Stepparents often develop close family-like relationships with their stepchildren. When a marriage ends, concerns about maintaining those relations can add another layer of stress to an already difficult situation. Under New Jersey family law, unless you have legally...
Text exchanges can feel deeply personal, especially when they involve parenting, money or conflict with your spouse. During a divorce, you may wonder whether those records can show what really happened. Texts can serve as evidence, but a judge will not automatically...
Once you welcome a pet into your home, they become an inseparable part of your family. That is why you can’t take a chance by making inaccurate assumptions regarding pet ownership during divorce. Here is what you need to know to protect your animal companion in New...
The end of a marriage can bring uncertainty about the future. During this time, you might wonder whether the number of years you’ve spent together could influence the outcome of your divorce. If you are preparing for this process, understanding the factors courts...
Divorce does not only divide property. It can also raise difficult questions about credit cards, loans, medical bills, tax debt and the mortgage. Even when one spouse’s name appears on an account, the debt may still affect the divorce if it connects to the marriage....
Money can become one of the hardest parts of divorce. One spouse may worry about paying the bills alone, while the other may worry about paying support for years. In New Jersey, spousal support is not automatic. Courts look at the full financial picture under specific...
You may worry that your divorce will stall if the other party refuses to participate in the legal process. In New Jersey, ignoring divorce papers can create delays, but it does not always prevent the case from moving forward. Once your spouse is properly served,...
Divorce often requires both spouses to put their financial lives on paper. In New Jersey, this process often includes a financial disclosure document called the Case Information Statement, or CIS. This form helps the court understand each party’s income, expenses,...
Once you receive a summons and complaint for divorce in New Jersey, the case has officially started in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Chancery Division, Family Part. What you do next matters because your response helps preserve your chance to address custody,...
One of the most painful concerns for any parent considering a divorce is the potential impact on their children. You want to protect their happiness and stability, yet you may feel that staying in an unhappy marriage is equally damaging. While divorce is a significant...
