West Caldwell Law Blog
January is a popular month for divorce
January is the beginning of a new year, but for many people, this month marks the end of their marriages. This month is so popular for divorces that people in the field often refer to it as Divorce Month. It tops all other months for the number of filings every year....
Can I change the amount of support during a financial hardship?
Both families and individuals in New Jersey may find that the rising costs of housing, transportation and day-to-day living expenses have become overwhelmingly burdensome. Requesting an increase in your court-ordered spousal or child support obligation may help get...
Sharing the news of your divorce on your own terms
You and your spouse have finalized the decision to pursue a divorce in New Jersey and now the anxiety of breaking the news to your family, friends, coworkers and acquaintances becomes inevitable. At Cipriano Law Offices, P.C., we know just how challenging and...
What are common myths about divorce mediators?
Couples in New Jersey have several options available when looking into methods for handling divorce. For example, many people turn to divorce mediators, as they can help walk you through disagreements that may happen during the process. However, there are many...
Remember your estate plan when getting divorced
A marital divorce is never an easy experience for anyone in New Jersey and one of the reasons for this may be the sheer volume of decisions that have to be made during a divorce. The end of a marriage touches literally every part of a person's life. Given this, it can...
How does a court consider the best interests of the child?
Couples on the verge of divorce have a lot of factors to consider before filing. If you face this decision, you can prepare for the process that lies ahead. In New Jersey, the court takes divorce, especially those that involve children, very seriously. The laws state...
Keeping your full 401k
You may not go into your divorce proceedings in West Caldwell thinking that yours is a high-asset case, yet you may quickly be surprised at just how much may be at stake once your property division proceedings begin. Many in your same situation come to us here at the...
Factors affecting a high-dollar divorce
Divorce that involves property worth millions or billions of dollars may be accompanied by hyped media attention. Successfully mitigating a divorce process in New Jersey may require exceptional legal skills. The concerned couple may need legal advice that ensures they...
How can your spouse take advantage of your high assets?
New Jersey couples like you who are mid-divorce will have your hands full with everything you must accomplish in order for the divorce to be legitimized. We at Cipriano Law Offices, P.C., are here to discuss how a spouse may potentially take advantage of the confusion...
In what ways could a parent illegally interfere with custody?
When a New Jersey court makes a ruling about child custody matters, it becomes legally binding. If you break that order, you are in contempt of court. Emotions can run high when it comes to your children. You may feel that the actions you take are what is in their...
