The amount of time that a divorce will take to finalize in New Jersey depends greatly on whether or not it is contested. If a divorce is uncontested, a court hearing may be scheduled for the judge's next date of availability. In some cases, a judge may have an opening...
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Can a parent surrender their parental rights?
For various reasons, some New Jersey parents may decide it best to surrender their parental rights. While such actions are both legally permissible and advisable in certain situations, guardians remain bound by state rules pertaining to adoption actions. In order to...
What physical custody options exist in New Jersey?
As parents go through the divorce process, decisions must be made regarding the care and support of their children. There are various legal and physical scenarios that may occur, and it is important to understand that physical custody is different than visitation,...
New Jersey couples who split may benefit from mediation
Getting divorced is a huge life change, but it doesn't have to be a harrowing one. The laws on separation and divorce are extremely clear; state code covers a host of related issues such as child support, custody arrangements, property division and even the timelines...
Parenting plans in New Jersey
Parents in New Jersey may benefit from reviewing some of the state laws that govern parenting time and custody. The state recognizes that divorce and separation can have significant effects on the relationships between parents and children. The Child Access and...
Overview of ending a marriage
New Jersey allows someone to file for divorce within certain periods dependent upon the reasons listed for ending the marriage. In cases of adultery, the court does not require a waiting period. When a spouse charges extreme cruelty, the person can file after three...
Preventing common money problems after a divorce
Residents of New Jersey who are seeking a divorce must often find a balance between strong emotions and practical concerns about their finances. Where a couple has diversified assets, the process generally requires even more attention to asset taxation, immediate cash...
Child support in New Jersey
When one parent retains physical custody of a minor child following a divorce, the court may require the other parent to pay child support to help cover expenses for the child's care, maintenance and education. In New Jersey, the court will usually use a Child Support...
Child custody laws in New Jersey
Many factors can influence child custody orders in New Jersey and elsewhere. In the state of New Jersey, judges mainly consider the best interests of the children involved. When parents are seeking joint custody, the court will look at the couple's ability to...
How forensic accountants can be helpful
New Jersey residents who are contemplating a divorce or already embarked upon the process will need an accurate accounting of their financial affairs in order to divide the marital property fairly. The services of a forensic accountant could be helpful in such an...

