Video FAQs
Below are videos of questions that clients have regarding divorce, child custody, alimony or the overall process.
Getting Started
What issues are addressed during the divorce process?
By Peter C. Paras
What are the Grounds for Divorce in New Jersey?
By Peter C. Paras
Can we have a legal separation?
By Peter C. Paras
Are there ways to resolve our disputes without going to court?
By Peter C. Paras
Once we have decided to divorce, should I leave the house?
By Peter C. Paras
Does the law protect me if I am an abused spouse?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
Working with a Family Law Attorney
What should I consider when selecting a divorce attorney?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
What should I bring when I first meet with an attorney?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
Working with Paras, Apy & Reiss
Does Paras, Apy & Reiss have a “firm philosophy?”
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
What kind of cases does the firm typically handle?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
How does Paras, Apy & Reiss approach a case where parents live in different countries?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
Child Custody
What do the courts consider in deciding child custody?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
What is most important in the custody decision?
By Peter C. Paras
Do we have to go to court to resolve child custody?
By Peter C. Paras
If my children don’t live with me, when and how can I spend time with them?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
Can I move out of New Jersey with my children?
By Peter C, Paras
Once the court makes an order for custody or parenting time, can it be changed?
By Peter C. Paras
Interstate and International Family Law
What are the unique concerns when parents live in different countries?
By Patricia E. Apy
How does Paras, Apy & Reiss approach a case where parents live in different countries?
By Patricia E. Apy
How can I see my child if he lives in a different country?
By Patricia E. Apy
Can I move out of New Jersey with my children?
By Patricia E. Apy
Do custody laws differ outside of the U.S. and how do you deal with the differences?
By Patricia E. Apy
Do you have relationships with lawyers in other countries?
By Patricia E. Apy
What can I do if my spouse takes my child out of the country without my permission?
By Patricia E. Apy
What do I do if my spouse takes my child out of state without my permission?
By Patricia E. Apy
Alimony and Child Support
* Do the courts use formulas or rules of thumb in deciding alimony?
By Peter C. Paras
**How is child support calculated?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
Are divorced parents required to pay for their children’s college costs and if so, how much?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
Can my children be required to take loans for college?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
What do I do if my spouse violates orders for alimony or child support?
By Peter C. Paras
Once the court makes an order for alimony or child support, can it be changed?
By Peter C. Paras
Division of Marital Property
Who decides how property is divided?
By Peter C. Paras
What is equitable distribution?
By Peter C. Paras
What is a “high asset” case?
By Peter C. Paras
Is there a practical way to divide our household goods and personal items without going to court?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
The Court Process
What is a motion?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
What is a C.I.S.?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
What should I consider when I complete the “Assets and Liabilities” section of the C.I.S.?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
What should I consider in deciding whether to go to trial?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
What is important to the judge if I do go to trial?
By Bonnie M.S. Reiss
Prenuptial Agreements
When should I do a prenuptial agreement?
By Peter C. Paras
How can I make sure my prenuptial agreement stands up?
By Peter C. Paras
* Please note that the New Jersey Legislature has now eliminated awards of permanent alimony. Please contact us for more information.
**The combined marital income limits under the New Jersey Child Support Guidelines have changed. Please contact us for more information.