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  • 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
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      • Child Support
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5 mistakes to avoid during your divorce proceedings

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esquire | Apr 29, 2024 | Divorce

Going through a divorce can be an emotional rollercoaster. You may experience a wide range of emotions in a short period, from sadness and anger to fear, confusion and even sporadic moments of relief. It can all be so overwhelming, making you prone to mistakes or...

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Tips to ease transition days for children

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esquire | Apr 13, 2024 | Child Custody

One of the most challenging things for children who have divorced parents is learning to live between two homes. This can entail having to learn two sets of house rules and remembering what’s expected at both. For some children, the day when they switch parents, which...

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3 things couples fight about that can lead to divorce

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esquire | Apr 2, 2024 | Divorce

Every couple argues; it’s a normal part of any relationship. However, some arguments can chip away at the foundation of a relationship, leaving cracks that can widen over time. If these disagreements aren’t addressed constructively, they can eventually lead to...

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Encouraging your child’s relationship with their other parent

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esquire | Mar 29, 2024 | Child Custody

Parents who go through a divorce have to think about how this significant life change will affect their children. One thing that can suffer greatly is the child’s relationship with each parent. Thankfully, if you are getting divorced, both you and your ex can take...

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Non-financial contributions to a marriage “count” during divorce

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esquire | Mar 16, 2024 | Division of Assets and Property

Courts in New Jersey aim to achieve a fair and equitable distribution of assets that spouses have acquired as a couple (marital assets) during a litigated divorce matter. Reaching an equitable order involves taking into account various factors that, such as each...

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Why does divorce happen after becoming empty nesters?

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esquire | Feb 28, 2024 | Divorce

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...

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Signs a marriage may be nearing the end

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esquire | Feb 17, 2024 | Divorce

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....

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How long does alimony last in New Jersey?

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esquire | Feb 1, 2024 | Alimony

Alimony payments are made after a couple divorces, often when there is a large discrepancy in income. Alimony is sometimes also referred to as spousal support. For instance, maybe one person is a high earner, bringing in more than $1 million a year. The other person...

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3 ways that adultery could influence a New Jersey divorce

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esquire | Jan 31, 2024 | 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...

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Having a child won’t prevent a divorce

On Behalf of Melinda L. Singer, Esquire | Jan 18, 2024 | 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...

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