Divorcing couples must work through numerous challenges on the path toward starting new, independent lives. Unfortunately, over the course of the marriage, it is likely that the two parties have developed considerable assets and debts that need to be thoroughly...
Hackettstown Family Law Blog
Have you considered using mediation to settle your divorce?
The first step in any divorce is one or both spouses deciding that the marriage is over. After that, there are several paths you might take to reach your goal. Traditional divorce is one option, but many people are understandably concerned about going through a long,...
Time to modify custody? Here’s what to consider
If you and your spouse came up with a custody plan that works for you, it might be disruptive if they suddenly want to change it. While many of the changes that people want to make might not be warranted, modifications for purposes such as moving or letting your child...
If you want to co-parent, be fully committed
You and your spouse are getting a divorce, but you have both agreed that you want to have a good relationship for the sake of your children. Neither of you did anything particularly wrong to cause divorce, but you grew apart and simply weren't happy any longer.As a...
3 ways to reduce the conflict in your upcoming divorce
If you have small children and will soon be facing a divorce, you probably want to do everything in your power to make the divorce as painless for your family as possible. In fact, even couples who don't have children may want to get their divorce over with quickly...
New Jersey divorce case shows why settlement details matter
Divorce takes time. There are a lot of decisions and paperwork, and attorneys. Why can’t it now be done with a few clicks online like everything else? Or with a vacation in Reno like the old days?A dramatic New Jersey case made its way to the state’s...
Can I change a divorce order years after the divorce?
Change is a rule of life. We have to be adaptable to change. When it comes to court rulings, however, change can be a difficult thing.Such was the status of divorce decrees years ago when the court’s rulings were difficult to change. However, in 1980, the New...
Benefits of mediation to settle your divorce
Divorce can be a devastating and emotional process. However, if the couple is amicable and willing to work together, mediation might be the best way to settle the terms of their divorce. Couples that choose mediation over litigation can save themselves time and money...
Paying for college tuition as a divorced couple
You and your former spouse have a child who wishes to attend college. You know that college tuition proves incredibly costly, and you worry that your ex-spouse will have no interest in helping pay the excessive fees. Luckily, in the state of New Jersey, you and your...
Is New Jersey a no-fault divorce state?
In "no-fault" divorce states, both spouses can be considered blameless for the ending of their marriage. If a divorcing couple chooses to file their divorce in an uncontested manner, they may be able to work through their court procedures quickly and inexpensively....
