If you and your spouse cannot resolve divorce-related matters outside of the courtroom, you may have little choice but to go to trial. This type of divorce, known as a contested divorce, can be contentious, of course. This is because you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse...
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Do you qualify for a divorce if your spouse goes to jail?
When you married your spouse, you thought the two of you would be together forever. Because of his or her misconduct, though, your husband or wife is now facing a lengthy prison sentence. While there certainly is nothing wrong with standing by your spouse, you might...
Are there any consequences for hiding assets during a divorce?
Divorce can cause anyone's head to scramble. If you are facing financial insecurity after your marriage comes to an end, you might have even more mental fog. After all, according to Psychology Today, financial worries can lead to unclear thinking. Your financial fears...
Is fault ever relevant in a divorce?
If you have chosen to end your marriage, you probably have several legitimate reasons for wanting a divorce. You do not need to state these reasons in open court, however. After all, according to New Jersey Courts, you can divorce your spouse simply because you have...
Preparing your finances for divorce
Divorce is one of the most disruptive things that could happen to your finances if you do not make proper preparations. For some people, it is on the same level as losing a job. The good news is that most of the things that happen during divorce are predictable. That...
Challenging tax situations in divorce
Deciding who gets what in a divorce is one thing. Determining the most advantageous way to divide assets into equitable shares is another thing entirely. Tax nearly always factors into division strategies. You will probably face some tax complexities both during the...
New Jersey’s Parents’ Education Program
There is already quite a bit to learn for most parents who are going through a divorce. Adding a mandatory class might seem excessive. In fact, the New Jersey Parents' Education Program is often a useful resource. It condenses many of the most important, most...
Do you have to separate before divorcing in New Jersey?
You do not have to live separately for any amount of time before you get a divorce in New Jersey — but it is still a valid grounds. Divorce on the grounds of separation, should you choose to pursue it, would require 18 months of living apart. This article will look at...
How should you tell your kids about your divorce?
If you have decided to move forward with the divorce process, you may have a variety of concerns on your mind. Some of these may relate to dividing assets and other divorce issues but many may relate to your children. According to the Centers for Disease Control and...
3 commonly asked questions about New Jersey divorce
Divorce, while not the ideal ending couples dream of when they speak their vows, is not uncommon. According to the Centers for Disease and Control Prevention, New Jersey alone experiences 1.7 divorces for every 1,000 people. The divorce process can be simple or...