It is somewhat common for parents to take issue with certain details of a shared custody order. In some cases, the children subject to the order also disagree with the family’s arrangements. Older children, including teenagers, may have very strong feelings about...
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Should you move out during a divorce?
The decision to move out during a divorce can feel like a fork in the road, one that’s heavy with emotion and uncertainty. Whether you’re seeking peace or protecting your space, it’s a choice that shapes what happens next. It’s not just about comfort or convenience;...
Can you adopt your partner’s child?
Becoming a parent isn’t always about biology, it’s about love, commitment, and showing up every single day. For many families, those bonds are already there long before the law catches up. Whether you’re helping raise your partner’s child or have been there since day...
What if you want to move but you’re co-parenting a child?
You’ve always liked to move a lot. You like to see new places and have new experiences. Perhaps you see buying real estate as an investment. When the value of the house goes up, you tend to sell it and look for another place to live. But things have been changing...
When do you need a qualified domestic relations order in divorce?
Retirement was something you always thought that you and your spouse would do together. This was good, because your spouse had a high-paying corporate job and a 401(k) plan. If your employer doesn’t offer a retirement plan, you may not have any retirement savings....
How to file for emergency custody in New Jersey
Custody orders typically take weeks, if not months, to establish. Parents have to wait for a hearing in front of a family law judge to resolve their disagreements about the allocation of parental rights and responsibilities. In some cases, it may not be safe or...
What happens to a country club membership in a divorce?
High-asset New Jersey divorces can be complex to hash out. The more assets that were acquired during the marriage, the more that must be divided when couples file for divorce. Below is some important information for those interested in retaining one potentially...
Recognizing signs of marital abandonment
When one spouse suddenly leaves a marriage without explanation or support, the emotional fallout can be overwhelming. This is often referred to as marital abandonment, and it leaves the other spouse to carry both the emotional and practical burdens alone. Unlike a...
Income imputation and support payments: What you should know
When judges determine how much alimony (sometimes known as “maintenance”) and/or child support a divorcing spouse must pay the other, an important consideration is each person’s income. Another factor is their “earning ability.” For example, for child support, the law...
3 co-parenting pitfalls to avoid
Transitioning from a marital relationship to a co-parenting one can be challenging. There was a time when the two of you planned a future together, and those emotions didn’t turn off like a switch. Navigating this new dynamic takes time. And while there may be bumps...

