When a parent remarries, child support obligations can become more complex. Child support is a continuous obligation meant to ensure the child’s welfare, regardless of changes in the parents’ marital status. It is important...
It is difficult to see beyond your own feelings and worries when your marriage is ending. Divorce is a very personal experience that can bring with it major changes to your life. However, the impact of divorce goes beyond...
If your ex-spouse was granted sole custody of your child during your divorce, you might wonder if that arrangement can be changed after the fact. The answer is yes, but it is not a simple process. Modifying a custody...
Grandparents have the right to seek custody or visitation with their grandchildren. For visitation, New Jersey law allows grandparents to petition under the Grandparent Visitation Statute. These rights offer legal paths for...
Domestic violence plays a significant role in divorce proceedings in New Jersey. It affects all the key aspects such as grounds for divorce, property division, child custody and child support. Understanding these impacts is...
Divorce is already a challenging process, but for those injured by domestic violence, it can be even more difficult. The legal system provides several protections to help individuals stay safe and secure while going through...
Many married couples choose to have both spouses working outside the home to able to contribute to their households financially. However, there is a strong possibility that one spouse may contribute more to the household...
Deciding what to do with investment properties during a divorce in New Jersey requires careful consideration. These assets not only hold significant financial value but also potential for future income. Understanding your...
For many people who are going through divorce, the uncertainty of life ahead is what scares them most. They oftentimes have to find a new place to live, rework their finances, and figure out how to rebuild their lives...
Divorce is a stressful and emotional time. A high-asset divorce can be complex. It requires the expertise of various professionals to ensure a fair and accurate division of assets. Knowing which experts are commonly needed...
Facing a child custody decision is typically one of the most challenging and emotionally taxing aspects of a divorce. In New Jersey, as in other states in the U.S., courts use the child's best interests as the guiding...
When parents separate or divorce, determining child custody arrangements can often be challenging. The primary goal is to ensure the child's well-being. New Jersey offers many arrangements based on individual family...
Many of our readers in New Jersey probably know that when it comes to child support our family law courts have guidelines to follow in order to make determinations about the amount to be paid. However, there are a variety...
Child support ensures children receive financial assistance from both parents, even after a separation or divorce. New Jersey has strict laws to enforce child support payments. Parents who fail to meet their child support...
One of the most significant concerns while going through a divorce is the division of property. Understanding the process and determining factors can help ease some of the stress and uncertainty. In New Jersey, property...