The holidays are often a time when parents catch up with their college-age and adult children on what they’ve been doing and who is in their lives. Sometimes, hard or at least serious conversations happen this time of year when everyone is back under one roof. If...
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3 questions to answer before asking to keep the home in a divorce
Purchasing a home is a main economic goal for many people. They want to stop paying rent and to accumulate equity. Married couples are often in a position to combine their resources and make that dream a reality. The home where a married couple has lived together can...
Same-sex divorce after a domestic partnership or civil union
Marriage equality became a reality for same-sex couples in the United States with the 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges decision – but the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling did not automatically convert civil unions or domestic partnerships into marriages. Unfortunately, same-sex...
How long does the divorce process take in New Jersey?
If you’re wondering how long the divorce process takes in New Jersey, there is no definitive answer. The timeline varies, depending on factors like whether the divorce is contested or uncontested and other unique aspects of every situation. In most cases, the process...
Co-parenting tips for Christmas gift-giving
Christmas can be absolutely magical for children, but it can also present a lot of challenges for parents who are newly separated or divorced. Coordinating gift-giving between two households requires a little extra planning if you want to avoid issues and focus on...
How does mediation maintain privacy in family disputes?
Going through a divorce or battling over child custody is rarely easy. Emotions run high, and the situation can feel incredibly vulnerable. It is natural to want to protect your privacy during these challenging times. Let us explore how mediation can offer a more...
Are you certain it is time to divorce?
You have reached a decision. You want a divorce. Maybe you are certain it is the correct decision, or perhaps you are not quite sure. If you are unsure, it is good to have some ways to check whether you are making the right decision or whether informing your partner...
What are the unique challenges of a same-sex divorce?
Divorce is never easy, but same-sex couples may face additional challenges during this difficult process. If you are in a same-sex marriage and considering divorce, it is important to be aware of the unique challenges you might encounter. Legal Complexities One of the...
3 tips for divorcing parents during the holidays
With Halloween over, many families' thoughts will be turning to Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year. However you like to celebrate these occasions, things are likely to be different if you are divorcing. The following tips can help you and your children to enjoy...
How can domestic violence affect custody in New Jersey?
Issues with domestic violence are often what force parents to make the difficult decision to divorce. They have to consider their own safety and the possibility that their spouse might potentially endanger their children. Those preparing for divorce after experiencing...

