Experiencing a marital tort can be an incredibly challenging and emotional ordeal. Whether you are enduring spousal abuse, invasion of privacy, or any other wrongful act by your spouse, it is essential to know that you have legal rights. In New Jersey, the law...
Year: 2024
How can I find hidden assets during my divorce?
New Jersey law requires full disclosure of all marital assets during a divorce. This ensures a fair division of property. However, some spouses may try to hide assets to reduce the size of the marital estate, leading to an unfair settlement. Both parties must be...
Differences between collaborative divorce and divorce mediation
Divorce is never an easy journey, but choosing the right path can help you ease the process. To achieve this, you can try alternative methods to litigation like collaborative divorce and divorce mediation. Both processes can be more cost effective and less time...
What are vital financial considerations during a gray divorce?
Gray divorce, or divorce after 50, presents unique challenges for the economic well-being of both spouses. Many older women initiate divorce after years of prioritizing family over personal happiness. Financially, this transition can be frightening. Women who have...
Understanding alimony tax deductions in New Jersey
Alimony payments can affect your taxes. In New Jersey, making these payments tax-deductible requires specific procedures. It may be helpful to follow some steps to ensure your alimony payments meet the criteria for tax deductions. Ensure your alimony qualifies To make...
The difference between divorce and legal separation in New Jersey
When a married couple decides to part ways, they may consider either divorce or legal separation. While both involve living separately, there are significant differences between the two. Understanding how New Jersey defines divorce and separation can help you decide...
Ways mediation can make life easier during and after a divorce
The traditional adversarial approach to divorce often worsens the stress and conflict of the situation, making it harder for couples to move forward. Mediation, on the other hand, offers a more collaborative and less contentious alternative. Mediation makes things...
When can you modify a child support agreement?
Child support determinations depend on calculations based on both parents’ incomes. If you have a court-ordered child support agreement in place, you may wonder if you can ever have the agreement modified. Certain significant changes warrant a child support...
4 ways to safeguard your business during divorce
When you are a business owner, it adds another layer of complexity to divorce. Protecting your business is necessary for its continuity and your financial stability. 1. Thorough documentation Accurate and detailed documentation is the foundation for protecting your...
Why collaborative divorce can be better than litigation
The American Institute of Stress lists divorce as the second-highest stressor that people face. Naturally, couples facing this crossroads look for ways to streamline and improve the process. One option people may overlook is collaborative divorce. They might fear that...