When you file for divorce, one of the main factors you have to work through in the courts is your finances, and what happens to the money and assets you share with your spouse in New Jersey. This also includes any debt that you've acquired during the marriage. In most...
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What do NJ courts examine when awarding alimony?
Spousal support might be an essential consideration for someone filing for divorce in New Jersey. Once the marriage dissolves, a spouse may find themselves having to deal with unexpected expenses. A single income might not be enough to cover various costs, so...
The importance of co-parenting plans
When New Jersey couples go through a divorce or separation, one of the main factors to work out and settle is which parent gets child custody. Child custody between two parents requires creating a co-parenting plan to determine the details of raising the child...
Preparing for divorce: A quick checklist
Any type of legal proceeding in New Jersey requires rigorous preparation. The need for diligent prep is rarely more necessary than in a divorce case. With that in mind, there are a number of matters to be addressed in anticipation of a divorce. These primary points...
What is a divorce coach?
Filing for divorce in New Jersey can be one of the most stressful things you'll ever do in your lifetime. At times, you wish you could turn to someone for help. You're not looking for a lecture or legal advice--you just need someone to guide and support you throughout...
Understanding probate requirements in New Jersey
You may have been warned to avoid probate, but you might not fully understand what it is. Probate is a legal process used to handle the payment of debts and transfer of assets after a person has died. The process is supervised by the county Surrogate Court. When...
What happens when you can’t pay child support?
As a parent, you likely want to make sure that your child has access to the supplies and care that they need. Child support can help take care of your kids, but that doesn’t mean it is always possible to make those payments. There are several reasons why your...
New baby? New estate plan!
The arrival of a new child—especially the firstborn—creates much anticipation and excitement within a family. Suddenly a couple becomes three or more, and with that comes new hopes and expectations for the future. With a new edition comes more planning: Picking a...
Estate planning: It’s more than a one-time endeavor
You may think you don’t need one—after all you’re young and have very few assets: A car that’s paid for, sure, and about $7000 in a 401K. It’s hardly worth worrying about. Or perhaps, even though you are a single parent, you have no money to leave your child...
