It's a fact that children are often the ones who are most affected when their parents' marriages end. The way New Jersey parents react to their own divorce situations may actually affect how children view the situation, according to experts and it can either be on a...
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Doing the right things to make the divorce process smoother
The old song, "Breaking Up is Hard to Do," isn't too far from the truth. When it comes to divorce, there are things to do and things not to do to try to make the process as painless as possible. When New Jersey couples focus on those things that could make divorce...
When your decision to divorce doesn’t go over well
It's a new year, and you may have decided that you don't want to end another one married to your spouse. Regardless of what your issues are, you are not alone in this thinking. Many people here in New Jersey and elsewhere are of the same mind.What you are not sure...
Do I still need an attorney if I choose divorce mediation?
A new generation has come of age, and with the hypothetical "changing of the guard," younger adults are changing the way certain matters have traditionally been handled by their parents and grandparents. The tech age has produced alternative options for how people...
Is National Divorce Month a real thing?
Ending a marriage is no laughing matter, so New Jersey residents may be a bit taken aback by recent news headlines. National Divorce Month may sound like a joke, but many experts say there is some truth to the unofficial term. While certainly, there is no...
New tax laws to affect alimony payments
New Jersey has welcomed a new year, and for many residents, 2019 was full of big changes. In addition to holiday celebrations and annual festivities, 'tis the season to start thinking about tax returns. Several new laws have taken effect, and one of them directly...
What to expect from a high asset divorce with no prenup in place
Each week, New Jersey residents tune in with viewers across the country to catch the latest episode of a favorite television show. Reality shows continue to keep viewers hooked, and people wait all week to see what the stars will do next. Shows like "The Real...
Divorce mediation expert offers tips for co-parenting
It can be rough on children when parents split up. Many New Jersey parents may be stressing about choosing the perfect gift for a child, and when parents are divorced, it may feel like a competition with the other parent. A divorce mediation professional offers...
Your divorce should not threaten your child’s college plans
Divorce is one of the most difficult things a couple can go through. If you have children, it may be even more challenging. Your focus is likely on immediate matters like where the children will live, how you will divide responsibilities for them, and how you will...
Headed for a holiday divorce? You’re not alone, say experts
Christmas is right around the corner, and a new year is set to begin. Everywhere a person might go, there is some sort of holiday cheer. New Jersey residents might find themselves secretly feeling a bit annoyed and overwhelmed. The holiday season brings along a lot of...