Author Archives for Howard Mendelson

Family Law Question & Answers for SJ Magazine, April 2009

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Family Law Questions & Answers for SJ Magazine, April 2009 How is child support calculated in the state of New Jersey? The New Jersey Child Support Guidelines require the Court to consider each parent’s available income, parenting time with the children, health insurance costs for the children, and day care expenses. When either of the parents is self-employed, the determination […]


55 and Above, SJ Magazine, October 2009

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55 and Above, SJ Magazine, October 2009 While 55 may be the “New 40”, 55 is still the chronological age required for residency in most planned retirement communities. These retirement communities are generally governed by an association which maintains common areas on behalf of the residents of the retirement community. There are both economic and social advantages to living in […]


Mediation and Arbitration Profile for SJ Magazine, November 2009

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Mediation and Arbitration Profile for SJ Magazine, November 2009 Cost-effective, problem solving peacemakers; that’s what lawyers and their clients should be. Disputing parties should consider mediating and/or arbitrating their disputes; rather than expending money, time and their “quality of life” pursuing their need to be “right” rather than “whole” in the context of litigation. While the lawyers at Davis & […]


Divorce Mediation Statement for Sister Alma

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Divorce Mediation Statement for Sister Alma Divorce mediation provides separating and/or divorcing parties with a cost-effective and peaceful way to resolve their differences. The parties and mediator work together to deal with the consequences of either party’s desire to separate and/or divorce. The mediation process focuses the parties on their commonality of interest; whether it be the children, avoidance of […]


Prenuptial Agreement, SJ Magazine

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Prenuptial Agreement, SJ Magazine Couples planning a wedding may also wish to consider entering into a prenuptial agreement. Prenuptial agreements are particularly appropriate when either the bride or groom has been married before, has children from a prior relationship and/or has acquired significant assets prior to the marriage. The prenuptial agreement is accordingly a contract between the marrying couple defining […]


The Complex Divorce

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The Complex Divorce Why do some divorces cost more than others?Many fields require many years of post-secondary education. One or both parties is self-employed One or both parties need to control/”win” One or both parties are not emotionally ready for the divorce One or both of the parties are dangerous to themselves or to others Mediation The Healthy Way To […]


Why Mediate? The Benefits of Mediation

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Why Mediate? The Benefits of Mediation Mediation is a compelling choice for divorce, family, and small business disputes. Here’s why. You’ll gain guidance and empowerment without losing control. Parties in mediation gain guidance to make informed choices and empowerment to create equitable agreements. But you remain in control of the issues. Litigation, in contrast, places control in the hands of […]


Possible Alimony Changes on the Horizon in New Jersey

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Possible Alimony Changes on the Horizon in New Jersey The New Jersey legislature is moving toward an overhaul of state laws governing alimony, the regular payment that is sometimes awarded in a divorce to help pay one ex-spouse’s living expenses. A legislative committee recently voted unanimously to create a commission to study the laws, after previously approving a bill that […]


As Seen in South Jersey Magazine, November 2012

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As Seen In South Jersey Magazine, November 2012 Name: Howard S. Mendelson, Esq. Firm: Davis & Mendelson, LLC Years in Practice: 26 years What’s your proudest career accomplishment thus far? The establishment of Davis & Mendelson, LLC.; a law firm where compassion and personal integrity are our primary professional objectives. The one TV show you won’t miss is Sportscenter; the […]