Family Law Attorney in New Jersey
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 times. Get in touch with us today to learn how we can help you with the following types of agreements and cases:
- Prenuptial agreements
- Divorce attorney
- Property distribution
- Child custody and visitation
- Child support
- Spousal support (alimony)
- Name change
- Termination of parental rights
- Paternity
- Post-judgement modifications
- And more
Prenuptial Agreements
In some cases, couples choose to sign a contract before their marriage that will control what happens to each party’s assets should the marriage end. This contract is called a prenuptial agreement, and it applies in the event of a divorce, marriage dissolution, or death. The Law Office of Jordan B. Rickards can consult with you to ensure your agreement meets legal requirements and is beneficial to both parties.
Divorce Attorney
Our principal attorney, Jordan Rickards, is well versed in a variety of divorce cases. If you are looking for a divorce attorney in New Jersey, it is important to contact one who thoroughly knows divorce laws, will aggressively seek your best interests, and will help your case go smoothly. We will always protect your rights and interests at every stage of the proceedings.
Property Distribution
If a couple does split up, they must figure out how to divide their assets as well as their debts. Consulting with a family attorney is important to ensure that each member receives what they should. Under the New Jersey marital laws, the assets and debts are subject to equitable distribution. However, this does not always mean a nice even 50/50 split. Contact our family law attorney today to learn more.
Child Custody and Visitation
Any time that children are involved in a divorce or separation case, it can be an incredibly sensitive situation. When you are working to obtain custody of your children or work out a beneficial visitation schedule, you will need a strong legal case, backed by compelling evidence. If you are in need of a divorce attorney to help with your child custody case, Mr. Rickards can help fight for a favorable outcome.
Child Support
There are official rules and laws guiding the child support process in New Jersey, but making these applicable to real-world situations does not always work out as planned. At the Law Office of Jordan B. Rickards, we are here to help parents protect their rights in child support disputes. Whether your former partner is not paying the child support they owe, or the courts are overcharging you for your support paid, we are here to help.
Spousal Support (Alimony)
Depending on your case, one party of your divorce will have the right to receive spousal support from the other party. This is called alimony. Courts will award alimony on a case-by-case basis, depending on the circumstances of the divorce in question. Both partners may potentially be able to receive alimony from their former spouse if it is deemed necessary.
Name Change
Whether you want to change your name due to a recent marriage or because of other personal reasons, it can be a long and arduous process. Our firm has spent nearly a decade handling name change applications, so we have the experience necessary to help you make your change swift and pain-free.
Termination of Parental Rights
The state of New Jersey is usually quite reluctant to take away a parent’s rights. However, there can be times that this is in the best interest of the child. In some cases, a parent may also choose to voluntarily give up their rights. Termination of parental rights is a very delicate process, and our legal team can assist you through this process. Whether you are seeking to remove parental rights from a former partner or your rights are being threatened, we are here to help.
Paternity
In certain cases, it is important to establish paternity so that you can exercise parental rights like custody, child support, and visitation. If you have questions about establishing paternity contact the team at the Law Office of Jordan B. Rickards immediately.
Post-Judgement Modifications
While your marriage may end with a divorce, many family law cases aren’t finished even once the final paperwork is filed. Sometimes parties will be back in the courtroom or discussing facts with their divorce attorneys seeking a post-judgement modification. This could be for several reasons including changing child visitation or custody or substantial circumstance changes that make the original judgement no longer make sense.
Hire An Experienced New Jersey Family Law Attorney
No matter what your needs are as you navigate the tricky situations in family law, you can always count on the team at the Law Office of Jordan B. Rickards to have your back. Our New Jersey law firm will work closely with you to give your case the attention that it needs to ensure you are receiving the highest quality legal support. With years of experience in divorce, custody, and family law, Mr. Rickards will work aggressively with you throughout the whole process and beyond. Contact us today to get started on your case or to learn more about the family law processes.
