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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…
There comes a time when even the most patient spouses become dissatisfied with their legal representation. If you feel like your divorce attorney is not meeting your expectations in New Jersey, you might be wondering whether you should fire them and look for a better option. However, you may also be hesitating for a number of reasons. What if you…
When spouses divorce, accusations often fly. Thankfully, these accusations are not (and cannot) be taken at face value. If they were, all kinds of baseless accusations could be made in society without any accountability, and you would have neighbors accusing each other of the most heinous crimes simply because they did not like each other. This is why we have…