A child custody case is often an emotional experience. When you’re also dealing with divorce, the situation becomes even tenser. Some New Jersey couples handle child custody issues in mediation instead of court. If both parents agree on all or most issues of child...
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What can you expect when divorcing a narcissist?
New Jersey residents going through a divorce sometimes have a difficult time. However, when your spouse is a narcissist, it’s an especially challenging situation. This is what you can expect and what to do when divorcing a narcissist. Don’t expect an amicable divorce...
When substance abuse by a parent poses a threat to the child
Child custody and visitation can be a source of conflict for some parents in New Jersey. Even when both are focused on their children’s well-being, the parents might not agree on what those best interests are. When a parent is suspected of abusing alcohol or illegal...
What type of custody is best for your family?
When New Jersey parents divorce, they will need to figure out their child custody situation. To do this, they will need to understand the types of child custody and what each implies for their family situation. Physical and legal custody There are two main types of...
How to deal with executive compensation in New Jersey
When going through divorce as a business owner, one of the most difficult things to deal with can be executive compensation. Whether it is yourself or your spouse who is the executive in question, this can be a touchy subject during divorce proceedings. Here are a few...
What to do in divorce mediation
Many New Jersey couples who are ending their marriages will be able to reach a settlement through the process of mediation. Mediation can be less stressful and expensive than going to court, but it can also be helpful to know what to expect. How to prepare The...
Creating the perfect alternating custody schedule for the summer
Each year, many New Jersey couples have no choice but to end their marriages. This situation can become more complex when there are children in the mix. As summer approaches, it's always a good idea to have the alternating custody schedule figured out between you and...
Organizing your finances during a divorce
When you're going through a divorce in New Jersey, there will likely be issues that arise that involve money. It could be anything from a joint bank account to equity that you have in your home that you need to know how to distribute between the two of you. Here are a...
Divorce creates stress for older children too
When older couples divorce, the marriage may end after several decades. Some people believe that adult children handle their parents' breakup better than younger children would. After all, the older children likely have stability in their life and could understand the...
Protecting your real estate portfolio in New Jersey
In New Jersey, a divorce court won't split your assets exactly in half, but the division might come as close to 50-50 as possible depending on your marriage. This can have several implications, one being giving your spouse the right to make decisions about your real...