West Caldwell Family Law Attorney
You can be assured of friendly personal attention and strong representation when you work with Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C.. Learn more about our New Jersey family law office in West Caldwell.
A West Caldwell Lawyer Providing Strong Legal Representation
Carolann M. Aschoff has worked as a family law attorney for nearly 40 years, of which she’s spent almost 30 running our firm. Over the decades, we’ve earned a reputation in our community for our strong legal representation in all areas of family law. Whether you’re navigating a divorce in West Caldwell, a high-asset divorce, child custody matters or another family law issue, we customize our services and approach for each client to provide them with zealous legal representation.
A West Caldwell Family Law Attorney Who Makes You Feel At Home
When you need a family lawyer, you need someone you can trust. That’s why we treat each of our clients with specialized personal attention and compassionate advocacy. From the moment you set foot in our office, you can expect a warm, comforting and laid-back environment. You can expect to feel seen and heard. As we work together, you’ll have no doubt how important you are to us. We strive to make each client feel like they’re the only one we have. That means frequent, unprompted follow-ups and rapid response times. We’ll be there to help you through scary and stressful moments, ensuring all your questions are answered and that you understand your options. Call our West Caldwell attorneys today at 973-200-4892 or by contacting us online to get started.
Family Law FAQs
New Jersey family laws are complex. Our West Caldwell attorneys work closely with clients to help them get the answers they need to any of their family law questions. Here are some common concerns that our West Caldwell clients have:
Do you have to have a reason for a divorce in New Jersey?
In general, you can file for divorce based on “irreconcilable differences,” which is New Jersey’s version of a “no-fault” divorce and requires no proof. You can file for divorce based on specific “grounds,” which include things like adultery and desertion, but those require proof and can make the divorce unnecessarily complicated.
How are assets divided in a West Caldwell divorce?
New Jersey requires marital property to be divided fairly in a divorce under equitable distribution laws. Instead of dividing assets 50/50, several factors can influence the division of assets, such as the length of a marriage, each spouse’s earning capacity, education level, age and the standard of living established during the marriage.
How is child custody decided?
In New Jersey, child custody is decided in the best interests of a child. The best interests of a child can include each parent’s ability to provide basic needs, mental health, history of abuse or incarceration and a child’s wants and needs. In general, West Caldwell parents can expect the court to support joint custody agreements that keep both parents equally involved in their children’s lives whenever possible.
How is child support calculated in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, there are several factors that can influence child support. These factors can include each parent’s income, the number of children requiring support, health insurance needs, a child’s educational needs, unique health concerns and the child’s accustomed standard of living.
How can a prenuptial agreement help in a divorce?
A prenuptial agreement allows couples to make certain decisions about the division of assets and spousal support in the event of a divorce. If a spouse is seeking a divorce, a prenup could help speed up the division of property and keep the divorce more civil.
Ready to Discuss Your Family Law Needs with a Trusted West Caldwell Family Lawyer?
At Carolann M. Aschoff P.C., we understand how complex and emotional family law issues can be. With nearly 40 years of dedicated service, Carolann M. Aschoff has built a reputation for providing strong, compassionate, and personalized legal representation to every client. If you’re facing a family law matter and need guidance you can trust, don’t wait. Contact us today at 973-200-4892 or by filling out our form online to schedule your consultation. You deserve to have the peace of mind that comes with having a skilled West Caldwell family lawyer by your side. Call us or visit our office on Bloomfield Avenue to start your journey towards resolution.
How To Find Our West Caldwell Family Law Office
Our firm is conveniently located on Bloomfield Avenue in West Caldwell, New Jersey. We are an eight-minute drive from downtown Caldwell, Caldwell University and Grover Cleveland Park. See below for our address and directions to our office.
Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C.
1061 Bloomfield Ave.
West Caldwell, NJ 07006
973-200-4892
West Caldwell Office