Business Details
19 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Morristown, NJ
Eveland & Foster is a dedicated family law practice serving clients in New Jersey. Our attorneys specialize exclusively in family law matters, including divorce, child custody, alimony, and adoption. With decades of combined experience, we provide strategic legal representation grounded in empathy and a deep understanding of New Jersey's legal landscape. Our team prioritizes client well-being, offering personalized strategies to navigate complex legal challenges. We combine rigorous advocacy with compassionate support to protect clients' interests during emotionally difficult times.Our practice is built on a foundation of legal excellence, demonstrated through successful outcomes in contested cases and appellate work. We maintain transparency in communication and billing while upholding the highest ethical standards. Our attorneys' backgrounds in psychology, education, and public service enhance our ability to address family law issues holistically. We serve as trusted advisors, guiding families through legal transitions with dignity and respect.
Services
Adoption
Alimony
Child Custody
Divorce
Equitable Distribution
Paternity
Domestic Violence
Marital Agreements
Post-Judgment Issues
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We exclusively practice family law with decades of combined experience.
- Our attorneys have handled complex cases in New Jersey's family courts.
- We combine aggressive litigation skills with empathetic client support.
- Our team includes former judicial clerks and moot court board members.
- We maintain transparent communication and billing practices.
What people say
Compassionate and understanding
Zealously represent clients
Aggressive when needed
Excellent communication skills
Treat clients like family
Services
Divorce Representation
Our attorneys provide comprehensive divorce representation for contested and uncontested cases. We guide clients through property division, spousal support negotiations, and custody arrangements while minimizing emotional distress. Our experience with New Jersey's equitable distribution laws ensures fair outcomes for our clients.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients' parental rights in custody and visitation matters. Our approach prioritizes children's best interests while protecting parental relationships. We handle modifications, enforcement actions, and interstate custody disputes with strategic legal counsel.
Alimony Advocacy
Our firm represents clients seeking or contesting spousal support payments. We analyze financial factors and lifestyle considerations to pursue fair alimony arrangements. We handle temporary support during proceedings and post-divorce modifications.
Adoption Services
We guide families through New Jersey's adoption process for domestic and third-party cases. Our attorneys handle home studies, consent requirements, and court filings to ensure legal compliance while supporting clients' family-building goals.
Equitable Distribution
Our team manages complex property division cases involving real estate, businesses, and retirement assets. We apply New Jersey's equitable distribution principles to achieve fair outcomes while protecting clients' financial interests during divorce proceedings.
People
Jason D. Eveland
Partner
Jason Eveland focuses exclusively on family law with experience in divorce, child custody, and alimony cases. He graduated from Seton Hall Law School in 2007 and previously served as a judicial clerk in Union County. His background in psychology enhances his approach to family law matters.
Elizabeth Foster-Fernandez
Partner
Elizabeth Foster-Fernandez specializes in matrimonial law with expertise in contested divorces and appellate practice. She earned her law degree from Seton Hall University and served as a law clerk in Essex County. She is licensed in both New Jersey and New York.
Elizabeth Burke
Attorney
Elizabeth Burke provides legal counsel on family law matters with a focus on client communication and case strategy. She works closely with partners Eveland and Foster to ensure comprehensive representation for all clients.
Questions
What types of family law cases do you handle?
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce, child custody, alimony, adoption, domestic violence, and property division cases throughout New Jersey.
How long does a typical divorce take in New Jersey?
Uncontested divorces may take 3-6 months while contested cases can last 12-18 months depending on complexity and court schedules.
Can child custody arrangements be modified?
Yes, custody arrangements can be modified when there's a significant change in circumstances affecting the child's best interests.
What factors determine alimony payments?
New Jersey considers 16 factors including marriage duration, standard of living, and each spouse's financial resources when determining alimony.
Do you offer initial consultations?
Yes, we provide comprehensive initial consultations to discuss your case details and develop an appropriate legal strategy.
How are child support payments calculated?
New Jersey uses specific guidelines considering both parents' incomes, custody arrangements, and children's needs to determine child support amounts.
