By: Lindsey Moskowitz Medvin As we close out the month of June, we can reflect on the many things we celebrate...Father’s Day, graduations, end of the school year, and the start of summer just to name a few. June is also a time to honor the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) community… Continue Reading Pride Month Gives Reason to Pause and Think About Why An Individual May Effectuate a Name Change

By: Lindsey Moskowitz Medvin We are a full year from the onset of the Covid-19 Pandemic, which prompted lockdown orders, and being isolated at home is still the norm. With business and school closures and a general fear of being in public, many people continue in isolation. Unfortunately, we know that domestic violence flourishes… Continue Reading Domestic Violence on the Rise: How to Obtain a Restraining Order

By: Robert Panzer Some couples choose to go through mediation in the hope of settling their divorce case in an amicable and cost-effective fashion. But should you still consult with an attorney if you choose mediation? The short answer is yes - and you should do so before attending your first mediation session.  This… Continue Reading Should I Consult With An Attorney If I Choose To Mediate My Divorce Case?

By: Lindsey Moskowitz MedvinNational Adoption Day falls on the Saturday prior to Thanksgiving every year.  Our Courts and communities come together to finalize thousands of adoptions.  The day raises awareness of the number of children in foster care who are waiting to find permanent families.  The hope is always that children in foster care will… Continue Reading Celebrating National Adoption Day

By: Lindsey Moskowitz Medvin Very often the first piece of information that we have about a person is their name. A name helps you to form an identity.  Under current law, an adult can request a name change as they desire, but who decides whether it is appropriate to change a child’s name? Historically,… Continue Reading What’s In A Name?