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Articles by Rebecca E. Frino
Can Mental Health Affect Child Custody? | JD Supra
The Lindsay Clancy case has sparked renewed conversations about the intersection of mental health, parenting, and child custody. As coverage of the case continues, many parents involved in custody disputes are left wondering: Can a mental health condition affect custody rights? When does a court become concerned? And how do New Jersey courts evaluate these issues when determining what is best for a child?
How to Start a Divorce in New Jersey: Understanding Your Options Before Filing
If you’re thinking about divorce, one of the first questions you’re likely asking is: “How do I start a divorce in New Jersey?” Many people assume the answer is simple: file for divorce and let the process begin. In reality, starting a divorce isn’t always that straightforward. Understanding your options early can help you make informed decisions and choose the path that best aligns with your goals.
Engaged this Valentine’s Day? Here’s What to Know About the Legal Side of Rings | JD Supra
Valentine’s Day is all about love, celebration, and making lasting memories. For many couples, it’s also the prime time for proposals. According to The New York Post, February is one of the most popular months for engagements, with 37% of proposals happening between November and February. The month of February is filled with romantic gestures under sparkling lights and heartfelt moments shared with family, making it a truly special time for new beginnings.
Top 10 Things Engaged Couples Need to Create a Prenuptial Agreement | JD Supra
Engagement season is a time of joy and excitement, as couples celebrate their love and plan for a future together. Amid the whirlwind of wedding planning, one practical step that can strengthen your partnership is creating a prenuptial agreement. While it may not seem romantic, a prenup fosters open communication and provides clarity for your financial future, helping to build a solid foundation for your marriage.
New York Repeals 1907 Adultery Law: What It Means for Divorce Cases | JD Supra
On November 22, 2024, New York repealed its 1907 adultery law, which had criminalized adultery as a misdemeanor. This historic change aligns New York with most other states where adultery is no longer treated as a crime. While this repeal eliminates criminal penalties, many are asking: Does adultery still matter in divorce cases? The short answer is yes—but only in certain circumstances. Here’s what the repeal means for family law and how adultery may still play a role in divorce proceedings.
Co-Parenting Challenges in Youth Sports: Insights from Family Law Attorney Rebecca Frino | JD Supra
Navigating youth sports as a co-parent can be challenging. From juggling schedules and transportation to managing costs and emotions, the journey is often complex—especially for divorced families. Rebecca Frino, a Partner in the Matrimonial and Family Law Practice Group at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, recently shared her expertise during a featured interview on Sponsor Spotlight for Big State Sports.
Preserving Marital Assets and Judicial Economy During Divorce
One of the roles of a family law attorney is to play defense with respect to dissipation of a marital estate during a divorce. In many cases, the family law attorney is concerned with limiting the spending of financial accounts for non-marital purposes during the pendency of a litigation. And in other cases, the family law practitioner’s goal is to prevent the sale or encumbering of real estate while the litigation is ongoing.
Stick to the Essential for Discovery in Divorce Cases Original
Has a client asked you to look under every rock to account for every dollar spent in their 20-plus year marriage? Has a party refused to provide responses to discovery to the point where litigation has ground to a halt and the case cannot proceed? Has a client demanded that you depose the other party’s employer?
Co-Parent Adoption: The Ease and the Pitfalls of the Simplified Process
In recognition of the outdated legal limits placed on same-sex couples ability to start a family, the New Jersey Legal Parentage Act (N.J.S.A.9:17-69 to 71) amended the law governing the adoption of children in 2020. The law now permits civil union partners and married same-sex couples to obtain a judgment of adoption, in simplified fashion, without background checks or a court appearance.
Cannabis and Custody: Who Cares? Should We?
Have you smoked marijuana or taken edibles lately? If you have, you probably didn’t think twice about your actions since it’s legal to buy and consume cannabis in New Jersey. Your former significant other, however, may be stewing about it if you’re embroiled in custody litigation. With the growing prevalence of cannabis consumption, the conversations regarding usage in the context of custody matters has, and continues, to increase.
Intangible Assets and Divorce: What You Can’t See Can Hurt You | New Jersey Law Journal
The digitization of our world means that many people do not just rely on technology—they may actually own it. The increasing prevalence of intangible assets cannot be ignored. But when was the last time you asked a client if they maintained cryptocurrency, NFTs (shorthand for “non-fungible tokens”), and/or any other intangible asset? Unfortunately, most people lack total understanding of this class of assets.
Vaccinating Your Child: Are You Sure It's Your Decision to Make?
Friends and families have been torn apart over their political views and personal approach to COVID-19 in the last two years. It should thus come as no surprise that parents in custody disputes have found themselves at odds over the decision of whether their child should be vaccinated against COVID-19.
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