You may be a beneficiary and/or fiduciary of an estate named as a party in a legal proceeding in New Jersey. A family member then suggests that s/he understands New Jersey estate law and can be your legal representative for the proceeding. Conversely, you may want to be the legal representative of a loved one […]
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You may be served with a subpoena requesting you to testify at a court proceeding or produce evidence to a court in lieu of testimony. For example, you could receive a subpoena if you were a bystander who witnessed a car accident. Alternatively, you may receive a subpoena if you or your business are in
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Oftentimes, after a loved one passes away, their wishes can be lost in translation if they are not properly memorialized in writing. The classic example is when a widow promises one of their children an asset, such as a house, but does not draft a will. This results in the house being divided among all
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You may have a family member or friend who is unable to make meaningful decisions regarding their health, finances or other aspects of life. One example is a young adult who is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and cannot withdraw his disability payments. Another situation is a parent or spouse who suffers from dementia and
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Sometimes the police or other governmental actors go too far and violate the civil rights of New Jersey residents. A common example is false arrest. Another is some form of abuse while the victim is in the custody or care of a governmental actor, such as the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP), or
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