If you are a New Jersey resident whose marriage is ending, you will need to understand how the divorce process works. From how long a divorce takes to your options for negotiating a settlement, the more knowledgeable you are, the better you can prepare. The basics of...
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What is alternative dispute resolution (ADR)?
An ADR (alternative dispute resolution) is used to manage disputes in a divorce proceeding. It refers to means for settling disputes without going before a New Jersey judge. Benefits of an ADR ADR is not conventional litigation. The process allows couples to negotiate...
Facts about equitable distribution in divorce
If you're considering divorce or currently in the process of one in New Jersey, you should be aware of the different arrangements regarding how assets and debts get distributed upon dissolution. Equitable distribution is an important legal theory that makes it...
A custody schedule to fit your family
As New Jersey parents seek to create a custody schedule to go into effect after the divorce, they will need to research what type works best for their families. While a 50-50 split is often recommended, the traditional alternating-week schedule might not work for all...
Freezing assets in a divorce
Freezing marital assets is a part of some New Jersey divorces. While not every divorce will require marital assets to be frozen, the practice is not uncommon. Marital assets may be frozen in high net worth divorces or particularly contentious divorces. How and why...
What to do with your dog during a divorce
Divorce can bring many problems and be a difficult time in anyone's life because it involves splitting a wide variety of assets and possessions. One of those may be a family pet. Divorcing dog owners have to decide on care and custody arrangements when they split up....
How student loans are divided in a divorce
One of the most common sources of debt for people in New Jersey, and elsewhere around the country, is student loans. If you’re going through a divorce, you and your spouse both may have student loan debt. During the property division process, you will have to decide...
What you need to know about stepparent adoption
Stepparent adoption is a way to provide the best possible outcome for children who have lost one parent and are looking for stability in their lives. Unfortunately, this arrangement is not always straightforward. Here's what you need to know if you're considering this...
Understanding your options for leaving a marriage
New Jersey residents seeking to end their marriage can pursue two different paths depending on their situation. The two options available to end the marriage are divorce and annulment. Annulment is relatively rare. Divorce is far more commonplace, and when the spouses...
Mediation vs. arbitration: What’s the difference?
Although the arbitration and mediation processes do have similarities in the New Jersey legal system, they also have important differences that carry potentially significant legal consequences for the parties involved. Here, we'll explore the differences between...