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When a relationship becomes unsafe, knowing how to seek legal protection quickly can make a critical difference. In New Jersey, a restraining order is a legal tool designed to protect individuals from domestic violence, harassment, threats, and harmful behavior. For people in Short Hills and throughout New Jersey, understanding how the restraining order process works […]
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Diamond & Diamond, P.A. is pleased to announce that Managing Partner Richard S. Diamond, Esq., has been selected to the 2026 New Jersey Super Lawyers list. This honor recognizes Mr. Diamond’s long-standing leadership in divorce & family law and his continued commitment to delivering competent, compassionate, and strategic representation of his clients throughout New Jersey. […]
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Going through a divorce is one of life’s most stressful experiences, and uncertainty about how long the process will take adds to the anxiety. New Jersey divorce timelines vary significantly depending on several factors, but there are ways to stay on track. Knowing what to expect at each stage can help you plan accordingly and […]
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Going through a divorce means making tough choices about your future, including property division. The house where you raised your children, the savings account you built together, even the furniture in your living room — all of these items become part of a legal process that can feel impersonal and confusing. New Jersey law requires […]
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If you are considering divorce in New Jersey, one of the first major decisions you may face is how your case will be handled. Some divorces are handled through mediation, whereas others require litigation in court. Neither option is automatically better than the other, but it depends on your particular circumstances, your priorities, and the […]
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By: Richard Diamond, Esq.; and Jonathan Diamond, Esq. What if the primary custodial parent decides he/she wants to move out of New Jersey with the child, but the other parent objects? As a result, the primary custodial parent then files a “relocation application” with the Court, seeking the Court’s permission to move out of New […]
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Innocent Spouse Protection for Joint Tax Filings In most settings, a married couple who file their income tax returns jointly will have less of a tax liability than if they file separately. However, the catch to filing joint income tax returns is that both spouses are liable to the government for additional taxes, penalties, and […]
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According to the dictionary, the word “final” means “not to be altered or undone”. Similarly, when a judge enters a final restraining order under the domestic violence laws of New Jersey, its final and the protections remain in place forever. That is, unless the defendant files an application with the Court at a later date […]
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Every day, grandparents are enlisted to help care for their young grandchildren while the parents are at work. Often, grandparents end up caring for their young grandchildren for most (if not the entirety) of the time the parents are working. For most grandparents, it’s a pleasure and the best job in the world to help […]