Divorce

During a bitter divorce, it is not uncommon for an angry or vengeful spouse to make threats. While some of your soon-to-be ex-spouse's threats might have merit, others are likely meaningless. A threat to kick you off a health insurance plan falls into the latter...

When a couple decides to divorce in New Jersey, the division of assets can become a complex issue, especially when it involves a family business. The business often represents not just a significant financial asset, but also a source of livelihood and family legacy....

Divorce can be an emotionally challenging process, particularly when there are children involved. In New Jersey, child custody disputes often arise, and resolving them in a way that prioritizes the best interests of the children can be complex. This blog will explore...

You have probably heard plenty of stories about bitter divorce battles that drag on for years. If you do not want to fight your soon-to-be ex-spouse in open court, it might make sense to consider divorce mediation. With mediation, you and your husband or wife work...

Alimony, also known as spousal support, is an essential aspect of many divorce proceedings. It provides financial support to a spouse who may be unable to support themselves independently following a divorce. In New Jersey, there are different types of alimony, each...

What do you think of when you think about property division during divorce? Most people would think about assets: i.e., who gets which pieces of property. Your debt could also be an important part of this process. How you handle it could affect your credit score. A...

Whether your marital partner cheated on you or you want to get a divorce because you are not happy in your relationship, you should never feel trapped in your marriage. However, it is extremely important to take steps to protect yourself (and your children) if you...

There are many ways to pursue a divorce in New Jersey. Mediation of economic aspects is rapidly becoming one of the most common elements. This is true because it has many potential benefits, depending on the details of the case. These benefits might also apply to...

In high-asset divorces, the financial state of a couple is rarely what it seems at first. At least one side, probably the one with the most control over the money, is usually hiding something. Sometimes, this comes from honest mistakes about what the court might...

Divorce is never easy under the best of circumstances, but same-sex couples face unique issues when dealing with the legal process. Consider some of these standard divorce conditions. How are they sometimes more complex for same-sex couples? Determining spousal...