Missing a Child Support Payment? Here’s What You Need to Know Missing a child support payment in New Jersey can have serious consequences—financially, legally, and even personally. Whether you’re struggling financially or simply unsure about the enforcement process, it’s important to understand what happens next and how to handle the situation before it escalates. Key…
Purchasing real estate is one of the most significant financial decisions you may make, and the terms of the purchase contract play a crucial role in protecting your interests. In New Jersey, hiring a real estate closing lawyer can provide invaluable assistance in understanding and negotiating the terms of your purchase contract to ensure a…
Introduction: The Challenges of Co-Parenting With a Difficult Ex Co-parenting is challenging under the best circumstances, but when your ex is difficult, uncooperative, or even hostile, it can feel nearly impossible. Every conversation turns into an argument, scheduling changes lead to frustration, and making important decisions together seems out of reach. But here’s the reality:…
Fathers’ Rights in New Jersey: The Ultimate Guide to Securing More Custody Time in 2025 Breaking the Myth: Fathers Can Win Equal Custody in NJ If you’re a father facing a custody battle in New Jersey, you’ve likely heard the misconceptions: “Mothers always get primary custody.” “Dads only get every-other-weekend visitation.” “You have to prove…
Spousal support, or alimony, is a common element in high-income divorces. In New Jersey, courts aim to ensure that both parties can maintain a standard of living comparable to what they enjoyed during the marriage. Determining spousal support in high-income divorces, however, involves unique considerations, given the substantial earnings and complex financial situations often involved.…
Divorce is not just a legal dissolution of marriage; it’s an emotional odyssey that can profoundly impact every facet of your life. Understanding the psychological stages of divorce—Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance—can provide clarity during this tumultuous time. Aligning each emotional phase with strategic legal preparations ensures that you protect your rights and set…
Introduction: Can You Afford Divorce While It’s in Progress? Divorce is stressful enough without worrying about how you’ll pay the mortgage or feed your kids in the meantime. If you’re financially dependent on your spouse and suddenly find yourself cut off, the thought of navigating the divorce process alone can feel terrifying. Here’s where temporary…
Introduction: Protecting Your Parent-Child Relationship in Uncertain Times Few things are more emotionally jarring than learning your ex is planning to move away—taking your child with them. Whether it’s a job offer in another state or a desire to start fresh, the idea of losing regular contact with your child can cause fear, frustration, and…
In New Jersey, nearly half of all divorce filers—47%, according to 2023 NJ Family Court data—pause their cases before the end. Maybe you’re one of them. It’s a Tuesday night, the kids are asleep, and your spouse hesitates at the kitchen table, voice low: “What if we don’t do this?” Suddenly, your stomach knots—hope tangles…
Introduction: What Determines Who Gets Custody? What if everything you thought you knew about child custody was wrong? Many parents assume that mothers always get custody, that a higher income guarantees a favorable ruling, or that children can decide where they want to live. These are myths that often cause parents to enter custody cases…