Divorce courts in New Jersey often award spousal support, also referred to as spousal maintenance or alimony, to a spouse that did not earn an income or earned significantly less than their spouse during the marriage. While alimony is not a part of every divorce, it...
Divorce
The best ways to approach an impending divorce
When you get married, partners often switch gears. Going from making lone decisions to working together to reach an agreement may feel natural when getting married; however, going back to making decisions on your own with an impending divorce is often challenging. You...
How can I ensure a fair property split in my divorce?
Divorce in New Jersey can be contentious with the sides in dispute over just about every issue. Even in cases where the parties are on reasonably good terms, there are still aspects of the case that can be problematic. Most will automatically think about child...
Can I use my spouse’s social media against them in a divorce?
Social media platforms (Facebook, TikTok, etc.) have integrated themselves into our everyday lives. They have changed the face of how we interact with everyone from our family to our friends and acquaintances. Though, with this rise in connectivity comes the downside...
How to tell your kids that you’re getting a divorce
Breaking the news of divorce to your children can be one of the hardest aspects of your marriage dissolution. This is especially true if you’ve successfully shielded your children from your marital disharmony. As you prepare to talk to your children about your...
How not to act during your divorce
Divorce is never easy. Even when you and your spouse agree it’s the best decision and maintain a mutual respect and amicable relationship with each other, you are still likely to experience emotions such as sadness, guilt or a sense of failure. These emotions are...
What are common family law issues in a New Jersey divorce?
Divorce is a legal process that dissolves the marital relationship and resolves various issues related to the marriage. In New Jersey, there are several common family law issues that may arise in a divorce. Grounds for divorce Fault and no-fault divorces are...
How is debt divided in New Jersey divorces?
In many instances, financial stability is at the heart of divorce proceedings. While many individuals focus on acquiring as much as they can through the property division process and accessing spousal and child support, you can’t overlook the role that debt can play...
Escaping from an unfair prenuptial agreement in New Jersey
Most experienced divorce attorneys in Northern New Jersey and elsewhere agree that a prenuptial agreement provides excellent protection from unnecessary stress and anxiety if the marriage eventually fails. Sometimes, however, a prenuptial agreement will have the...
Protecting your parenting time
No parent seeks to lose time with their children; thus, most parents will fight to maintain as much time as feasible when commencing and working through a child custody battle. Whether parents are unmarried or initiating the divorce process, it is imperative that...