Breaking up with your spouse is never easy, especially when you have minor children together. While you each cope with your own feelings of grief and sadness, your shared goal should center on how you can help your children understand and process this major life...
People who are married often build up assets, but they are also likely to amass debts. If you decide to go through a divorce, you’ll have to determine what to do about assets, as well as debts. In many cases, debts are used to balance out the assets in the divorce....
There are two main types of divorce available for spouses in New Jersey. The state allows for both no-fault divorces and fault-based divorces. There are benefits and downsides to each option, and the party who chooses to file for divorce may need to consider the...
One of the most challenging things for some people who are going through a divorce is trying to determine who is going to receive what in the property division process. Many people don’t realize that this process has logical and emotional components. Because of that,...
Deciding where to live during your divorce is a crucial matter. It’s vital to find a comfortable space - a place that allows you to prepare for the dissolution of the marriage. So, where can you stay? Here are three places to consider: The family home You and your...
Divorce can be financially devastating for spouses who put their careers on the back burner during their marriage and never went back to them. If you’re considering or preparing for divorce after years of raising kids and dealing with household and other...
Divorce is never easy, but when it occurs later in life, it brings a unique set of challenges. Known as "gray divorce," these separations involving couples over fifty have become increasingly common. Understanding why these divorces can be particularly complex and...
Divorce can turn your world upside down, affecting not just your personal life, but also your finances. You might find yourself grappling with a mortgage you can no longer afford, or trying to stretch a single income to cover expenses that you and your partner once...
Certain property can be hard to divide in a New Jersey divorce because it has emotional value. Many courtrooms have seen spouses fighting over assets with minimal economic value but substantial personal value. Other times, spouses may fixate on assets that contribute...
Nobody goes into a marriage with plans to seek a divorce. It’s a painful and messy experience that will test anyone’s limits. However, sometimes there are clear signs that it's time to end things. While some of these signs may seem obvious, they can be difficult to...
