Family Law Across State Lines: Key Differences Between New York and New Jersey
Date: Oct 7, 2026 12:00 p.m. – 1:40 p.m.
Location: Online
Member Price: $99.00
Non-Member Price: $125.00
Section Price: $0.00
Areas of Law: Family
Keynote
Moderator
Presenters
- Kelly A. Frawley, Esq.
- Sterlington PLLC
- Fara K. Rodriguez, Esq.
- Offit Kurman
Family law can vary significantly depending on where a case is litigated, making it essential for practitioners to understand the distinctions between state laws. Many families moved from New York to New Jersey following the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a growing number of matters with ties to both jurisdictions and an increase in clients asking whether they may achieve a more favorable divorce outcome in one state versus the other.
This seminar provides an in-depth comparison of the two states' approaches to divorce and family law – including how child support and maintenance/alimony are calculated, the differences in the duration of support, key distinctions in equitable distribution, and the benefits of each state’s family law procedures and precedents. Practitioners will also learn the procedural and precedential advantages of each state's family law system, gaining valuable insight into how these differences can affect case strategy and overall outcomes.
Register today for this practical program to help you practice comfortably and confidently in both states!
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