Richard F. Iglar, a partner at the Livingston, New Jersey law firm, was sworn in as President of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) New Jersey Chapter. Mr. Iglar is a Fellow of both the AAML as well as the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL). Earlier… Read more »
Filing for Divorce: Here’s What to Expect
Being on the brink of divorce can be an intimidating and scary experience. If you find yourself seeking to initiate the divorce process, or you’ve suddenly been served with a complaint for divorce by your spouse, what’s next? The first step is to find an attorney. Many people have little to no familiarity with the… Read more »
How To Find A Qualified Divorce Attorney in NJ
Divorce is a major life event that can be very stressful. Therefore, it is not surprising that selecting a divorce attorney can often be a daunting process. Given the personal nature of this extremely important decision, it is critical that you choose someone with whom you feel comfortable because good communication with your attorney is… Read more »
Acceptable Grounds for Divorce in New Jersey
If you are a resident of New Jersey and contemplating a divorce, among the things you may want to understand is what you will have to tell a court in order to allow you to dissolve your marriage. First, it is a generally a requirement that either you or your spouse must live here for… Read more »