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...
We live in a modern world with more women from all walks of life longing for gender equality. As contemporary and informed American citizens, we support this point of view and have a strong belief in promoting gender equality. Some people believe women receiving...
Alimony often doesn't last for long. Most of the kinds of alimony available in a New Jersey divorce are temporary. Rehabilitative alimony may only last long enough for someone to get back in to the workforce, while restitution alimony will only last as long as it...
It can be difficult to plan for your future after a divorce when you have no way of knowing how the divorce itself will end. If you decided to focus on the family instead of on developing your career, you may be at a financial disadvantage when it comes to living...
Alimony is a common concern during many divorces. Divorcing couples may have questions related to who will receive alimony, who will be required to pay alimony and how much will the alimony award be based on. As a result, it is helpful for divorcing couples to...
When a couple in New Jersey decide to divorce, one spouse may be ordered to pay alimony -- also known as spousal support or maintenance -- to their ex. It is important to note that not every award of alimony is permanent. In fact, New Jersey recognizes four types of...
Couples in New Jersey who have finally come to the decision that they will end their marriage understandably may feel overwhelmed by the emotional toll of the choice they have made. However, if they believe that one of the spouses might be deserving of spousal...
New Jersey residents going through divorce are all too familiar with the frustration that can often accompany procedures, especially when it comes to the fine print. Navigating alimony post-divorce alone can present obstacles for some ex-spouses, depending on the...
If you are one of the many spouses in New Jersey who is considering whether or not to stay in your marriage or to pursue a divorce, you will want to know about how changes in the tax code might impact you differently this year than next year. Updates to tax laws,...
When you get a divorce in New Jersey, you may think that the amount of alimony you receive cannot be changed once it is determined by a court. However, there are several ways that your alimony might be altered. Your circumstances can often affect your alimony....
