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...
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....
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...
Navigating the complexities of a relationship requires attention to various dynamics. For example, you should know the potential signs of domestic abuse. Understanding the red flags for abusive behavior allows you to...
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...
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...
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,...
For decades now we have been hearing about how a divorce can have a negative impact on children. While divorce may genuinely be the best decision for you and your spouse, the effect on your children may be different. Even...
New Jersey is an equitable distribution state that divides a divorcing couple’s marital assets and liabilities based on what they deem fair, which does not necessarily mean a 50/50 split. Thus, courts require soon-to-be...
Divorce puts your child in a tough situation. Not only do they have to go through the pain of the separation, but they will likely worry about how their relationship with you and the other parent will turn out after the...
When parents divorce, there are often two big concerns: child support and child custody. However, one way that some parents believe that they can avoid both issues is evenly splitting custody. The idea is that if they split...
Spousal abuse is a form of domestic violence when a person experiences abuse from their own spouse. Regardless of whether it was the first time your spouse hit you, it is still spousal abuse. New Jersey domestic violence...
The legal landscape in divorces is constantly changing, especially in high-asset divorces. One of the new hot topics is crypto assets and how they are handled in New Jersey. These include digital assets like Bitcoin,...
The birth of a child comes with much excitement and joy, but it can also come with fear and uncertainty. You want to watch your child grow and give them a bright future, which you and your spouse can provide unless...
Domestic violence is a problem that permeates all levels of society. This is why there are local resources available to help domestic violence victims start their new life. Getting help in New Jersey Emergency, immediate...