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12/16/2020

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10/13/2020

Till Death Do Us Part, Unless I Need to Sue Your Estate | New Jersey Law Journal

Case law-based examples of what can go wrong if you fail to draft life insurance provisions in your child- or spousal-support agreements, as well as tips for drafting such provisions.

https://www.law.com/njlawjournal/2020/07/07/till-death-do-us-part-unless-i-need-to-sue-your-estate/?slreturn=20200913135859

This article provides case law-based examples of what can go wrong if you fail to draft life insurance provisions in your child- or spousal-support agreements, as well as tips for drafting such provisions.

10/13/2020

Eviction And Foreclosure Moratorium On Federally-Backed Mortgages Officially Extended Through The End Of 2020

https://www.forbes.com/sites/advisor/2020/08/27/eviction-and-foreclosure-moratorium-officially-extended-through-the-end-of-2020/

The extension will benefit 28 million homeowners who have mortgages guaranteed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

03/12/2020

You and the Law: Yes, it is possible to file bankruptcy on student loans

https://www.times-standard.com/2020/03/09/you-and-the-law-yes-it-is-possible-to-file-bankruptcy-on-student-loans/

Natalie wants readers to understand this is not a slam dunk.

03/11/2020

Student Loan Discharged in Bankruptcy – Just a Blip, or Something Bigger?

https://www.natlawreview.com/article/student-loan-discharged-bankruptcy-just-blip-or-something-bigger

Opinion can be found here:http://www.nysb.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/opinions/284416_64_opinion.pdf

A decision this month out of the Bankruptcy Court in Manhattan (SDNY) could have a significant impact on the market for student loan securitizations. Student loan asset-backed securities (SLABS) are u

03/11/2020

Judge's Ruling on Law School Grad's Debt Could Signal 'Seismic' Shift in Loan Practices

https://abcnews.go.com/Business/judges-ruling-law-school-grads-debt-signal-seismic/story?id=37981518

A judge ruled that a bankrupt law grad in Brooklyn can cancel some of her debt.

02/05/2020

When It’s Time to Move: The Standard for Relocation in New Jersey | New Jersey Law Journal

https://www.law.com/njlawjournal/2020/01/16/when-its-time-to-move-the-standard-for-relocation-in-new-jersey/

Considering that both interstate and intrastate relocation cases are now assessed under the same best-interest standard, it is interesting that the burden still shifts, somewhat arbitrarily, depending on whether the move is within New Jersey or across the state line.

02/05/2020

Three Recent Developments in Third Circuit Bankruptcy Law | New Jersey Law Journal

https://www.law.com/njlawjournal/2020/02/04/three-recent-developments-in-third-circuit-bankruptcy-law/

Bankruptcy and corporate restructurings continue to be active despite generally strong U.S. financial markets and broader macroeconomic conditions. This is a brief overview of three recent and noteworthy bankruptcy decisions within the Third Circuit.

08/13/2019

What You Need To Know About Estate Planning in New Jersey - Bankruptcy Attorney | Divorce Attorney | Monmouth County | Hoffman & Hoffman

https://www.hoffman-hoffman.net/estate-planning-lawyer/

What You Need To Know About Estate Planning In New Jersey Estate planning is the process of making an advanced plan for disability and to devise who will receive your property when you pass away. A solid estate plan can protect your legacy and your family. With the help of a compassionate New Jersey...

07/31/2019

New Jersey Officials Preparing For Largest Annual Drunk Driving Crackdown Ahead Of Labor Day Holiday

https://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2019/07/31/new-jersey-officials-north-wildwood-drunk-driving-national-campaign/

New Jersey police are preparing for a substantial traffic stops for drunk driving. If you or someone you know are facing drunk driving charges, contact our office for a consultation to review your rights and defenses.

Officials in New Jersey are preparing for the largest annual drunk driving crackdown in the state.

07/19/2019

Hoffman & Hoffman Law Firm on Google

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Amendments to the New Jersey Condominium Act (Senate Bill A5002) recently signed into law by Gov. Murphy changes the HOA priority status lien, increasing the allowable priority lien amount to six months of fees for every year, up to five years.

07/18/2019

New Jersey HOA, condo law will impact assessment liens, priority, & homeowner rights

https://independentamericancommunities.com/2019/04/15/new-jersey-hoa-condo-law-will-impact-assessment-liens-priority-homeowner-rights/

The New Jersey Legislature recently passed important amendments to condominium and homeowners association lien priority law. If signed by Governor Murphy, condo associations will gain greater access to past due assessments, and HOAs in planned communities will be able to claim priority lien status f...

04/12/2019

The readers of New Jersey Family magazine have named the attorneys of Hoffman & Hoffman as New Jersey’s Best Lawyers for Families for 2019.

The attorneys of Hoffman & Hoffman were recognized for being New Jersey’s best lawyers in the categories of Estate Planning, Bankruptcy and Family Law. New Jersey family magazine asked parents throughout the state of New Jersey to vote for their favorite attorneys and explain why they felt they should be named a Best Lawyer for Families.

Attorneys Jeannette A. Hoffman, Brian L. Hoffman, and Gary D. Hoffman, have been representing families in New Jersey for over 40 years.

About the nominations, Brian Hoffman, Esq. said, “We want to thank everyone who voted for us. We are truly honored to be a part of this list, and more importantly, to be able to serve the people in New Jersey during those times when they need us most.”

04/12/2019

The readers of New Jersey Family magazine have named the attorneys of Hoffman & Hoffman as New Jersey’s Best Lawyers for Families for 2019.

The attorneys of Hoffman & Hoffman were recognized for being New Jersey’s best lawyers in the categories of Estate Planning, Bankruptcy and Family Law. New Jersey family magazine asked parents throughout the state of New Jersey to vote for their favorite attorneys and explain why they felt they should be named a Best Lawyer for Families.

Attorneys Jeannette A. Hoffman, Brian L. Hoffman, and Gary D. Hoffman, have been representing families in New Jersey for over 40 years.

About the nominations, Brian Hoffman, Esq. said, “We want to thank everyone who voted for us. We are truly honored to be a part of this list, and more importantly, to be able to serve the people in New Jersey during those times when they need us most.”

07/17/2018

Divorce and Family Law – Bankruptcy Attorney | Divorce Attorney | Monmouth County | Hoffman & Hoffman

Are you and your spouse determined to divorce but amicable? Consider mediation through our firm. Mediation is a cost-effective method of resolving your marital issues before you file for divorce. It is private, quicker and cheaper than litigation. Mediation allows clients to maintain control over their lives and reduces the stress that fighting in court causes. Call and make an appointment for a consultation and learn how mediation is the best alternative to traditional litigation. http://www.hoffman-hoffman.net/divorce-and-family-law/

Call us. Our attorneys have practiced family law matters and divorce for decades. We know what steps you need to take before you file for divorce to protect your assets and your children. We know the law and we know the courts and judges. Whether the demise of your marriage is amicable or acrimoniou...

07/17/2018

Should a Parent or Student Take Out the College Loan?

https://www.wsj.com/articles/should-a-parent-or-student-take-out-the-college-loan-1531102080

Here are three things to keep in mind when confronting this borrowing decision.

07/11/2018

Let Student Borrowers Declare Bankruptcy, Already

https://www.bloomberg.com/view/articles/2018-07-10/when-student-loans-crush-bankruptcy-should-be-an-option

Judges are right to question the special status of student debt.

05/21/2018

Consumer debt set to reach record $4 trillion by the end of the year

Consumer debt set to reach record $4 trillion by the end of the year

Americans are spending about 10 percent of their monthly incomes paying nonmortgage related debts. Here's what to think about if you're one of them.

05/10/2018

Student debt just hit $1.5 trillion

America’s student loan problem just surpassed a depressing milestone. https://www.marketwatch.com/Story/student-debt-just-hit-15-trillion-2018-05-08?&siteid=yhoof2&yptr=yahoo

It stood at about $600 billion 10 years ago.

03/09/2018

U.S. Credit Card Debt Tops $1 Trillion

America’s credit card debt has reached more than $1 trillion—the highest level since the country’s last recession in 2008, according to new data from the Federal Reserve

http://fortune.com/2017/04/10/credit-card-debt-trillion-dollars/

Consumers in the U.S. now owe a total of $1.0004 trillion on credit cards.

03/07/2018

4 Mistakes People Make After Getting Out of Debt

4 Mistakes People Make After Getting Out of Debt

If you've recently paid off a mortgage or credit card balance that you've had for years, you're probably wary about taking out another loan. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York Center for Microeconomic Data's "Household Debt and Credit Report," Americans ended

02/13/2018

Protecting and Planning for Your Estate During a Divorce | The Legal Intelligencer

https://www.law.com/thelegalintelligencer/sites/thelegalintelligencer/2018/02/11/protecting-and-planning-for-your-estate-during-a-divorce/?slreturn=20180113084754

Even happily married couples often neglect to estate plan. It may seem overwhelming perhaps time-consuming and it certainly isn’t as appealing as planning a vacation or a retirement party or any of the myriad of more attractive items on their lists. For those in the process of a divorce it is even...

01/10/2018

New state law treats pets more like children in custody cases

New state law treats pets more like children in custody cases

New state law addresses custody of pets in divorces.

01/09/2018

What Really Happens When You Die Without A Will: And How To Protect Your Family

http://www.hoffman-hoffman.net/estate-planning-probate-settlement-litigation.html

01/06/2018

Should I File for Bankruptcy?

Should I File for Bankruptcy?

When you're drowning in debt and the bills seem to just keep piling up, it's tempting to do whatever it takes to bust out of that hole. And in some

12/25/2017

Fighting RREM Clawbacks

http://newjerseyop.org/fighting-rrem-clawbacks.html

Instead, there are countless problems faced by Sandy survivors across the Jersey Shore because of the RREM Program. Families are still not home and even survivors who have gotten home are still struggling to find economic dignity and security for their families. From contractor fraud to clawbacks, S...

12/05/2017

The Five Most Taboo Topics In Retirement: #4 Divorce

https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertlaura/2017/11/29/the-five-most-taboo-topics-in-retirement-4-divorce/

I'm thinking about getting a divorce in retirement.

11/22/2017

How to keep your kids from blowing their inheritance

If you have assets — like a 401(k), savings or brokerage account, or a house — it's important to think about how those possessions will be distributed when you are gone.
Here are some tips

https://www.cnbc.com/2017/11/20/how-to-start-thinking-about-an-estate-plan.html

Follow these tips head off any fight among your kids — and to limit the amount of taxes they may have to pay.

11/21/2017

This is the most important person to remember in your estate plan

https://www.marketwatch.com/story/the-most-important-person-to-remember-in-your-estate-plan-is-yourself-2017-11-17

Here are some of the key documents to complete as part of your estate planning, even before writing a will.

11/17/2017

Steps
A checklist to help you take care of your family by making a will, power of attorney, living will, funeral arrangements, and more.

https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/12-simple-steps-estate-plan-29472.html

11/16/2017

The Short Sale Process: 5 Steps to Break Free of Mortgage Trouble for Good

The short sale process can seem intimidating, yet getting a handle on the steps can make it a lot less scary—and help home sellers navigate a difficult financial situation without too much damage.

https://www.realtor.com/advice/sell/short-sale/

The short sale process often comes up when homeowners need to sell their home to help pay off their mortgage.

11/15/2017

Bitcoin Bankruptcy Wasn't Really a Bust

https://www.bloomberg.com/view/articles/2017-11-14/bitcoin-bankruptcy-wasn-t-really-a-bust

At least one person predicted this. That's not investment advice.

11/03/2017

When you have lost a loved one, it can be stressful and emotionally draining. At a time when you simply need to grieve with family and friends, you may feel overwhelmed with the responsibilities of settling the decedent’s affairs.

We have created the following checklist to give you a general overview of what needs to be done when you’ve suffered a loss.

Download our Free Consumer Guide : What To Do When Someone You Love Dies

http://www.hoffman-hoffman.net/what-to-do-when-someone-dies