When a marriage ends, one of the more surprising questions clients ask is about gifts: Can my spouse really claim half of the jewelry they gave me? In New Jersey, the answer is often yes, and the reason comes down to how the law treats gifts between spouses.Read more
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In New Jersey, our court system is set up as a hierarchy. At the lowest level are the Municipal Courts. Above them are the Trial Courts (the Superior Court), then the Appellate Division, and at the top of the pyramid, the New Jersey Supreme Court. For example, a municipal court case can be appealed toRead more
A plain-English guide to New Jersey Extreme Risk Protective Orders—and how they differ from domestic-violence restraining orders By Ryan D. Foran, Esq., Partner, Adinolfi, Roberto & Burick, P.A. Most people have heard of a temporary restraining order, or TRO. Far fewer are familiar with an Extreme Risk Protective Order, commonly called an ERPO or aRead more
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Adinolfi, Roberto & Burick Attorneys Selected for 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists Mount Laurel, NJ — Adinolfi, Roberto & Burick, P.A. (ARBM) announces that attorneys from the firm have been selected to the 2026 Super Lawyers. This recognition reflects the work our attorneys do every day—supporting individuals and familiesRead more
What Unmarried Couples Need to Know Before You Sign Across South Jersey — from Mount Laurel to Haddonfield to Cherry Hill — more couples are choosing to buy homes together before marriage. Rising housing costs, evolving relationship norms, and long-term financial planning are all part of the equation for unmarried couples. It’s a meaningful step.Read more
Borzillo v. Borzillo In family law, we expect difficult emotions, competing narratives, and disagreements over facts. What we do not expect—or tolerate—is bad faith. Recently, during oral argument, I referenced a definition that has guided New Jersey courts and continues to shape how judges evaluate conduct in divorce and post-judgment matters. As I explained: “Now, badRead more
Divorce is tough, but co-parenting adds an extra layer of complexity—especially when you believe your ex-spouse’s lifestyle may not align with the responsibilities of good parenting. Excessive partying, reckless behavior, or other questionable choices might raise concerns, but what can you do about it legally? Here’s a deeper dive into your options under New JerseyRead more
Legal custody battles are inherently complex, but when they escalate into high-conflict situations, they can become emotionally draining and financially burdensome for all parties involved. In these cases, the welfare of the child often gets overshadowed by the animosity between the parents, prolonging the legal process and causing significant stress. However, with the right approachRead more
Divorce is often a challenging and emotionally charged process, and one of the many considerations that couples must address is alimony, also known as spousal support or maintenance. Alimony is a financial arrangement where one spouse provides financial support to the other after divorce or separation. In this blog, we’ll delve into the intricacies ofRead more
People often ask us if there will be child support if they have equally shared custody (oftentimes called a 50/50 arrangement), and if so, why do the children spend equal time with both parents? There can be child support even in a 50/50 arrangement because while parenting time factors into child support, equal parenting timeRead more