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  • Home
  • About Me
    • Melinda L. Singer
  • Practice Areas
    • Family Law
      • Bed And Board
      • Legal Separation / Tolling Agreement
      • Same – Sex Relationships
    • Divorce
      • Thinking About Divorce?
      • FAQ
      • Alimony And Cohabitation
      • Division Of Assets And Property
      • Divorces Involving Family Businesses
      • Gray/Retirement Divorce
      • Military Divorce
    • Alternative Dispute Resolution
    • Child support, custody & parenting time
      • Child Support
      • Coparenting Issues
      • Fathers’ Rights
    • Sexual Assault Domestic Violence
      • Domestic Violence
      • Carfagno Hearing
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Remarrying after division of assets in a previous marriage?

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esq. | Jul 1, 2019 | Division of Assets and Property

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...

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Where to start when filing for divorce

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esq. | Jun 18, 2019 | Divorce

Most people in New Jersey get married with the intention of being together forever. Sadly, that is not always the case, and having to deal with an unanticipated divorce can be a daunting prospect. Where does one start, and what are the necessary steps? One thing to...

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Who gets the house after a divorce?

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esq. | Jun 7, 2019 |

You’ve built a life with your family and it has revolved around a house. Now you’re going through a divorce and you’re trying to figure out who will remain in the home. First, Ohio is a no-fault state, so the reason for the divorce has no bearing on...

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LGBTQ couples still face unique divorce issues

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esq. | Jun 4, 2019 | Divorce

Although divorces of LGBT couples in New Jersey are mostly treated in the same way as those of heterosexual couples, there are some unique challenges. Even with changes to the language of divorce laws, some couples were together for decades before they were allowed to...

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Is a small business part of the assets in your divorce?

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esq. | May 22, 2019 | Division of Assets and Property

Going through a divorce is challenging on many levels, and it is certainly not for the faint-hearted. When it comes to the division of assets, the process can become significantly more complicated if a small business forms part of the assets in a New Jersey divorce....

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Property division: Did you overlook these assets?

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esq. | May 8, 2019 | Division of Assets and Property

Going through a divorce is one of the most emotional and difficult things anyone can face. When it comes to the division of assets, many New Jersey couples focus on the obvious and overlook the less obvious. An example is couples who did a lot of traveling. They might...

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Possible questions at a child custody hearing in New Jersey

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esq. | Apr 22, 2019 | Child Custody

Family courts in New Jersey favor arrangements in which children will continue to benefit from loving relationships with both parents after a divorce. However, the judge will likely have several concerns to ensure the final child custody order protect the best...

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Property division when unmarried couples split

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esq. | Apr 8, 2019 | Division of Assets and Property

It is not unusual for New Jersey couples to live together for some time. Some choose to marry later, but others might continue to cohabitate. Like married couples, they accumulate assets during this time, and they might even have children together. However, what...

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Divorce is final — work to make the best of it

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esq. | Mar 25, 2019 | Divorce

Anyone in New Jersey who experiences marital problems might consider ending the marriage. However, divorce is final, and it might be wise to avoid rushing into such a drastic step. Sometimes, a marriage can be saved by dealing with underlying issues that could repair...

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Dealing with yours, mine and ours in same-sex divorce

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esq. | Mar 11, 2019 | Divorce

Since the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act in 2015, same-sex marriages are constitutionally protected nationwide, including New Jersey. Just like many heterosexual marriages, many married partners of the same sex will end up seeking a...

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