It’s hard enough that you are going through a separation, but if your ex-spouse decides to use emotional strain, it can become even harder to move on. Post-separation abuse often shows up as manipulation, harassment,...
Winter breaks and vacations often change parenting schedules. If you're wondering how these changes affect child support, you're not alone. Support orders usually follow a set formula, but things can shift during holiday...
Many people know about the technique called “gray rocking” when dealing with narcissists and other angry exes. That’s when the person’s responses are so muted and neutral that the argumentative ex-spouse eventually gets...
Child support in New Jersey covers a child's basic needs, such as food, clothing, shelter, and education. However, medical expenses may also factor into the child support arrangement. Parents should understand how these...
Your home holds so many memories. The living room, where your child took their first step, jokes told while leaning on the kitchen counter and bedtime stories read while cuddling. When couples divorce, it’s natural to want...
Filing for divorce leads to significant financial adjustments. You may encounter new expenses, reduced income, and the responsibility of dividing shared property and debts. Understanding these impacts helps you make...
Raising children when you’re not in a romantic relationship can be a challenging undertaking. This is a situation that requires both parents to take steps to make things as stress-free as possible. One of the most important...
There can be a major imbalance if you are divorcing someone who controls all the finances in your relationship. When one spouse handles all the bank accounts, investments and bills, the other may feel powerless. However,...
Your spouse tells you that they would like to end your marriage and serves you with the divorce papers. Then they tell you that they do not think the two of you are going to be able to live together during the divorce, so...
Dividing retirement accounts during divorce requires more than a simple court order. If you're dealing with a 401(k), pension, or other employer-sponsored plan, you’ll likely need a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO)...
As you navigate your divorce, securing custody of your children is likely your top priority. The courts focus on your children's best interests rather than your preferences or desires. Understanding how courts make...
Property division in a New Jersey divorce follows the rule of equitable distribution. This means the court divides marital property fairly according to the spouse's circumstances. If you experienced domestic violence, you...
When most people hear the word “alimony,” they may still picture a man paying his ex-wife a monthly support check after divorce. But modern laws—and modern relationships—have evolved. In the Garden State, alimony is...
Parents in New Jersey must follow clear rules when calculating child support. The court looks at both parents’ income and considers what is fair for the child. Some types of income, like regular paychecks, are easy to...
Talking to your spouse about a divorce can be difficult. You may know that this is a major change and, even if they’ve been expecting it, it can be a hard conversation. That said, there are some steps you can take to make...