Does it sometimes feel like your spouse makes everything about themself? Does your spouse struggle to relate to others? Does your spouse’s personality frequently conflict with others? It is possible that you are married to a narcissist, and this could severely harm...
Have you noticed sudden changes in your child’s behavior? Are they now unfairly criticizing you while using language that seems borrowed from their other parent? If you answered “yes” to these questions, then there’s a good chance that you and your child are being...
If you’re a father or soon will be a father, you may be under the assumption that you will be named on the birth certificate. However, that is not always the case. Some fathers need to establish paternity legally. What does that mean, and why is it important? How New...
Although there are a lot of issues to hash out in your divorce, properly addressing child custody might be your top priority. While most people hope to amicably resolve their custody issues, you might know that’s not realistic under your circumstances. If that’s the...
A couple may choose to separate, rather than divorce, for several reasons. A separation agreement can help them outline the terms and conditions of their separation. Separation agreement reasons Couples may choose to separate for a trial period to determine if they...
When New Jersey couples divorce, they might agree (or be ordered by the court) to sell their family home and divide the profits from the sale. It can be advantageous to sell the home if neither spouse can afford the mortgage, taxes and upkeep costs on their own...
Time changes everything, and spouses may sometimes need to revisit the terms of their marriage. A document known as a post-nuptial agreement serves as a legal means to address specific issues and assets in case of a future divorce. Why would a couple need a...
Custody decisions in New Jersey are made based on what is in the best interest of your child. The court examines several factors when making this determination. One of these factors is the wishes of your child. While this factor is given more weight as your child...
When a person is affected by domestic violence, it can leave him or her unsure of what to do next. In New Jersey, he or she can file for a protective order which prohibits the accused abuser from having contact with the victim. Requesting a protective order Protective...
A lot of people assume that fathers receive less preferential treatment when it comes to child custody and visitation matters. While it may seem true that mothers are most often granted sole physical custody of their children, the truth of the matter is that the law...
