Even after custody and parenting time agreements have been made, it is not uncommon for disagreements to continue and for parents to violate the order, making it difficult for the other parent. There are reasons why this is a mistake and it is wise to find solutions...
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Understanding the benefits of mediation in a New Jersey divorce
For most New Jersey couples who have decided to end their marriage, the biggest concern is the anger and stress that usually accompany a divorce. Fortunately, the New Jersey family law bar and the state courts have devised a process that can materially reduce the...
A collaborative divorce may be useful for high-asset couples
Just as every marriage is unique, so too is every divorce. Issues that are unimportant and easy to resolve for one couple may be critical and complex for another. Couples with a high net worth may find that distribution of their assets is far more complicated than in...
Custody challenges in the summertime
Divorced or separated New Jersey parents raising children together know the challenges of making and following a custody schedule. Most parenting time agreements have different custody schedules for the school year and summer. Before summer begins, you are likely...
Do not ignore these financial issues during divorce
Many important legal issues face couples when they end their marriage. This is compounded by the stress and emotions that become involved. Getting the divorce over quickly and separating yourself from your ex-spouse is tempting. But rushing this process can cause...
Valuation of property in New Jersey divorce
Dividing up your assets during a divorce is never easy. Under New Jersey’s equitable distribution laws, courts will divide property between divorcing spouses “fairly and equitably.” However, unlike states with community property laws, equitable distribution of marital...
Review of how alimony works in New Jersey
Like most other states, New Jersey allows one divorced spouse to seek alimony from the other spouse. Alimony may also be called spousal support. Alimony is a regular or even one-time payment that is designed to make sure that both spouses can come out of a divorce...
How can I change my child support order?
As any single New Jersey parent knows, raising a child is costly. A child support order setting up regular payments from the other parent allows a parent to adequately provide for their child. Child support payments are based on the income of each parent and several...
Durational alimony for shorter-term marriages
When New Jersey couples get divorced, they will generally understand the basics of the process. One issue that comes to the forefront is alimony (also referred to as spousal support). This is true in high-asset divorces and in cases where the people were of more...
Considering an annulment
When a couple decides to end their marriage, they may immediately think of the divorce process. However, they can also consider requesting an annulment and there is information available about this process. Annulment overview When a couple pursues an annulment, they...