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NEW JERSEY FAMILY LAW BLOG
How do I decide if I need a divorce lawyer?
For Jersey City residents thinking of divorce, the first question is usually, “Do I need a divorce lawyer?” While the New Jersey court system recommends contacting a divorce lawyer before filing anything, not everyone needs a lawyer. When looking at court forms, it is...
Post-divorce modifications and how to make one
Child support and child custody are important divorce-related issues that commonly need to be resolved during the divorce process. Additionally, following a divorce and after these issues have been resolved, it may be necessary to modify either child support or child...
Equitable property division in New Jersey
Property division is an important part of the divorce process for divorcing couples. It is helpful for divorcing couples to know how property division is determined so they can anticipate a property division settlement agreement and prioritize and protect their...
A journey through the divorce mediation process
The divorce mediation process can be beneficial for divorcing couples and their families in a variety of different ways. As a result, it is helpful for divorcing couples to understand what the divorce mediation process looks like and to know what to expect from it....
How is child custody determined in New Jersey?
Child custody concerns usually rank high on the list couples entering the divorce process may have. Because of this, it is helpful for them to be prepared for the child custody process and to understand how child custody is determined. The family law court will seek...
2020 New Jersey Divorce Trends
It has been reported that more than 26,000 New Jersey couples filed for divorce in 2019. A study of these filings revealed several notable recent trends that could be useful for New Jersey couples who are filing for divorce in 2020. One trend regarding custody is that...
Help handling a high-asset divorce and dividing a business
A high-asset divorce can be more challenging than divorces that do not involve complex or high-value assets. It is important for divorcing spouses with a high net worth to be familiar with how they can protect their interests during the property division process. High...
Understanding fault vs. no-fault divorce in New Jersey
Divorce is an unfortunate reality for many New Jersey couples. If the relationship is no longer tenable or there are issues that cannot be repaired, parting ways might be beneficial. The reason or reasons for the divorce can be important in some cases. While many...
Divorce vs. High-Asset Divorce
While all divorces have many of the same characteristics, they are far from the same in terms of assets and property to be divided. Whereas a standard divorce may have a marital residence, vehicles, and some checking accounts to be divided, a high-asset divorce is...
How might my benefit package affect my divorce?
Many New Jersey residents may receive generous benefits from their employers. Many people receive things like health care, 401(k) plans and other retirement funds. Some people, including many civil servants, receive pensions. In some cases, other perks, like...
