When married couples in New Jersey choose to divorce, their primary residence is often their most valuable asset. Selling the home and dividing the proceeds provides a straightforward and equitable solution, but taking this path could leave spouses with a significant...
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Closing a joint bank account during a divorce
Divorce can be emotionally taxing, but there are also financial issues for New Jersey couples to resolve, and closing a joint bank account can be one of the many tasks they need to address. Following a few steps can make closing a joint bank account a little smoother...
Choosing a legal model for divorce
Divorce can be difficult and confusing for any New Jersey resident. Some people who are going through the process might consider going with the first attorney who is recommended to them. Why your attorney matters Of course, you want a good attorney for your divorce,...
What happens to the art collection in a divorce?
Couples seeking a divorce in New Jersey have built entire lives together that suddenly have to be separated. Bank accounts and investments are easy to split, but what happens to material items like pieces of art? A lot of times, that depends entirely on how much it is...
How can you prepare your finances for a divorce?
Divorce is a challenging time for New Jersey estranged couples with so much to consider. As you prepare for your time in court, it’s normal to worry about how the process will play out. However, you can ease things a bit by using these tips for preparing your finances...
Navigating social media during your New Jersey divorce
Social media is the first place many New Jersey residents go to share big life events with their friends and families. However, providing any details about your divorce may backfire. Change your privacy settings Your social media is an open book for your estranged...
Court-mandated mediation in New Jersey divorces
Due to mediation’s many benefits, it has become an integral part of the court's divorce process. There are two types of court-mandated mediation in New Jersey. Courts will often mandate it at some point during a couple’s divorce proceedings, either to attempt to...
What happens to student loans in divorce?
Student loans have a significant financial impact on many New Jersey residents. Yet, what happens to those who decide to divorce? Who is responsible for student loans after couples split up? Timing determines responsibility If you took out any student loans before...
How to deal with a broken family after divorce in New Jersey
"Broken family" isn’t an uncommon phrase to describe New Jersey families that are estranged or otherwise distant from each other. Broken families can also refer to families that have gone through divorce or legal separations - as the family is now seemingly split in...
When your spouse doesn’t want a divorce
New Jersey law allows you to get a divorce for any reason. However, it doesn't mean that your spouse has to agree. It's possible that your partner will actively take steps to draw out the divorce process. Fortunately, there are things that you may be able to do in an...
