Few things are more challenging for a child than having their parents divorce. While most children learn to deal with the new situation, it can be a tough few months or even years while they work towards that. One thing that parents can do to help them adjust is to be...
Alimony is typically meant to be temporary and is traditionally used to give a divorcing spouse who has been out of the workforce a chance to get the education, skills and experience they need to become self-supporting after divorce. However, some spouses, because of...
Co-parenting is a parenting arrangement wherein both parents actively participate in raising their children after separation or divorce. It involves shared responsibilities, decision-making and communication to ensure the well-being and upbringing of the children. One...
At one time, if you divorced in New Jersey after a lengthy marriage, you might expect to pay (or receive) permanent alimony – but that has changed. In 2014, the law changed the wording of this kind of spousal support from “permanent alimony” to “open durational...
Gray divorce refers to the phenomenon of divorces occurring among older couples, typically aged 50 and above, who have been together for many years. Over the past few decades, there has been a noticeable increase in the gray divorce rate, challenging the conventional...
People often worry about the financial consequences of divorce. They have heard stories of those who have lost a significant portion of their personal resources during divorce. Especially if someone is close to retirement age, it is natural to focus on the potential...
It is very important to carefully think about the conversation you have with your children regarding an upcoming divorce. They may view it much differently than you do, and they may have questions you would never think of. It’s good to give them a chance to talk so...
Does this scenario sound familiar? Divorce is looming or underway, and you must figure out how to make ends meet on a single income while dealing with financial anxiety. You are not alone, as many divorcing spouses struggle with the same issue. Spousal support could...
Pets often feel like part of the family. There’s been an interesting evolution regarding dogs, for instance. Domestication used to be mainly focused on getting dogs to assist humans, such as working on a farm. But today, most people who have pets just view them as...
If you and your soon-to-be ex are sharing custody of your child, you’ll likely discover that transitioning them between homes can be one of the most difficult parts of co-parenting. These transitions aren’t just difficult for kids. They can be tough on parents. In...
