In some cases, couples turn to divorce as soon as they become empty-nesters. The last child goes to college and one of them files divorce paperwork. This can often be rather shocking to children, and it may also come as a shock to the other spouse. They may have been...
Signs a marriage may be nearing the end
Marriages are often challenging, so sometimes, the signs that a relationship is nearing its end aren’t immediately apparent. Subtle shifts can gradually erode the foundation of a marriage instead of serving as the kinds of challenges that can strengthen it....
3 ways that adultery could influence a New Jersey divorce
Adultery occurs when a married individual has an extramarital affair. Cheating can have dire implications for the state of a relationship. Many spouses simply cannot trust their partners anymore after they discover an affair. Anger about the betrayal, fear about...
Having a child won’t prevent a divorce
There are some couples who feel that their relationship is getting worse and may be headed toward divorce. Their marital satisfaction has declined. They’re looking for a way to save the marriage and prevent a divorce. In some cases, these couples decide that they just...
Should I fight for the marital home during the divorce?
When you met your fiancé and decided to marry, you hoped you’d be together for the long-term. You became one in the eye of the law. Besides having kids, you also acquired assets together. One such investment is the home. But now, you are getting divorced. Should you...
How to communicate with your spouse during divorce
Every divorce is different. While in some cases it's vital to communicate through attorneys, some divorcing spouses talk, especially those in cases that didn't stem from domestic violence or other traumatic events. If you and your spouse are comfortable with...
Can you mend an unhappy marriage?
In the beginning, marriages usually go through something referred to as the “honeymoon period”. Throughout this stage, couples are usually intensely happy and free of major stress. Nonetheless, all marriages involve challenges and obstacles that have to be overcome. ...
How the N.J. court system backlog is affecting divorces
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...
How to reduce tension during your divorce
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...
Different views on money could lead to divorce
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...