Just when you adapt to the new normal, New Jersey changes the rules again. The day after I completed an outdoor will signing, Governor Murphy signed into law allowing remote notarizations. In order to have a self-proving will, meaning that no witnesses would have to appear in Probate court, you need to have two witnesses… Read More
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Outdoor Will Signing in Flemington, New Jersey
Yesterday, I had a first for my office. As you are aware, the Corona virus has impacted everyone’s lives. However, there are certain legal matters that still need to be taken care of. One such matter is estate planning. Although some states have allowed remote notaries and New Jersey just enacted a law last night… Read More
Why do I need a will?
Everyone needs to have a will. Period. Do you care who your children live with? Then you need a will. Do you have items that have been in your family for generations and you want to make sure the right person get them? Then you need a will. Do you have assets that you want… Read More
What is PTI?
What is PTI? I get asked that question a lot. PTI stands for Pre-trial intervention and is one of the diversionary programs offered in Superior Court. It is only available for first time, non-violent offenders who DO NOT have a conditional discharge on their record from Municipal Court. For most individuals, you do not have… Read More
Do I Qualify for an Expungement in New Jersey?
The laws in New Jersey recently changed allowing for more people to qualify for an expungement and to expunge their record sooner. If you have one felony on your record and no more than three disorderly person offenses, then you qualify to have your record expunged. If you have no felony convictions on your record,… Read More
