Intertwinement of Protections Under the New Jersey Prevention of Domestic Violence Act and Divorce

Intertwinement of Protections Under the New Jersey Prevention of Domestic Violence Act and Divorce

In New Jersey, victims of domestic violence are afforded protections under the New Jersey Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (N.J.S.A. 2C:15-19; hereinafter, “PDVA”). Victims seeking protection under the PDVA must have a certain relationship with the alleged perpetrator of domestic violence, which certain relationships include without limitation spouses, household members (or former household members), co-parents…

Appellate Division Confirms That a Marital Savings Component Can Be Applied Retroactively When Addressing Support

Appellate Division Confirms That a Marital Savings Component Can Be Applied Retroactively When Addressing Support

A recently unpublished Appellate Division decision, A.J.V. v. M.M.V, touches upon the intricacies of alimony, both during the pre-judgment, litigation phase (also known as pendente lite support or interim support) and the final alimony award. Navigating alimony cases in New Jersey has always been a nuanced journey. Most clients commencing divorce proceedings are nearly always…