Theodore Sliwinski, Attorney at Law

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Domestic Violence -- Weapons Issues

Category: Divorce Basics, New Jersey

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Emancipation of a Child in New Jersey

Category: Family Support, New Jersey

What Is Emancipation in New Jersey?

Emancipation is the legal act by which a child is released from both the control and support of a parent. Practically speaking, this means that the parent can no longer make decisions for the child, and the child is no longer entitled to financial support from the parent. 

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Extending the Length of Alimony in New Jersey

Category: Family Support, New Jersey

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Family Law and Bankruptcy

Category: Credit and debt, New Jersey

For those divorcing or divorced, the bankruptcy issues generally fall into three categories: (1) the payment of child support and alimony after a bankruptcy has been filed; (2) the enforceability of a property settlement agreement after a bankruptcy has been filed; and (3) payment of joint credit card debt if only one spouse files for bankruptcy.

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Immigration and Divorce

Category: Divorce Basics, New Jersey

In some cases, a New Jersey divorce may be affected by immigration. Here are some common questions and answers.

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Imputing Income for Child Support

Category: Family Support, New Jersey

A child support dispute can be the most stressful aspect of a divorce. Most of the time parents are able to work out an agreement. Sadly, however, some parents are set on fighting it out and will try anything to avoid paying child support - including manipulating income.

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Grandparent Visitation Rights

Category: Divorce and Children, New Jersey

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