The rules regarding child support are in place to ensure the well-being of children following divorce. Yet you may be uncertain if monthly payments automatically end when your kids turn 18. Exploring the details surrounding this question will help you better grasp the...
Family Law
What factors affect child support amounts in New Jersey?
Child support ensures the well-being of children whose parents are no longer together. In New Jersey, several considerations influence the amount of child support payments. Understanding the relevant factors is essential for parents navigating the complexities of...
How co-parenting apps can streamline communication and scheduling
Effective co-parenting is important for the well-being of the children involved. Today, valuable apps simplify and enhance co-parenting coordination. Clear communication made easy The 2021 divorce rate was 14.56 divorces per 1,000 married women, and many of these...
Parental alienation is grounds for a custody modification request
Child custody decisions involve numerous factors that revolve around the best interests of the children. When the court suspects the well-being of a child is at stake, it may take action. Parental alienation has the potential to cause psychological and emotional...
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...
Dividing retirement accounts can be a complex job in your divorce
The more assets you have, the more complex the property division of your divorce is likely to be. Your retirement accounts will be a property division highlight. You will find that there are different rules for the division of different account types. Understanding...
New job and your request for child custody agreement modification
Your employer is rewarding your hard work with a promotion. However, the new position means you must move to another city. You have custody of your 10-year-old son who will therefore go with you. How will the other parent and the court react to your request for child...
How would cryptocurrency divide in a divorce?
Cryptocurrency is rather volatile. Its value can ebb and flow depending on a variety of factors. But for many people, it makes up a portion of their finances. If you have cryptocurrency, then you will need to factor that into your divorce settlement. There are a...
Will the court award spousal support in your divorce?
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...