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State-wide, NJ divorce and family court calendars are backlogged months and some, even years. Why? Across NJ approximately 46 judicial positions are vacant. This is a huge reduction from the 76 vacancies of last year. But still: There aren’t enough judges for the job....
Speed: Avoid the court conga line and possibly get divorced in less than a year. After the mediation agreement is written, your review attorney can incorporate the document into a marital settlement agreement, file it with your county’s family court, and secure a date...
Receiving the divorce decree from the Family Court judge represents the end of the process of finalizing your and your ex's rights and duties regarding property division, child custody, child support, visitation and alimony. But the decree is just a stack of papers if...
Most divorces are handled in a somewhat straightforward manner – even if there are certain issues that cause delays and problems. But some issues are so serious that they stump even the highest courts in New Jersey – and the death of a spouse during a divorce trial is a prime example of this. But what exactly happens when a…
For most spouses in New Jersey, cheating during marriage comes with no notable legal consequences. It may destroy the family, it may alienate the children, and it may fill the guilty party with a deep sense of regret – but it will not get you in legal trouble. For the most part, judges do not even consider adultery when calculating…
Are you having nightmares about divorce? Many people avoid filing for divorce for years because they believe the process will be time-consuming, expensive, and emotionally taxing. While this can certainly be the case, it does not have to be. No two divorces are the same, and you may be surprised at the number of alternatives that exist to traditional courtroom…
If you are going through a divorce in New Jersey, you may be concerned about what state your life will be in once your marriage has been dissolved. Alimony, or spousal support, exists to provide support to a financially disadvantaged spouse following a divorce. Alimony may take several forms, such as monthly payments, a one-time payment, or temporary support, but…
Pets are incredibly important to most families, and they often play vital roles. Dogs and cats can provide us with the emotional support that is often needed during a divorce. In addition, the act of caring for a pet gives us a sense of structure and responsibility that can fill our lives with meaning and purpose – even when all…
Spouses may be ordered to pay considerable sums during and after a divorce. Spousal support payments can prove to be a real headache, and they continue for years or decades. The same applies to child support. Property division can seriously chip away at your wealth, leaving you without a house, a car, or a business. But what happens if you…
Making the decision to divorce your spouse is difficult enough, but telling the rest of your family can seem even more challenging. It is difficult to know where to begin, especially if your family members were under the impression that your marriage was going well. In addition to more distant relatives, you also need to figure out how to break…