There are several challenges to getting a divorce in New Jersey. If you need to sell a marital home in connection with the divorce, you can take steps to minimize the capital gains tax. This is an issue if you stand to gain more than $250,000 from the sale of your...
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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....
4 things moms should know about child support
New Jersey mothers who go through a divorce often find themselves facing many financial questions. In addition to adjusting to life on a single income, the concept of child support often makes an already difficult divorce more contentious. There are a few things that...
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...
Factors to consider when deciding on a divorce attorney
Choosing the right attorney is critical in a New Jersey divorce. Before you choose a lawyer, certain factors must be considered. It is important to remember that just like every divorce case is different, divorce lawyers have different experience levels, and not all...
Protecting yourself from an abusive spouse in divorce
Many New Jersey divorces can be difficult, but anyone who tries to end a marriage with an irrational spouse who lacks empathy has additional concerns. The initial steps are often fraught with danger, as the abuser can become unhinged when they believe they are losing...
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...