If you are a parent who pays or receives child support in New Jersey, you may wonder how long this obligation will last. Child support is a legal duty that parents must provide for their children’s basic needs. However, child support does not last forever. So, the...
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Fees and child support payments
Child support payments are important financial contributions made by parents to help meet the needs of their children. However, parents must understand that child support payments may involve certain fees. Those who owe child support or expect to make payments in the...
Does New Jersey have a no-fault divorce option?
For all divorcing couples, the process is a unique journey. That journey starts with the initial filings, including selecting grounds, or reason, for the divorce. This strikes many people as a very personal subject, and so many would rather not list the reason for...
How does New Jersey calculate child support?
New Jersey courts use a range of factors to calculate child support. The state aims to ensure that both parents contribute financial to their children's well-being. Understanding the elements that affect child support calculations can assist with post-divorce...
Managing home equity in a New Jersey divorce
Divorce proceedings in New Jersey often involve the division of marital assets, including the home and its equity. Home equity represents the difference between the home's market value and any outstanding mortgage balances. Couples going through a divorce have several...
What will a family court order address during a divorce?
A family court may issue orders for a variety of domestic relations and family law related issues during a divorce. If the court has issued an order and you need help to enforce it, there is a process to do that. Family court orders The court order may address child...