At Marotta Blazini Dunleavy LLC (MBD), we are dedicated to providing expert legal representation and personalized service to clients facing complex family law issues. We offer insightful articles and valuable resources through our blog on a wide range of family law topics, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, equitable distribution, mediation, domestic violence, appellate practice, grandparent rights and more.
Whether you’re going through a divorce, dealing with child custody disputes, or navigating alimony and spousal support matters, our goal is to help you make informed decisions and understand your legal rights and options. With decades of experience guiding clients through life’s most significant transitions, we are here to provide clear, practical advice and ensure that your legal journey is as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Explore our blogs below to stay informed on the latest family law trends and learn how Marotta Blazini Dunleavy LLC can assist you with your family legal needs. MBD continues our commitment to providing the support and guidance you need to achieve a just and equitable outcome.
Articles & Blogs Is Divorce Mediation Underused in New Jersey? Divorce is often viewed as adversarial, but many spouses in Bergen County and throughout New Jersey may not fully consider alternatives to courtroom litigation. Divorce mediation offers a structured, private process that allows spouses to resolve issues collaboratively with the assistance of a neutral third party. Despite its potential advantages,
Articles & Blogs What Can You Do if Your Spouse Does Not Want a Divorce? Deciding to end a marriage is difficult, and it can feel even more overwhelming when one spouse wants a divorce and the other refuses. In Paramus, New Jersey, many people worry that a spouse’s refusal will prevent them from moving forward. Fortunately, New Jersey law
Articles & Blogs Why Can Domestic Violence Escalate During Divorce? Domestic violence can take many forms, including physical harm, emotional abuse, intimidation, harassment, and coercive control. For individuals in Bergen County, New Jersey, separation and divorce can be one of the most high-risk periods in an abusive marriage. Even when abuse was present before, the act of ending the relationship
Articles & Blogs How Are Investment Accounts and Stock Portfolios Divided in New Jersey Divorces? Dividing financial assets is often one of the most complex parts of a divorce, especially when investment accounts and stock portfolios are involved. These assets may fluctuate in value, involve tax consequences, or include restrictions that make division more complicated than splitting a checking account.
Articles & Blogs How Does Length of the Marriage Impact Divorce? Ending a marriage is rarely simple, but the length of the marriage can significantly shape the legal and financial issues involved. In New Jersey, courts often approach divorce differently depending on whether a marriage is considered long-term or short-term. Property division, spousal support, and long-term financial planning are all
Articles & Blogs Alimony in New Jersey: How It Is Calculated and What Factors Matter When there is a disparity in income between spouses facing divorce, New Jersey law aims to ensure that both parties can maintain a reasonable standard of living after the marriage ends. A court may order, or spouses may agree, for one party to provide financial
Articles & Blogs Is Divorce Mediation Underused in New Jersey? Divorce is often viewed as adversarial, but many spouses in Bergen County and throughout New
Articles & Blogs What Can You Do if Your Spouse Does Not Want a Divorce? Deciding to end a marriage is difficult, and it can
Articles & Blogs Why Can Domestic Violence Escalate During Divorce? Domestic violence can take many forms, including physical harm, emotional abuse, intimidation, harassment, and coercive
Articles & Blogs How Are Investment Accounts and Stock Portfolios Divided in New Jersey Divorces? Dividing financial assets is often one of the most complex
Articles & Blogs How Does Length of the Marriage Impact Divorce? Ending a marriage is rarely simple, but the length of the marriage can significantly
Articles & Blogs Alimony in New Jersey: How It Is Calculated and What Factors Matter When there is a disparity in income between spouses facing
Articles & Blogs What Are the Tax Implications of Divorce in Bergen County, New Jersey? Divorce brings many financial considerations, and one of the most significant
Articles & Blogs Partner Mark P. Marotta, Esq. Celebrates 40 Years in Practice Marotta Blazini Dunleavy LLC is thrilled to announce that Partner Mark P.
Articles & Blogs How to File for Divorce in Bergen County, NJ: Step-by-Step Guide Filing for divorce is a legal process and a personal transition.
Articles & Blogs How Long Does a Divorce Take in Bergen County? If you are contemplating or going through a divorce in Bergen County, New Jersey,
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