Has the tension at home grown so heavy that one of you is ready to pack a bag? Leaving can seem like the obvious next step, but where you live during a divorce can shape your finances and your time with your children for months. Before you move, it helps to understand...
Restricted stock units can be harder to divide in a New Jersey divorce than a bank account or retirement fund. Because RSUs often vest over time, part of the award may relate to the marriage and part may not. Why do courts look beyond the vesting date? New Jersey...
Helping a spouse earn a medical degree, law degree, MBA or another degree often feels like an investment in the future together. Many couples make financial sacrifices with an expectation that both spouses will enjoy a higher standard of living after graduation. When...
If you own a business and are considering divorce, you may worry about whether you will have to sell it. In many cases, the answer is no. However, the business may still play an important role in the division of marital property. Before a court can determine how to...
If you are considering divorce, you may have questions about what will happen to property you have spent years acquiring. While many people focus on homes, retirement accounts and investment portfolios, personal collections can also represent a substantial share of a...
In a divorce, spousal support remains one of the most misunderstood aspects of family law. Unraveling the misconceptions about alimony is important for couples trying to navigate the already complex process. Understanding how alimony actually works would help to make...
When you go through a divorce as a licensed professional in New Jersey, your business may often be your largest asset. Standard companies are different. Professional practices hold value in your reputation, unique skills and regular client bases. Because of this,...
A divorce is already stressful, and the process can become even more difficult when one spouse avoids communication and delays the process in an attempt to gain leverage. In reality, it makes things even more expensive and often increases conflict and legal...
In many families, one person carries a lot of responsibility. You balance a demanding job while also helping run the home and care for children. If your marriage is ending, it is important to protect your future—and your career. This matters even more if you hold a...
Divorce raises serious financial questions, especially when substantial assets are at stake. If you received an inheritance, you may ask whether you must divide it. New Jersey law offers direction, but your handling of the asset affects the outcome. How New Jersey...
