When New Jersey married couples separate, they have choices concerning how their relationships end. A divorce does not have to follow the traditional adversarial system that tends to increase tensions and result in dissatisfaction. This could be part of the reason why...
Year: 2016
Spousal support provides rehabilitative opportunity after divorce
Alimony tends to be a hotly-contested topic during divorce proceedings. Whether one party wants larger monthly payments or another believes that he or she should not have to make the payments in the first place, there is usually plenty to talk about. However, before...
Divorce after 50 brings special concerns
An increasing number of older couples in New Jersey and the rest of the United States seem to be wanting to end their unhappy marriages. These so-called gray divorces -- which applies to couples who decide to call it quits after the age of 50 -- are on the rise and...
Remaining calm can help secure your financials after divorce
Concerns over post-marital finances prevent an untold number of people in New Jersey from ending their marriages even when they feel the time is appropriate. Between property division, alimony and concerns over child custody and support for those who are parents, this...
Angelina Jolie could be headed for child custody battle
Most people in New Jersey have already heard of the recent split between actress Angelina Jolie and her husband, Brad Pitt. Like most parents, Jolie and Pitt already seem to be focused on child custody early on in the divorce process, but it has not necessarily been a...
Can my ex take my retirement money?
Many disputes during a divorce hinge on the equitable distribution of assets. Whether the divorcing couple is attempting to divide a family business, multiple properties or a priceless collection acquired together, these can be challenging times in the divorce...
How divorce has changed in just 100 years
In the grand scheme of things, divorce is a fairly new phenomenon. While divorce has technically been around for hundreds of years, it has only become common and socially acceptable in recent decades.Even 100 years ago, divorce looked very different than it does...
August and March are the most common months for divorce
Whether people file for divorce more often at certain times of the year has long been debated. Rather than relying on myths and anecdotal data, a new study provides data from divorce filings that offers some answers.The University of Washington compiled divorce...
When co-parenting isn’t an option, consider parallel parenting
Child custody policies and practices have changed significantly over the years. It was once thought that, after divorce, mothers were "always" awarded child custody. Then, many people observed that even in cases where fathers were awarded custody, courts still focused...
Making decisions regarding uncontested divorce
Most couples who seek an end to their marriages want to do so as swiftly and cost effectively as possible. When divorcing, spouses typically face a great number of decisions regarding their future lifestyles and the care and upbringing of children, if they have any....