Divorce mediation has become exceedingly popular in the last couple of decades. This makes sense, as mediation is often more affordable than other types of divorce. It also is typically less stressful than having a lengthy and bitter courtroom battle. While you can...
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Does the recent abortion case put your same-sex marriage at risk?
If you are half of a same-sex couple, some worries may have crept into the back of your mind after the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health. While the decision overruled the Roe v. Wade precedent, Justice Thomas's concurring opinion...
What you should know about grandparent adoption
Did you know that millions of older, often retired, adults have taken on the responsibility of raising their grandchildren? Caring for their grandchildren was probably not on these individuals’ list of expectations for their golden years. If you are like these...
Mediation and valuing your specific business in divorce
Every business is as unique as the people running it and doubly so when you and your spouse build a business from the ground up together. It can mean a lot of pain when it comes time to divide it up when the marriage does not work out. Some types of business and work...
What should stepparents consider before adopting?
As a stepparent, you may care greatly for your stepchildren and want to give them a good future. Your situation may allow you to adopt your stepchildren and become their legal parent. While this could be a rewarding experience for all involved, adoption is a major...
Child custody considerations in same-sex cases
Many of those people in New Jersey involved in same-sex relationships assume that special statutes exist that govern the disillusionment of marriages in these situations. Such is the school of thought of many of those that come to see us here at the Cipriano Law...
Can you have an attorney during divorce mediation?
If you are about to end your marriage, you may want to avoid a venomous courtroom fight at all costs. This mentality makes sense, as divorce litigation is often both painful and expensive. Even worse, according to Psychology Today, your kids may react negatively to...
How can a parenting coordinator help?
As divorced or separated parents navigate the idea of child custody and separation from their children, emotions intensify and often become volatile and contentious. Co-parenting is often difficult as parents must work with their former partners to make joint...
What should you include in your parenting plan?
When it comes to divorce, child custody issues are often the most complex. Anger and resentment caused by your marriage ending can get in the way of a healthy parenting relationship between you and your former spouse. Additionally, your children are bound to...
What are your rights during divorce?
Divorce can feel scary when you never anticipated your marriage ending in the first place. Being in a same-sex relationship may only complicate matters because of the newness of such unions in the state of New Jersey. Knowing your rights can help you protect yourself...

