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Why You Should Avoid Social Media During Divorce: Screenshots Last Forever

Without a doubt, divorce is not only an emotional and stressful process, it can also be a lonely process which create a significant need for validations.   In our current Read More

Special Considerations for Dividing Retirement Accounts in a Divorce

In New Jersey, the division of marital property during a divorce follows the principle of equitable distribution, which calls for splitting assets acquired during the marriage fairly but not necessarily Read More

Weighing the Pros and Cons of “Bird-Nesting” After a Divorce

"Bird-nesting," otherwise referred to a “nesting arrangement,” is a joint custody plan wherein the children remain in the family home while each parent alternates living there. The goal of nesting Read More

How Is Spousal Support Determined in New Jersey?

Spousal support — commonly referred to as alimony — is designed to provide financial assistance to one spouse following a divorce, taking into account the needs of that spouse and Read More

Contested and Uncontested Divorces Follow Different Tracks

In New Jersey, family courts categorize divorce cases based on their complexity, which helps streamline case management and ensure efficient allocation of resources. Divorces are classified as either "contested" or Read More

Why Is a High Net Worth Divorce More Complicated?

A "high net worth" divorce typically involves couples whose combined assets are substantial, often exceeding a few million dollars. There are often unique complexities due to the scale, diversity, and Read More

Identifying Marital Property in Equitable Distribution

In New Jersey, equitable distribution is the method courts use to ensure a fair division of marital property during a divorce. Unlike community property states where assets are split 50-50, Read More

What to Know About Modifying Child Custody Orders in New Jersey

Child custody orders are issued based on a court’s determination of what is best for the child at the time the parents become separated. But situations can thereafter change, sometimes Read More

The Complexities of Divorcing a Narcissist

Divorcing any spouse can be a complex and emotionally charged experience, but when your partner exhibits traits of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), the challenges can be amplified significantly. NPD is Read More

Do's and Don'ts of Preparing to File for Divorce

Divorce can be a challenging ordeal that profoundly impacts individuals and families in several ways. Positive preparatory actions can make the process less overwhelming and can help bring about a Read More

Navigating the Unique Challenges of “Gray Divorce”

Gray divorce refers to the phenomenon of older couples, typically those over the age of 50, choosing to end their marriages. Several factors contribute to the increasing prevalence of gray Read More

How to Split the Family Home in a New Jersey Divorce

The family home is, for many people, their most valuable asset. It can also have a functional importance as the place children are raised, as well as having emotional and Read More

NJ High Court Clarifies Level of Proof for Alimony Termination Based on Cohabitation

Alimony can be a contentious issue in New Jersey divorces, as to both the amount awarded and the duration of payments. The paying spouse typically wants to end the obligation Read More

How a Spouse’s Dissipation of Marital Assets Can Affect Equitable Distribution

Getting divorced can bring out the worst in people. In the knowledge that the marriage is ending, a spouse might decide to go on a spending spree, burning through marital Read More

Do I Need a Lawyer To Divorce?

First, filing for divorce is usually a difficult decision to begin with. Therefore, filing for divorce on your own and without a lawyer can make the process more difficult by Read More

5 Recommended Books For Divorcing Spouses

Divorce is primarily viewed as a war over finances and custody. What is generally missing in so many cases is the triggered emotions that a divorce brings out and the Read More

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