There are a variety of reasons why New Jersey residents get divorced. In many cases, divorces occur because of issues such as fights over money or because one partner shows a lack of respect for the other. Older couples often divorce because they have grown apart...
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The effects of divorce on charitable giving
Divorce in New Jersey is a life-altering event that affects individuals and families in many ways, including their charitable giving habits. Charitable giving involves donating to a charity or nonprofit organization as an act of goodwill. So, how does divorce affect...
Could divorcing benefit your children?
Many married couples remain in unhappy marriages because they worry about the psychological toll divorce could take on their New Jersey children. Seeking a divorce is not a step that should be taken lightly, but there are situations where remaining together for the...
Equitable distribution in property division
New Jersey is one of several states that uses equitable distribution to divide assets in a divorce proceeding. This law requires that the marital property is distributed fairly, rather than equally. The assets are not considered community property to be split evenly....
The role parents’ finances play on custody decisions
Many factors are considered by the courts in New Jersey during a child custody case. While each parent’s financial status is one of the factors, several others play important roles in the final decision. Finances, however, can play a role in how each parent approaches...
Financial infidelity in gray divorces
New Jersey and other states are seeing a growing trend in the divorce rate among older couples. These “gray divorces,” as they are known, often come with unique challenges, including financial issues such as "financial infidelity." Gray divorces Gray divorces are...
A short guide on alimony payments
Alimony is a term that describes payments that one spouse or partner makes to the other during or after a divorce or separation. Alimony payments are a way for New Jersey divorcees to help support the spouse who is in a financially disadvantaged position, either...
Parental abduction during and after divorce
The emotional turmoil associated with a New Jersey divorce often leads people to do things they would never do under normal circumstances. One such example of these unthinkable acts is parental abduction, which happens more than many people realize. What is parental...
Meeting your child’s wants and needs while co-parenting
Sharing expenses outside of child support can be stressful for New Jersey parents. Parents in different scenarios discover that there is no perfect solution, but it is vital to communicate openly and honestly. Furthermore, parents should also devise a plan or use an...
A gray divorce in New Jersey can affect older children
If you are a resident of New Jersey and contemplating divorce, you may have concerns about how the decision will affect your adult children. Although "gray divorce" refers to couples over 50 ending their marriage, it does not mean their children are immune to the...