One of the most challenging aspects of a divorce, for many couples, is resolving their financial ties. That generally means splitting up any assets and debts that are part of the marital estate. Divorce can become particularly complicated if spouses have unequal...
Those with pets they love often refer to their animals as their “fur babies.” Even those with human children develop intense attachments to the animals in their family. Those bonds could be at risk during a divorce. You probably already know that the New Jersey courts...
If you’re getting divorced, you know that you and your spouse have to divide your assets. Technically, you’re both supposed to disclose all of those assets to the court. However, some people try to hide assets so that they can keep them from their ex. Is this...
Many New Jersey residents who are either thinking about a divorce, getting ready to start a divorce or are in the middle of a divorce case usually have many more questions than answers. Such a life-altering event as divorce demands many answers, but the primary...
Many New Jersey couples live together without getting married. Some want to wait until they have both established their respective careers before tying the knot, while others decide to marry when they start a family, and some never get married. Just like marriages,...
Going through a divorce is never easy, and some of the most challenging divorce-related procedures involve children and assets. When there are significant debts that form part of the property division process, it becomes even more challenging. New Jersey is a...
Many marriages in New Jersey are between people who may have already been married before, and they enter into new unions with significant assets already accumulated. If the spouses do not sign prenuptial agreements, the division of assets and property in the...
Common law marriages are not legal in New Jersey, although many couples in long-term relationships choose not to get married. These relationships can work well, but if unmarried couples split after years of acquiring assets and having children together, the division...
There is an expression that says criminal court brings out the best in bad people, and divorce court brings out the worst in good people. Divorces are typically challenging and traumatizing, but prenups can ease the process. Although many people in New Jersey might...
Anyone in New Jersey who is considering a second or subsequent wedding after a divorce will likely have many concerns. Most people expect the best from a subsequent marriage, but plan appropriately for the possibility of another divorce. It is crucial to avoid...
