When police respond to a domestic dispute, their first goal is to protect everyone’s safety. But when both people accuse each other of violence or threats, officers must figure out who started the conflict. This decision...
When parents separate, custody decisions focus on what serves the child’s best interests. A history of substance use can raise concerns for judges about a parent’s ability to provide a stable, safe home. While past issues...
Divorces in New Jersey feel harder when a business sits in the middle of the case. When one spouse owns a business, it can create stress during a divorce because both sides worry about how the court will divide it. It does...
Minor children depend on their parents to pay for everything from their housing and medical to their food and clothing. Raising a child into adulthood is a costly endeavor. When parents do not live together, then one of the...
Managing the financial requirements of divorce may be difficult, especially when children are involved. Determining a child support amount requires careful consideration of many factors under New Jersey law. What are the...
When dividing marital property from a high-asset divorce, you can hit a few snags. While some assets may be harder to divide than others, it is still possible to get your share of the value of the assets. Let’s examine one...
Divorce can bring a sense of relief after an abusive relationship, but sometimes the abuse doesn’t stop when the marriage ends. Post-divorce harassment, threats, or stalking can make it hard to move forward. That’s where...
Parenting time schedules and plans are critical when parents aren’t together any longer. If the child is an infant, this can be rather complex. Each aspect of the plan must take the child’s needs into account. Unlike older...
Divorce can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to dividing property. In New Jersey, courts make a clear distinction between marital property and separate property. Understanding this difference helps you protect...
Life can feel like a breath of fresh air after leaving a demanding job. You finally have a more predictable schedule and the chance to create routines that were once out of reach. If you’re co-parenting, you may be...
Staying connected with a child is not always easy when parents live far apart. Virtual visitation, also known as electronic parenting time, has become a growing option for families who want to maintain strong bonds despite...
Family dynamics tend to change when parents share custody of their children. In some cases, children may bond with a parent who previously spent minimal time with them. Other times, they may grow to resent one of their...
Losing a job can turn life upside down—especially when court-ordered alimony payments are part of monthly expenses. In New Jersey, the law allows changes when financial circumstances shift, but you must take action to stop...
Online activity has become part of daily life, but during a divorce, it can have unexpected consequences. What you post, share or even like on social media may be used in court or during negotiations. Being mindful of your...
Dividing assets during a divorce can be tricky when the estate includes hedge fund investments. These types of holdings are not as straightforward as bank accounts or real estate. In New Jersey, understanding how hedge...