Divorce

In many cases, an inheritance is considered a separate asset, meaning that it does not go through property division and you do not have to split it with your ex during a divorce. Other separate assets may include gifts that were given directly to you during the...

If you’re divorcing a spouse after many years of marriage, and your spouse significantly outearns you, it’s understandable if you’re concerned about experiencing a significant change in your standard of living. That can be especially concerning if you largely stopped...

A first meeting with a divorce attorney can represent a turning point in a spouse's life. Many people are nervous about consulting with a divorce attorney and may fail to do proper preparation before they arrive. Gathering the 10 documents described below can...

People who are going through a divorce have to divide the property and assets that they accumulated during the marriage. In New Jersey, economic mediation is the process that’s used to take care of this. It gives the parties a chance to agree that the marriage is...

Ending a marriage does not always mean every financial connection disappears at the same time. Even after the legal process is over, some couples are surprised to find that their money, debts and long-term obligations are still closely linked. This can create...

You spent years building your company from the ground up in Northern New Jersey. Now, as you face a divorce, you realize your business is likely your most significant financial asset. You wonder how a court decides what your hard work is worth and if you will lose...

Financial abuse leaves deep scars. It often traps people in broken marriages through fear and dependence. New Jersey courts recognize these patterns as a form of control that extends beyond physical harm. Understanding these signs helps you prepare for the road ahead....

A college education can increase earning potential and access to professional opportunities. However, students must make a substantial investment in their education before reaping the rewards of the degree. Adults with student loans typically carry an average of more...

Getting divorced means dividing your lives. Many couples own a home together, for example, which is a marital asset. As their assets go through property division, they have to decide if they are going to sell the home, if one person is going to keep it or how else...

One of the first steps during the property division process of a divorce is to identify marital assets and separate property. Spouses typically don’t have to divide resources that they owned before marriage, received as gifts or inherited. Spouses claiming assets as...