A major issue during a New Jersey divorce concerns retirement benefits. You look forward to these benefits as a way to sustain yourself after you retire. It's only natural that you want to retain them rather than lose them in a divorce. Here is a look at how these...
family law
Should you share passwords after a divorce?
Nearly 8 in 10 people in New Jersey and across the USA have shared passwords. If you are in a relationship, it is very acceptable to share passwords across a multitude of platforms. These include social media, Netflix accounts, email, phones and mobile wallets. But is...
Should you sell the marital home after a divorce?
Divorcing couples in New Jersey have to consider what to do with the marital home after their split. If neither spouse wants to keep it, selling might be the best option. When should you sell your home? If you and your spouse decide to sell the marital home after your...
Negotiating a physician practice before a divorce
Getting divorced in Hamilton, New Jersey, is often difficult. If you are a physician, you have even more to worry about. You need to make sure that your practice isn't one of the assets that you lose. Here are some tips on how to avoid this calamity. What is the value...
The principle of equitable distribution
New Jersey couples who have decided to dissolve their marriage will need to negotiate a divorce settlement and divide their assets and debts. If they cannot reach an agreement, they can have the court decide for them. In court, the couple’s assets and debts will be...
Modifying a child support order
Some New Jersey parents who pay or receive child support might find themselves wondering if the support order can be modified once it has been issued. They can, but there are strict reasons that will justify a chance and there are also state conditions that will...
How should you behave on social media during a divorce?
Divorce is stressful for any New Jersey couple who believed their marriage would last. It’s important to know how to behave on social media during this time. Change your passwords While going through a divorce, it’s wise to change the passwords on your social media...
Dealing with a narcissist during divorce
Getting a divorce in New Jersey doesn't need to be a nightmare; there are plenty of methods you can use to make the process as quick and painless as possible. However, there is always the chance of a high-conflict divorce, especially if your spouse is a narcissist....
What is alimony?
New Jersey couples going through a divorce may have heard of alimony before and have questions about how it will impact them. Alimony includes court-ordered payments from one former spouse to the other after the divorce is finalized. There are many reasons that the...
How do divorce courts deal with pet custody?
One challenging hurdle in New Jersey divorce negotiations can be the issue of pet custody. According to the letter of the law, our furry family members are considered property. Fortunately, however, courts are starting to take a more humane approach to these...


