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New Jersey recently made changes to the state alimony laws, and these changes will have far-reaching implications on your financial future. In general, the new alimony law will make it much harder for the recipient of spousal support to count on maintaining their marital lifestyle...
Going through a divorce impacts all areas of your life, including your finances. It'll be more important than ever for you to make sure your finances are in order so that you can start building a strong foundation for post-divorce financial stability. The following tips will...
The Appellate Division of the New Jersey family court recently ruled on a case regarding the dissolution of a same-sex civil union. The ruling will have a significant impact on these cases, since it's paved the way for same-sex civil unions to be dissolved on...
While you would hope that your spouse will be open and honest about all assets during a divorce proceeding, this isn't always the case. In many instances, one spouse will try to hide assets from the other in order to avoid having them included as...
While it would be nice if all issues in a hotly contested divorce were truly put to rest when the divorce decree is finalized, this isn't necessarily the case. If you have young children, you'll need to interact with your ex-spouse on a regular basis...
In recent years, divorce mediation has become an increasingly popular alternative to contentious divorce litigation. There is good reason for this. For couples who agree on all the important issues and have a desire to resolve their divorce amicably, mediation offers a very cost effective...
In 2013, the U.S. Supreme Court dramatically changed the landscape for same-sex marriages by declaring part of the Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutional. However, the impact of that case will likely pale in comparison to the one being heard by the Supreme Court in the...
Very few actions constitute a greater violation of trust than finding out your spouse has cheated on you. It's common to feel a sense of anger, sadness, and betrayal over your spouse's infidelity, and in many instances the only recourse of action you feel you...
Going through a divorce can be one of the most difficult and stressful experiences of your life. In many instances, you will be forced to come to terms with your spouse on hotly contested issues, and adjusting to divorced life can be challenging, especially if...
When it comes to a divorce, most people tend to focus on the biggest issues. These typically concern: Finances Child custody Child support Alimony Who will have the right to retain the marital home The topic of changing your name after a divorce is sometimes an afterthought that arises either immediately...
If you would like to change your child's hair color, it's best to run the idea by your ex-spouse and get his or her approval. If, however, you do not want to consult with your ex on the matter, you may be allowed to make...
When a divorcing couple has young children, the topic of preschool is sure to arise. Most parents want their children to attend preschool prior to entering kindergarten. The decision on where to send the children, however, is not always as easy as you might initially...
Staying safe this holiday season might be easier said than done. The holiday season can be quite dangerous due to a combination of holiday decorating accidents, home fires, elevated incidences of drunk driving, and other hazards that are inherent at this time of year. Your...
If you live in the West New York area and are in the process of getting divorced or are thinking about a divorce, it's important that you understand current New Jersey alimony laws. Several changes were recently made, and many legal professionals are describing the...
When calculating child support, most parents in the middle of a divorce only think about present-day circumstances. In other words, parents often neglect to discuss what child support obligations will be when the children leave for college. Unfortunately, when decisions are not made at the time...
