Finances are an integral part of a New Jersey divorce. Because there is a significant disparity in income in assets in many marriages, people will want to know how the divorce will impact them with paying and receiving alimony. One factor in alimony is the duration of...
Most people start a new year with new, positive goals. For some people in New Jersey, that means getting divorced. Perhaps to some readers, divorce may not sound like a positive goal. But, if you're getting out of an unhappy relationship and trying to start a new...
Divorce is a challenging process. When there are children in the middle, it can become even more complex. Parental alienation occurs when one parent tries to manipulate a child's perception of the other. It is also a serious concern that can have lasting effects on...
All marriages have their rough patches. But if yours seems prolonged or more severe than normal or expected, then you might be wondering if your marriage is coming to an end. Ultimately, that’s a decision that only you can make. However, there are several...
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...
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...
There are several steps to complete if you and your spouse want to divorce in New Jersey. First, you must determine whether you are eligible to file. Divorce process Before you can file, you or your spouse must meet residency requirements. This means one or both of...
Sometimes people stay in bad marriages because they do not want to go through a long and expensive divorce process. While it is true that some divorces can cost both spouses a lot of money and take months or even years to finalize, that does not always have to be the...
Uncertainties abound in any divorce. While no one can fully prepare for how circumstances play out, diligent documentation can prevent the process from being a paperwork nightmare. Since divorce is a legal undertaking, accomplishing specific forms and gathering...
The divorce process can be a challenging journey, and for couples in New Jersey, the road has become even more daunting due to the judicial shortage crisis. As reported by the New Jersey courts backlog tracker, around 4,000 divorce cases are currently in limbo,...