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136 NANSI GIRGIS v. RAGAEY GIRGIS -- rank: 601

... asset for abuse of discretion. Equitable distribution is governed by N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. This statute authorizes a judge to determine not only ... but is not limited to, the factors set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. A-4816-17T3 4 Applying the statutory factors to ... 496, 503 (1990) (citation omitted). Alimony awards are governed by N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b), which sets forth a list of non-exhaustive factors ... parties, and the good or bad faith of either party.' N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23. Application of these factors and the decision to award fees ...

docket:	a4816-17
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2020-01-23
status:	Unpublished
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137 JOANNE MARIE RODRIGUES v. JOSE MIGUEL RODRIGUES -- rank: 598

... or either of them during the marriage or civil union." N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(h). "The goal of equitable distribution . . . is to effect a ... p. Any other factors which the court may deem relevant. [ N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1.] The court's undertaking in distributing the marital assets ... parties' contribution to the "acquisition" and "preservation" of marital property. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1(i) We decline to overturn the judge's credibility ... Sala , supra , 335 N.J. Super. at 6; see also N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1(i), (p). In addition, defendant argues that the funds ... failed to consider all of the factors set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b). Conversely, plaintiff argues the judge's finding that the ... what is appropriate to the individual circumstances of the parties. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b). The alimony statute "reflect[s] the important policy ...

docket:	a2612-13
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2015-08-18
status:	unpublished
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138 KATHLEEN KRUPINSKI v. MICHAEL KRUPINSKI -- rank: 598

... for purposes of determining alimony, outside the bar imposed in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b). The trial court erred in denying defendant's motion ... acknowledging the standard applicable for modification of spousal support under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23 and the Court's seminal decision in Lepis v. Lepis ... alimony, the motion judge did not adequately address this issue. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b) provides that: "When a share of a retirement benefit ... was some initial ambiguity about whether this legislative injunction in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b) was intended to apply to modification of alimony, the ... pension benefits and the bar imposed by the Legislature in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b), is a question that has not been directly answered ... part of a pension benefit is barred from consideration under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b) and what part can be considered "income" for ...

docket:	a2300-12
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2014-09-02
status:	published
citation:	437 N.J.Super. 159 97 A.3d 692
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139 S.P v. D.M.P -- rank: 598

... portion of plaintiff's USPS pension. Judges are required by N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(h) to "effectuate an equitable distribution of the property, both ... s pension in light of the factors set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. III. We next address the denial of defendant's ... 2004), aff'd as modified , 183 N.J. 290 (2005). N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b), sets forth the factors to be applied when determining ... 13) Any other factors which the court may deem relevant. [ N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b).] The judge applied the factors set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b), but ultimately denied defendant's alimony request based on ... being based on only a four-year marriage, thereby misapplying N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b)(2), "[t]he duration of the marriage." When ...

docket:	a1946-09
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2011-03-09
status:	unpublished
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140 EMILY B. STANSBURY v. JOHN M. STANSBURY -- rank: 598

... so ruling, the trial judge considered the factors enumerated in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(j)(3). N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(j)(3) is triggered upon the actual or contemplated retirement ... federal Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C § 416. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(n). A-5337-16T1 4 Once the court determines that ... for retirement. This court has previously found that the amended N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(j)(3) 'elevates the ability of the obligee to have ... affecting the parties' respective financial positions. A-5337-16T1 6 [N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(j)(3).] As to factor (a), the judge found that ... his income. We will address these arguments in reverse order. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(j)(4) provides, '[t]he assets distributed between the ...

docket:	a5337-16
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2018-11-29
status:	Unpublished
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141 RICHARD GIAMMONA v. MARY E. GIAMMONA -- rank: 598

... N.J. 88 , 104 (2008)). Equitable distribution is controlled by N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. That statute requires a determination of those assets eligible ... legally and beneficially acquired by . . . either [party] during the marriage . . . ." N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(h). In determining equitable distribution, N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1 provides a list of factors for consideration by the ... Any other factors which the court may deem relevant. Furthermore, N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1 also requires that in all cases where the court ... this section. Judge Johnson considered each relevant factor enumerated in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1 and specifically noted his findings, including credibility findings, in ... those reasons, adding only the following comments. Factor (f) of N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1 requires the judge to consider the economic circumstances ...

docket:	a3823-12
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2014-10-08
status:	unpublished
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142 CAROL MARINARO v. DAVID MARINARO -- rank: 596

... the equitable power to fix alimony and child support payments. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23. The goal of this maintenance is to ensure that both ... discretion must take into account the factors set out in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b) and case law defining the purpose of alimony. Steneken ... in part, modified in part , 183 N.J. 290 (2005). N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b) sets forth "guidelines and objective standards which frame the ... issued a well-reasoned decision analyzing each applicable factor of N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1, thereby thoroughly addressing all of plaintiff's contentions. Furthermore ... that they may withdraw the equity for their respective expenses. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23 provides in pertinent part that: Pending any matrimonial action . . . or ... equitable distribution of the [marital] property, both real and personal . . . ." N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(h).� Appellate review pertaining to the division of marital ...

docket:	a3241-08
court:	superior court appellate division
decided:	2010-06-01
status:	unpublished
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143 VICTORIA TOLSTUNOV v. ROSTISLAV VILSHTEYN -- rank: 594

... 1495-16T4 after considering the sixteen statutory factors identified in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. Elrom v. Elrom, 439 N.J. Super. 424, 444 ... to asset eligibility or ineligibility, asset valuations, and equitable distribution . . . .' N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. Here, the court made none. The court did not ... constitute just one factor in the equitable distribution analysis. See N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1(g). For these reasons, the court's allocation of ...

docket:	a1495-16
court:	New Jersey Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2018-07-30
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144 JILL E. WEIMER v. WILLIAM WEIMER -- rank: 591

... contribute to a child's private school education lies in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23, which sets forth the factors that are relevant to a ... did not adequately consider the statutory factors set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1, and that he failed to make findings of fact ... discussed some of the relevant statutory criteria set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1, including the age and health of the parties, their ... This three-step process was incorporated by the Legislature in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. The statute requires that, "in every case, the court ... the use of the statutory guideline criteria set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. Monte v. Monte , supra , 212 N.J. Super. at ... that wife adopted an unreasonable stance toward settlement. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23, the trial court may "order one party to pay ...

docket:	a5065-02
court:	njappellate
decided:	2005-11-28
status:	unpublished
citation:	*CITE_PENDING*
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145 /usr/local/share/www/libweb/collections/courts/appellate/a3990-16.opn.html -- rank: 591

... payment rate of a sum certain in lieu of support. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b). “An alimony award that lacks consideration of the factors set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b) is inadequate . . . .” Crews v. Crews, 164 N.J ... also Pasqua v. Council, 186 N.J. 127 (2006). 2 N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b) requires a court considering an alimony award to address ... dependent spouse and the supporting spouse's ability to pay. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b)(1). The trial court also failed to fulfill its ... Rule 5:3-5(c), Rule 4:42-9(a), N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23, and interpretative case law 'clearly outline necessary considerations when imposing ... 12 exercising its discretion, the trial court must abide by N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23, requiring consideration of 'the factors set forth in the ...

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146 /usr/local/share/www/libweb/collections/courts/appellate/a1776-20.opn.html -- rank: 586

... RULES 5:3-5, 4:23-1, 1:10-3, & N.J.S.A 2A:34-23, AS TO THE PARTIES' CIRCUMSTANCES AT THE TIME OF THE ... by acknowledging the legal principles and standards governing this appeal. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23 provides, in relevant part: A-1776-20 9 Whenever any ... 568 (App. Div. 2013)). A-1776-20 11 Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23, a court reviewing an application for counsel fees must consider ... 5:3-5, 4:23-1, 1:10- 3, and N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23. Those arguments lack sufficient merit to warrant further discussion in ...

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147 VALERIE L. NEWMAN v. JOHN C. NEWMAN -- rank: 586

... income per year to wife. After analyzing the statutory factors, N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b), the judge concluded that ten years of term alimony ... 250 per month, the judge analyzed the factors enumerated in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b). With respect to the parties' actual need and ability ... he actual need and ability of the parties to pay," N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b)(1), the second factor, "[t]he duration of the marriage," N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b)(2), and the fifth factor, ["t]he earning capacities . . . of the parties," N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b)(5). Husband argues the substantial credible evidence supported a ... provided the factors enumerated in the alimony statute are considered. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(b). "Limited duration alimony, like permanent alimony, is based ...

docket:	a2614-09
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2012-01-12
status:	unpublished
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148 NANCY G. SLUTSKY v. KENNETH J. SLUTSKY -- rank: 586

... N.J. Super. 557 , 567 (App. Div. 1986); see also N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1(m) (requiring "debts and liabilities of the parties" to ... not limited to, the sixteen statutory factors set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. Fashioning an equitable distribution of marital assets and debts ... courts must remain true to the legislative mandate expressed in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1, which assures an ordered equitable distribution be "designed to ... a separate, particular item of property within the meaning of N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23. Potential earning capacity is doubtless a factor to be considered ... This demands an examination of equitable factors set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1. The Legislature has mandated: "In every case . . . the court ... intrinsic value associated with any amount determined as individual goodwill. N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.1(p); see also Dugan , supra , 92 N.J. ...

docket:	a5829-13
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2017-08-08
status:	published
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149 KIM CHARLES v. WALTER CHARLES -- rank: 586

... failed to establish a prima facie case of cohabitation under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(n) because there was no evidence plaintiff shared finances with ... prima facie case of cohabitation based on the factors under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(n). On appeal, defendant acknowledges presenting limited evidence of plaintiff ... the court from time to time as circumstances may require.' N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23. A motion to terminate or A-2412-20 6 suspend ... couple does not live together on a full-time basis. [N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(n).] A-2412-20 8 Recently, this court held a ... on cohabitation need not 'check off all six boxes [under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(n)] to meet the burden of presenting a prima facie ... associated with marriage or civil union.'' Id. at 371 (quoting N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23(n)). We will not disturb the Family Part judge' ...

docket:	a2412-20
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2022-05-05
status:	Unpublished
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150 MARIA D. NEWMAN v. MARK T. NEWMAN -- rank: 584

... And, since the parties' combined income exceeded $187, 200, under N.J.S.A. 2A:34- 23(a), the parties' assets had to be considered in the ... in excess of $187,000) and the factors specified in N.J.S.A. 2A:34- 23. Thus, the maximum guidelines award in Appendix IX-F represents ... com (2021) (emphasis added).] We reiterate, the factors specified in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23, which the court must consider in determining the child support ...

docket:	a0496-19
court:	NJ Superior Court Appellate Division
decided:	2021-02-05
status:	Unpublished
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