Nobody contemplates divorce on their wedding day, but there is little reason both spouses should not prepare for the worst. Life happens, things change and on the day you wake up knowing you wish to move on from your marriage, you may want a prenuptial agreement to...
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Valuing intellectual property in your divorce
Property division in divorce is rarely a walk in the park, since you and your spouse may have vested interest in much of the marital property. Who takes the car is a big question when dividing everything. Ideas get even trickier since there might not be anything...
Can you keep your business in a divorce?
Whether you sell pizza, provide security services or own a professional practice in your New Jersey neighborhood, your business has value. A divorce could affect the daily operations and determine if you can keep the doors open. According to Cornell Law School,...
What should I know when going into divorce mediation?
Mediation is an alternative option for settling your divorce, and as such, you need to enter into the process ready to have frank discussions. Preparing yourself for the negotiations is important to reaching your goals. U.S. News and World Report explain mediation...
Common misconceptions about mediation
Mediation is becoming increasingly popular among couples who want a fast, easy divorce. The process can save people money, time and stress in the long run. However, as more and more couples get on board, there have been some misconceptions about how mediation works....
How should you financially prepare for a divorce?
Divorce can impact your finances more than you may have anticipated, especially if you do not prepare. If you suspect your relationship will end, your decision to think ahead can help you get organized before big changes happen. Even if you have already filed...
How can you find hidden assets during divorce?
Some assets are pretty straightforward during a divorce. While you are likely aware of cars, homes, and banks accounts you jointly own with your soon-to-be-ex, other assets are not as easy to identify. These hidden assets might get included within the divorce decree,...
Is parallel parenting right for you?
When you go through a divorce, you will also need to decide how you will handle parenting after the divorce has been finalized. Your choice should focus on what is best for your child, of course. However, it is impossible to avoid taking what will work best for you...
Divorce and the outcome of shared investments
Divorcing couples often have a lot of things to discuss and separate. Factors including the length of their marriage and individual relationship roles can also impact how many assets there are to split. Shared bank accounts, retirement benefits and investment...
3 ways mediation may help improve your post-divorce finances
If you and your spouse are considering divorce, you may be deeply concerned about what your separate financial futures will look like. This may be especially true if you have young children or complex shared assets. Unfortunately, divorce litigation by nature pits one...