Spousal support is a payment the court orders one spouse to pay to another. It can happen during the divorce process and afterward. The idea is to supplement or provide income for a spouse who is financially disadvantaged. The court will not always award spousal...
Dividing assets is a standard component of divorce, and the more assets you have, the greater the possibility of a complex process. New Jersey is an equitable distribution state, which means asset division is fair but not always equal. Marital vs separate property The...
Getting divorced is never easy, but the issues those going through a divorce must navigate can become more complex when there are children. Parents must discuss everything from child custody and visitation arrangements to how they will divide the expenses that come...
When couples divorce in New Jersey, the law instructs judges to divide the marital property equitably. Liquid assets, such as cash in a bank account, are easily divisible. However, other types of property, such as the family home, are not. Can a judge force the sale...
Whether proceeding through mediation or traditional litigation, the divorce process can be hampered by numerous factors. One element that must always be considered is the honesty of both parties and the willingness to divulge a complete list of both property and...
Co-parenting teenagers has its unique set of challenges. Once your child is in their teens, they will start to become more independent. They may get a job in their later teens or begin driving. Over time, it’s normal to see that you have less control over whom they...
The feelings that divorce can bring up and the stress of the process cause some people in North Jersey to do strange and dishonest things. For example, hiding valuable assets from their ex and the family court judge. Whether due to a desire for revenge or simply...
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,...
