When parents in New Jersey establish shared custody arrangements, they may agree on the terms of their circumstances. Many parents try to work out an amicable custody arrangement during a New Jersey divorce. Other times, parents must go to court because they cannot...
Child custody proceedings can be emotionally charged and complex, leaving parents feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. One of the most daunting aspects of this process is facing a barrage of questions from the family law judge. While these inquiries may seem...
There is a significant backlog of civil cases in New Jersey. Someone who has been involved with the industry for nearly 40 years claimed that she had never seen a worse backlog in her life. The impact this is having on divorce cases cannot be overstated. In some...
Most spouses enter their marriage with a genuine belief that they’ve committed to their life partner. Unfortunately, many marriages just don't work out this way. Divorce may be the best thing for you and your family, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Divorce can take...
Financial stress is one of the main reasons for divorce. It can simply disrupt the couple’s lifestyle and their happiness in their relationship. For instance, if one person can’t maintain a job and so they can’t make ends meet, the other person may finally decide to...
In New Jersey, the court’s primary focus when determining custody and other parenting rights is to make decisions that are in the best interests of the child. Several factors come into play, and it helps to understand how things work if you are in such a situation....
Divorce means the formal end of a marriage and also major changes to the family unit. For many divorcing couples in New Jersey, a drastic change in living arrangements is usually the first major step in a divorce. Those who have decided to end marriage may find it...
Divorce is a significant life event, and when you’re a parent, it adds a layer of complexity that requires careful consideration. After the dust settles and you’ve found a new romantic partner, introducing them to your children is the next big step. This delicate...
Surviving on a single income in the 21st century is extremely challenging, and perhaps even impossible for some people. One way to shore up your financial situation is to ask for (and obtain) alimony during your divorce. In the past, alimony was often considered a...
Divorce can be an emotional time for children. It’s often unexpected and many children don’t know how to take the news. As a parent, you may wish to prepare your children during this difficult time, but you need to navigate the situation very carefully. Here are a few...
