Legal Question in Constitutional Law in New Jersey

Deframation of character.

My ex wife in sworn court documents, has told outlandish stories, and outright lies about me and my parenting skills for the past 6 years to try to persuade the judge to remove my rights to our son. How would I go about filing a Deframation of character law suit, and do you think I stand a chance of victory??


Asked on 5/12/08, 9:34 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Re: Deframation of character.

I don't know about New Jersey law, but in most states such a lawsuit would stand no chance at all. Why? Because statements made in the course of litigation are privileged and cannot form the basis of a defamation judgment.

Hopefully a New Jersey lawyer will respond to your question and say whether this rule applies in your state.

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Answered on 5/12/08, 3:35 pm


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