Divorce is often a challenging time for families. When parents discuss custody and parenting schedules, there are many issues to consider. One area that parents may overlook at first is navigating the logistics of shared custody during the summer break. Communicate...
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3 mistakes people often make when dividing debt during a divorce
Divorce proceedings are often complex. For example, they usually involve the division of assets and liabilities. In New Jersey, the spouses may fully not understand the implications of joint accounts and debts. 1. Not quite separate debts In New Jersey, the spouses...
How are contested and uncontested divorces different?
Relationships sometimes run their course. When a couple decides they no longer want to be together, they may need to seek a divorce. This will require making various decisions and taking steps to legally end the marriage. One of the first steps is determining if this...
How do New Jersey courts determine marital asset division?
When couples decide to part ways, the division of marital assets becomes a significant aspect of the process. This step is necessary to ensure a fair and equitable distribution of wealth. Equitable distribution principle In New Jersey, marital asset division adheres...
Tips for co-parenting through the holiday season
NJ.com reported in 2018 that single moms and dads made up over 276,600 households in New Jersey. These families likely have to manage co-parenting every holiday season, which can be tricky. The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration and togetherness. For...
Do you need a financial advisor on your divorce team?
A New Jersey divorce is emotionally taxing, and it involves more than just the separation of two individuals. It also involves separating your finances. In such times, a financial advisor can become your invaluable ally, guiding you through the financial aspects of...
Can You Change Your New Jersey Divorce Agreement Years Down the Road?
Many people wonder if they can make changes to their divorce agreements after finalizing them. Life often brings unexpected challenges, and circumstances change. If you find yourself in this situation, you can modify your New Jersey divorce agreement years later under...
How to be a great co-parent during your divorce
With the New Jersey divorce rate at 2.2 per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, many people go through divorce each year. It is a challenging and emotional process, and with children, the stakes are even higher. However, just because you and your spouse...
Should you use mediation in your divorce?
The dissolution of a marriage is never a simple or comfortable process. It brings a whirlpool of emotions, conflicting interests and a seemingly insurmountable pile of legal formalities. As you embark on the journey of divorce in New Jersey, one of the decisions you...
How to help your teenagers through your divorce
Navigating through a divorce is not an easy task for anyone involved, especially for teenagers. During this time, your children might feel an array of emotions - confusion, fear, anger and sadness. As a parent, it falls on your shoulders to ensure that this...