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...
Divorce
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...
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...
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...
What are common causes of gray divorce?
According to U.S. News and World Report, about 1/4 of all divorces involve couples over the age of 50. These situations make up gray divorce. Gray divorce, the phenomenon of couples separating later in life, has become an increasingly prevalent topic in recent years....
Tips for dividing gold and jewelry in divorce
Gold and jewelry can add complexity to property division in New Jersey divorce proceedings. For example, these items can be relatively easy to hide or conceal. Gold and jewelry can also be tricky to value correctly. Ownership One of the initial challenges in the...
What are the steps to file for divorce in New Jersey
Divorce is never easy. There are often negative feelings toward your ex-partner, and a complex process to navigate. If you do not navigate each step precisely, it can cost you the conditions that you want from your divorce. New Jersey has a multistep process for a...
Are divorce records public in New Jersey?
With so much at stake in a divorce proceeding, it is natural for people to want to keep the details private. However, in New Jersey, public divorce records are available for anyone to access. Acquaintances, potential partners, employers or even strangers can use...