Late-life divorces, also known as gray divorces, have become increasingly common for New Jersey couples. One of the reasons that gray divorces have become more prevalent is financial infidelity, a breach of trust in a relationship that occurs when one partner hides...
Year: 2023
4 common financial issues common in divorces
When New Jersey couples dissolve their marriage, they expose themselves to several issues. Both parties face emotional and mental stressors during and after the divorce. However, there are several financial issues commonly experienced by divorcees. Splitting existing...
What are some factors to determine alimony in New Jersey?
Divorced spouses in New Jersey and around the country receive alimony, which is also called spousal support, to help them to maintain the same kind of lifestyle that they enjoyed when they were married. Alimony is not awarded in all divorce cases, and it is usually...
Is a prenuptial agreement right for you?
When couples in New Jersey and around the country walk down the aisle, they want to believe that their marriages will stand the test of time. They are often mistaken. The divorce rate in the United States has remained pretty much unchanged for decades, and the...
When is mediation not an appropriate method of conflict resolution?
There will be difficulties when it comes to divorce, no matter what the circumstances are. How complex the process is will vary from couple to couple, depending on many factors. Mediation, an alternative to the traditional litigation process and a form of alternative...
Property division in New Jersey
New Jersey is among the 41 states that have equitable distribution rules. Therefore, a judge may divide property fairly when a person gets divorced, but each spouse may not get 50% of the assets. The judge will generally consider many factors about each person's past...
Types of legal pathways for New Jersey divorces
Divorce isn't uncommon for New Jersey residents, but that doesn't make it any easier. During this time of emotional highs and lows, individuals often make decisions based on what friends and family did in similar situations. Or, in some cases, overly dramatic...
Divorce mediation and arbitration in New Jersey
When divorcing couples in New Jersey and around the country discuss thorny matters like spousal support and property division, they are not always able to reach an agreement at the negotiating table. Taking divorce cases to court is always an option when an amicable...
How do you know if you qualify for alimony?
Some New Jersey couples find that their marriage cannot last. After the divorce is final, one spouse may be ordered to pay alimony to the other. This is how to know if you qualify for this type of support. Understanding alimony Alimony is payment ordered by the court...
How to handle divorce when you have a medical practice
As a medical practice owner in New Jersey, you have a lot on your plate. But what happens if you get divorced? How do you handle it and what implications does it have for your business? In this blog post, you'll find some tips for dealing with divorce as a medical...