Dividing retirement assets in a New Jersey divorce is a bit more complicated than some expect. Even if you and your spouse want equal shares, some types of retirement assets have taxes and penalties involved. You can sometimes avoid penalties by choosing a different...
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Does alternating weeks make sense for your co-parenting plan?
One of the biggest hurdles divorcing couples in New Jersey face is creating a custody schedule that works for anyone. Every family is different, and parents' and kids' schedules and needs must be taken into account when deciding on child custody arrangements. Finding...
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...
Divorce myths debunked
Divorcing couples in New Jersey and across the United States face many challenges. The division of assets, sorting out child support payments, and other matters can be difficult. Many people facing this situation also feel the constant pressure to learn from their...
Saving the marriage or seeking divorce when kids are involved
New Jersey parents who find themselves in a struggling marriage might question whether they should remain together or end the relationship and seek a divorce. While this is always a difficult question, it can become even more complex when there are children involved....
401(k) accounts: how to protect them during divorce
One of the concerns people have in New Jersey regarding divorce is how their 401(k) will be affected during the process. Many fear that their funds are going to be severely diluted to the point where they may not be able to retire properly. Therefore, it is important...
The myth of getting through the holidays
The holidays are a festive time with family and a time when many reflect on the past and consider the future. That combination seems to be the perfect storm when it comes to filing for divorce, as the first Monday after Christmas is one of the busiest days of the...