When you and your spouse divorce, you must divide the property that you own together between the two of you. However, what if you own a business together? There are several different options available to you for dividing a business in a divorce. The American Bar...
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Can you cash out your portion of your 401(k)?
While your upcoming divorce in New Jersey no doubt brings with it a certain level of relief (due to the end of your marital tensions), it also introduces a fair amount of uncertainty into your life. This is especially true if you were not the primary income earner in...
How can I communicate more effectively with my co-parent?
Effective communication patterns are a cornerstone of any successful relationship. In fact, it is highly likely that roadblocks in communication between you and your ex-spouse are a large factor in why they are your ex. It is unlikely that divorce alone will make...
The best interests of the children
Shared custody means that the children spend time with both parents, whether that time is evenly split or involves one parent adhering to a visitation schedule while the other has physical custody. Sometimes, spending time alone with one of the parents is not in the...
Investment accounts and divorce
When people get a divorce, they have to divide their investment accounts between them. There are several things that people should consider as they prepare to divide their investments. Before spouses decide who will keep each account, they should take stock of what...
What are signs of hidden assets?
When going through a divorce, you will likely have quite a few potential hurdles to focus on. Some of them are more obvious than others. Some get more attention than others within the divorce community, too. One such issue may present in the form of hidden assets....
What is parallel parenting?
Trying to mediate your divorce is usually the most beneficial choice for all parties. Often, mediated or collaborative divorce is less expensive and takes far less time. However, there are some instances where taking your divorce to trial may be your only realistic...
Can you prepare your children for relocation during a divorce?
You may find that caring for your children and helping them adjust to the changes in your family is one of the most challenging aspects of your divorce. Depending on your situation, you may need to move and take your children with you. Throughout the relocation...
How can you prevent stress during a divorce?
During any major event in a person's life, he or she usually feels full of anxiety about the future. Going through a divorce often brings up feelings of worry or panic about various problems. Learning how to recognize and deal with these feelings can help you stay...
Is divorce mediation an option for complex financial matters?
You and your spouse have worked hard throughout your lives to build a solid financial foundation. Now that your marriage is coming to an end, you may have some concern about receiving an equitable share of the marital estate. This may be especially true if you have...

