Divorces can be contested and uncontested and the divorce process may look different for an uncontested versus contested divorce. Uncontested divorces have fewer disputes and it can be helpful for divorcing spouses that might be able to pursue an uncontested divorce...
A divorce can represent a stressful time in terms of both emotional and financial turmoil. There are numerous details that might seem insignificant at first glance but could represent a large headache in the future. For example, a couple might share a credit card that...
Every year, there are countless news articles and stories about divorce rates in the U.S. They talk about increasing divorce rates and how high the divorce rates in the U.S. are compared to other countries. However, this year, these stories have increased numbers as...
The only difference between separation and divorce is that with a separation, you do not seek to legally end your marriage contract. In addition, New Jersey does not recognize legal separation, so it is merely an agreement between you and your spouse. Forbes suggests...
Divorce negotiations in New Jersey and around the country often become contentious when alimony or spousal support is discussed, which is why these matters are frequently left to family law judges to decide. When determining how much alimony should be paid or whether...
People in New Jersey who are getting a divorce might be worried about its impact on their job. As stressful as divorce can be, losing a job or hurting a career because of it can make the situation even worse. Some people might think that it is not a problem if they...
In New Jersey, divorce actions are heard by the Superior courts. Generally, the court that will preside over a particular divorce is the one in the county where one or both of the spouses live at the time of the divorce filing. Once the divorce complaint been filed,...
Settling a divorce is oftentimes incredibly grueling and challenging for the couple. One of the most difficult aspects of the divorce is having to see who will take have physical custody of the child. As hard as the situation might be, sometimes parents have to go...
Of the many challenges surrounding divorce, financial matters can rank quite high. After many years together, a married couple’s assets and property have become substantially intertwined. Attorneys and spouses can sometimes spend years undoing these knots fairly and...
No marriage is perfect, and every couple has their ups and downs. But how can you tell when a heated argument is pushing your relationship into divorce territory? The survival of a marriage is dependent on countless different factors and will vary from couple to...
