When you are going through a divorce, you may be offered mediation. Mediation is valuable, as it can help you traverse disputes and possibly reach a settlement without ever needing to appear in court. In New Jersey, there are two kinds of mediation: private mediation and court-ordered mediation. Let’s learn more about mediation and these…
Interfaith marriages have become more and more common, leading to more discussions during divorce about custody and religion. Faith-based conflicts make the process more difficult, particularly when young children are involved. Parents in New Jersey who are separating may disagree on religious upbringing, attendance at worship services, or other faith-related decisions for their children. After…
Divorce is challenging. It gets even more stressful when one spouse’s immigration status is dependent on the other. Furthermore, what happens if you enter into a marriage out of love but then, despite your best efforts, your spouse (or you) is facing deportation and other legal consequences? Handling divorce with a non-citizen spouse is, without…
Divorce is a challenging process on its own, but when one spouse has a criminal record, it can further complicate matters. In New Jersey, family courts take various factors into account during a divorce, and a criminal history can affect key aspects such as child custody, alimony, and property division. If you or your spouse…
Sometimes marriages take a downturn within days or months of receving the certificate. Rather than try to stick it out and make the marriage work, you and your spouse decide to move forward with the divorce. However, what does this mean for your divorce process? Do the same laws that apply to a long-term marriage…
Regardless of your financial situation, divorce is not easy. When it comes to divorcing a high-net-worth individual who has more assets than you do, divorce becomes significantly more complex. Between alimony, child support, and the equitable distribution of assets, there are the complications that arise when your divorce may also garner media attention. If you…
Affluent families in New Jersey often own an additional vacation home down the shore. Whether you have chosen Cape May or Asbury Park for your shore property, how much it is worth and how often you have used it during your marriage matters when you are getting divorced. Equitable distribution in New Jersey means that…
Divorce can bring out the darkness in people, especially when the relationship between both people has crumbled. Some spouses may resent their partner for the divorce and do hurtful things that negatively both parties. In some cases, a spouse may resort to sabotaging marital finances out of spite, anger, or a desire to gain the…
When your spouse has been incarcerated due to a criminal conviction, such as a violent crime, you may be blindsided and overwhelmed. Moreover, you may realize that such a person is not you who originally married, and you may be considering a divorce. That leaves you to wonder if you can get divorced from someone…
Divorce is hard enough with juggling the needs of your children. When you have a special needs child (or children), the challenges increase exponentially. Not only do you have to worry about their immediate health and wellness, you also have to plan for their future. If you are considering divorce or separation and have a…