On behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Jun 30, 2020 | Divorce
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...
On behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | May 6, 2020 | Child Custody, Divorce, Family Law
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...
On behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Apr 8, 2020 | Divorce
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...
On behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Mar 23, 2020 | 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...
On behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Mar 3, 2020 | Divorce
Divorce mediation can be helpful in a variety of ways for divorcing couples who are looking for an alternative to a traditionally-litigated divorce process. Divorce mediation can be less costly and time consuming than a traditional divorce and can be less acrimonious...
On behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Mar 3, 2020 | Divorce
People who are married in New Jersey know that marriage is not always easy and there are ups and downs throughout it. Married couples have disagreements and arguments along the way. Also, in some marriages there is infidelity. In others there may be physical abuse or...
On behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Nov 26, 2019 | Divorce
Some people in New Jersey may want to consider a prenuptial agreement before getting married. A prenup describes how finances will be handled in case of divorce. It may specify that one spouse will not request alimony, and it can outline what property will remain...
On behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Oct 11, 2019 | Divorce
Perhaps one of the most common subjects of disagreements for many couples in New Jersey is how to utilize and manage finances. In many instances, ongoing disagreements over how things should be done may lead to a divorce. If people have experienced divorce from their...
On behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Aug 22, 2019 | Divorce
There are numerous issues you and your spouse need to discuss during the divorce process in New Jersey, including what to do with your house and where your children will live. These decisions are often complex, requiring you to consider your immediate and long-term...
On behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Aug 8, 2019 | Divorce
It is often challenging to identify all the actions, decisions and feelings that contribute to the end of a marriage. While infidelity and financial arguments are frequent causes, these are not the only things that may contribute to a divorce. Addiction to video...
