Divorce

The holidays can be stressful at the best of times, and one may feel a sense of relief as life returns to normal. For New Jersey residents who experience domestic violence, however, there is likely to be little relief from fear or pain. If an abusive spouse is...

There is a great saying that every divorce attorney should impart to his or her clients: "Keep your eyes on the prize." This saying is an excellent way to keep everyone focused on their core goals during divorce mediation. Couples can avoid the courtroom and get their...

New Jersey readers know that divorce is a difficult process, and it can be particularly complex when it comes to financial concerns. The end of a marriage will certainly impact money and assets, and it can be wise to begin to prepare for that impact, even if the...

Many New Jersey couples are entering into marriages with their own assets. If you are part of one of those couples, you might want to consider executing a prenuptial agreement that settles property distribution issues that could arise in a divorce. Even though you...

Settling the issues you have associated with your divorce through mediation can help you to have the final decree issued sooner rather than later. Even though you might not relish the thought of having to work with your ex because the shock of him filing for divorce...

New Jersey couples have more options than ever before when it comes to reaching a settlement regarding the end of a marriage. They are no longer bound by the adversarial court system that tends to breed contention. Mediation is a less contentious way to divorce, but...

With the advances in reproductive technology, more people here in New Jersey and across the country are freezing embryos for later use. During the marriage, there is more than likely little controversy about this, but if a couple divorces, what happens to the frozen...

Friends and family mean well, but when it comes to ending your marriage and understanding the process, you should not believe everything you hear. There are numerous myths that do not seem to go away regarding the divorce process here in New Jersey. Below, some of...

When a marriage ends and New Jersey residents are unable to come to an amicable settlement, the proceedings can get quite contentious. One of the most fought over issues in a divorce is dividing the marital property. There are many things that one of the parties can...

More often than in decades past, older couples are deciding that even after decades of marriage, it is time to go their separate ways. Often, there are no children at home, and the major issues facing these couples as they divorce are financial ones. For example,...