In New Jersey and throughout the country, deciding to end a marriage is rarely an easy decision. Whether a spouse wants to file for divorce or has recently been served with a divorce petition, the situation can be stressful. People who schedule consultations with...
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How to cope when raising a child with your former partner
If you share a child with a former partner, you will likely need to work with that person to raise that son or daughter. Although it can be frustrating to work with your child's other parent, there are actions you can take to make it easier to do what's best for your...
Things to know about a relocation child custody modification
After going through a divorce in the state of New Jersey, you may find that you would like to relocate. It's not uncommon for at least one spouse to want to relocate after their divorce is finalized. Unfortunately, relocation isn't as easy as just moving. You need to...
Tips for obtaining custody of your child
New Jersey law generally allows both parents to seek physical and legal custody rights to their child after a divorce. However, a judge will only grant you these rights if doing so is in your son or daughter's best interest. There are several proactive steps that you...
What to consider before creating an irrevocable trust
An irrevocable trust may be an effective tool for protecting your assets in a New Jersey divorce. It may also be an effective way to ensure that your children receive their full inheritance regardless of what happens to you. However, it is important to understand that...
What to expect at the initial meeting with your divorce lawyer
You may be wondering what is involved when choosing a divorce attorney in New Jersey. After your potential attorney is certain there are no conflicts that could prevent them representing you, an initial consultation, or meeting, will be scheduled. Your first meeting...
Common ways of hiding assets
Unless you managed to cover everything in your prenup, most divorces in New Jersey involve a division of assets. Some people try to hide their assets to keep them from being seized or divided during the property division process. If you suspect that your former spouse...
Parenting plans: Are they etched in stone?
At the end of a divorce case in New Jersey, the judge will take all evidence and recommendations of both parties to either finalize or reject a parenting plan. Because developing a parenting plan that works for everyone is difficult, it may seem like they are...
How psychologists are used in child custody disputes
When family law judges in New Jersey and around the country are called on to resolve child custody matters, they find themselves in a position where they must make decisions that will have a profound effect on the lives of people they do not really know. They are...
Mediation in child custody disputes
Divorced or divorcing parents in New Jersey should be aware that mediation is an option that's available to them. Child custody mediation can have several advantages when compared to court proceedings. It's not adversarial; instead, mediators seek to build consensus...
