Understanding A Domestic Violence Injunction

In the United States, domestic violence has sadly become a common occurrence. Statistics gathered by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) show that on average, 20 people are physically abused by an intimate partner every minute. That equates to more than 10 million men and women every year! With more than 20,000 phone calls…

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Family Law Attorney in New Jersey

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Family law is complex. Whether you are navigating a divorce, coming up with a child custody agreement, or seeking alimony from a former spouse, it can be a delicate and drawn out process. At the Law Office of Jordan B. Rickards, we offer a variety of family law services to help you through these tough…

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The Mediation Process

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Are you having issues with your spouse? Whether you are going through a divorce or facing an argument that cannot seem to be resolved, you may want to consider mediation to help you through this trying time. Mediation is a form of dispute resolution where the parties work with a third party — or mediator…

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Make Sure Your Marriage Agreements Are In Order

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As divorce rates continue to increase, second or third marriages are becoming much more common. It’s very important that you protect your family and assets in any marriage, but this can become even more complicated and necessary if you are blending established families together. In today’s blog, we’ll discuss various types of marriage agreements and…

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Obtaining A Restraining Order Prior To Divorce

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Are you worried for your safety in your marriage or recently following your divorce? Millions of Americans are subjects of domestic abuse including: Physical assault Verbal abuse Sexual harassment Stalking And more If you have experienced any of these recently from your spouse or ex-partner, you may be able to obtain a restraining order in…

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Understanding How DUIs Are Issued

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Most people assume that if they drive at all after consuming alcohol, they will easily and quickly find themselves on the wrong side of a DUI charge. However, you can only be charged with a DUI in the state of New Jersey if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is greater than 0.08% when you are…

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Hiring An Attorney For A Prenuptial Agreement

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When you are about to get married to the love of your life, the last thing on your mind is a prenuptial agreement. You just can’t wait to spend the rest of your life in a dream! However, obtaining a prenuptial agreement is extremely important just to give peace of mind that you are both…

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Understanding Emergency Child Custody In New Jersey

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Are you worried for the safety of your child or the violation of your parental rights due to erratic behaviour or potential living situation changes from your ex-partner? In these cases, you can pursue an emergency child custody order in the New Jersey court system. When you need to ensure that your child or children…

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What To Know Before You File For Divorce

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Divorce is a hard situation for everyone involved, and it can lead to a lot of stress and emotional hardship. But if you and your partner have decided that separating will be for the best, you will need to have all of your information in order to ensure that you get everything that you are…

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Father’s Rights In New Jersey Divorce

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As a parent, you want to be able to give your child the advantages and experiences that he or she deserves throughout their whole life. It is important for children to grow with the love and support of both parents whenever possible. If you and your spouse are separating, it is important to understand your…

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