We are proud to announce that five attorneys from Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group have been named to the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America®, a distinction based entirely on peer recognition and reserved for the nation’s most accomplished lawyers.
This year’s honorees include:
Dianna C. Cavaliere – Best Lawyers for Family Law
Robyn Howlett – Best Lawyers for Family Law and Lawyer of the Year in Family Law for the Toms River region
Carmela Novi – Best Lawyers for Family Law
Rachel Partyka – Best Lawyers for Family Law
Judge Philip Maenza (Ret.) – Best Lawyers for Family Law Mediation
To be named to the Best Lawyers in America® list is no small feat. The honor is based entirely on peer review — meaning other highly regarded attorneys in New Jersey nominate and evaluate the candidates. The process measures professional expertise, ethics, and a consistent record of achieving strong results for clients. Full award methodology can be found here. Read more
2025 Government Shutdown: Will It Affect Your Divorce?
As of October 1, 2025, the U.S. federal government officially shut down after Congress failed to pass a budget or continuing resolution to keep agencies funded. This marks the first major shutdown since 2018–2019, and it may have wide-ranging effects on families and individuals — including those in the middle of divorce.
So what could this mean for your divorce, child support, or alimony? Here are four key areas to be aware of: Read more
Digital Assets in Divorce: How to Divide Cryptocurrency, NFTs & Online Businesses
Who gets the eBay storefront, crypto wallet, or digital artwork? Here’s what you need to know if dividing online or digital assets are required in your divorce. Read more
Rehabilitative Alimony: What Happens When a Stay-at-Home Parent Needs To Re-Enters the Workforce After Divorce?
In many marriages, one spouse reduces their hours or leaves the workforce altogether to raise children and manage the household. While this choice often benefits the family, it can leave the stay-at-home parent financially vulnerable if the marriage ends. Questions quickly arise: Will my spouse be required to provide alimony? Will the court expect me to support myself right away? How can I find work when my skills feel outdated?
In New Jersey, the answers depend on several factors, including the length of the marriage, each spouse’s financial circumstances, and the dependent spouse’s ability to return to work. One option that often comes into play for stay-at-home parents is rehabilitative alimony. Read more
No Tricks, Just Treats: 5 Halloween Co-Parenting Tips
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Halloween should be about candy, costumes, and fun — not conflict. But for divorced or separated co-parents, this festive night can bring up tricky questions. Who’s buying the costume? Who gets to take the kids trick-or-treating? And is it possible for both parents to be part of the celebration without things feeling awkward or tense?
The good news: it is possible. Whether you’re navigating your first Halloween as co-parents or you’ve been doing this for years and need a fresh approach, these simple co-parenting strategies can help keep the focus where it belongs — on making magical memories for your kids.
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Gray Divorce in New Jersey: How to Protect Your Retirement Savings
Over 50 and facing divorce? For many spouses in New Jersey, a “gray divorce” means untangling complex financial ties built up over decades – just as retirement is on the horizon. Unlike younger couples, there’s often little time to rebuild lost savings or restart careers, which makes retirement planning an essential part of divorce for silver splitters.
Understanding how divorce affects retirement security in New Jersey can help both spouses make informed decisions and safeguard their long-term future. Let’s take a look at some key issues you should know about. Read more
Is Your Spouse Secretly Drugging You? Understanding Spousal Drugging Abuse & Chemical Control
TL;DR: Spousal drugging abuse — sometimes called “chemical control” — is when a partner uses drugs, alcohol, or medication to manipulate, harm, or control you. This is recognized under New Jersey’s domestic violence laws as a serious form of abuse.
If you believe this is happening to you, there are legal protections available, including restraining orders and other remedies. Your safety comes first.
In an emergency, call 911. For confidential legal guidance, Request A Consultation Today.
Spousal Drugging Abuse: Domestic abuse doesn’t always look the way people expect. While many think of physical violence or verbal threats, some survivors experience abuse that is much harder to detect — but just as harmful.
Chemical control is a form of abuse in which a partner uses substances — such as prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, or even alcohol — to manipulate, dominate, or incapacitate the other person. It can happen in the privacy of a home, often without immediate outward signs. But the emotional, psychological, and physical effects can be devastating.
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Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group Named 2025 Family & Matrimonial Law Firm of the Year in New Jersey
We are delighted to share that Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group has been named Family and Matrimonial Law Firm of the Year in New Jersey for 2025 by The Lawyer Network.*
This recognition highlights our team’s unwavering dedication to safeguarding the rights, children, and futures of families across New Jersey. It is a testament to the hard work and care our attorneys bring to every client and every case.
Five Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group Attorneys Named Best Lawyers in America® 2026
We are proud to announce that five attorneys from Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group have been named to the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America®, a distinction based entirely on peer recognition and reserved for the nation’s most accomplished lawyers.
This year’s honorees include:
Dianna C. Cavaliere – Best Lawyers for Family Law
Robyn Howlett – Best Lawyers for Family Law and Lawyer of the Year in Family Law for the Toms River region
Carmela Novi – Best Lawyers for Family Law
Rachel Partyka – Best Lawyers for Family Law
Judge Philip Maenza (Ret.) – Best Lawyers for Family Law Mediation
To be named to the Best Lawyers in America® list is no small feat. The honor is based entirely on peer review — meaning other highly regarded attorneys in New Jersey nominate and evaluate the candidates. The process measures professional expertise, ethics, and a consistent record of achieving strong results for clients. Full award methodology can be found here. Read more
When a Child’s Behavior Raises Red Flags: Can It Affect Custody Decisions in New Jersey?
When deciding child custody, the New Jersey courts carefully assess each parent’s ability to provide a safe, stable, and supportive environment for the child. But what happens if a child repeatedly engages in reckless or even criminal behavior? Could the parent responsible for the child’s daily care risk losing custody because of it?
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Divorcing? Be Careful What You Tell ChatGPT — It Could End Up in Court
Have you been using ChatGPT to search for divorce information or even talk through your feelings during this difficult time? Think twice about what you share. What most people don’t realize is that conversations with ChatGPT aren’t legally protected the way confidential conversations with a divorce lawyer or therapist are.
Here’s what you need to know.
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