In a New Jersey divorce, asset division is one of the most frequent sources of disagreement. This is particularly true if one person has a valuable business. A medical practice certainly qualifies. Physicians should be vigilant about the risk to their practice as the...
Divorce
What is the difference between separation and divorce?
Marriage is a milestone relationship in anyone's life, with tremendous emotional and lifestyle implications. But it's also a legal arrangement, with significant ramifications according to both federal and New Jersey law. From taxes to child custody rights to the...
Navigating social media during New Jersey divorces
New Jersey residents going through a divorce don’t need a reminder of how stressful it can be. Sometimes a divorce can become even more stressful through our own actions, such as what we post on social media. You might be tempted to share the details of your divorce...
Financial planning as you prepare for divorce
Once you decide to end your New Jersey marriage, you will need to start planning for the process. A major area you will need to address will be finances, as you will need to figure out how to pay for your divorce, divide your assets and debts and plan for the future....
How to choose the best method of ending your marriage
New Jersey law generally allows you to end your marriage for a variety of reasons including infidelity, emotional abuse or simple boredom. There are multiple legal options such as mediation, litigation or private talks with your spouse. It's possible that you'll use a...
Is it time for you to prepare for a divorce?
New Jersey law allows you to end your marriage for any reason. However, this doesn't mean that filing for divorce is necessarily the best way to resolve issues in your relationship. Let's look at some of the key factors that may help you determine whether it's...
Fault and no-fault divorces in New Jersey
New Jersey, like all other states, allows married couples to file no-fault divorces, but it is not a pure no-fault state. That means a spouse can choose to file a fault divorce if they wish. Few spouses choose to do this as it makes the process longer and more...
Be careful about what you say to your children during a divorce
Divorce between New Jersey parents is especially difficult for their children. If you are in the midst of ending your marriage, there are certain things you should avoid saying and doing to your kids. Any kind of lies Although it might be tempting to lie to your kids...
How will divorce affect my business?
Aside from children, one of the most complicated aspects of divorce in New Jersey is how the split will affect your business. Even if your spouse doesn't contest your divorce, you may have unexpected financial implications when you divide your property in the...
Navigating life as a divorced mom
Going through a divorce in New Jersey can be overwhelming and difficult, especially for moms. From the financial challenges to co-parenting and never-ending guilt feelings, it's hard to catch your breath sometimes. Many women have successfully navigated their divorces...