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Calculating how much alimony you could receive
When your marriage ends in New Jersey, there are a few ways that you can still support yourself financially. One is to file for alimony. While there are no official guidelines in place for calculating the amount that you could receive, there are a few factors that are...
Power imbalances can complicate a divorce
In a marriage, each partner has the same value and importance. Spouses are equal under the law in New Jersey. That's true when they arrive in divorce court, too. No one partner is more important, in the eyes of the judge, than the other. However, at times one partner...
How do parents help a child when divorcing?
Separating spouses might find the stress of divorce proceedings impacts their lives. Even relatively straightforward divorce settlement steps might bring challenges for New Jersey couples. For children, seeing parents divorce could be overwhelming. Hopefully, both...
Should New Jersey couples consider premarital agreements?
Marriage comes with many commitments and responsibilities, including financial ones. One spouse or both may worry that the union could come apart, leading them to further worry about a future monetary situation. Someone who earned significant money before the marriage...
Protecting real estate in divorce
When a couple divorces, they often sell the home they once shared. The profits from the sale are usually divided between the two spouses. However, if you are preparing for a divorce and are a real estate investor, you'll need to know about property division...
What are the options for refinancing a martial home in divorce?
Every year, many married couples in New Jersey decide they no longer want to stay together. When a divorce is on the horizon, it can mean dealing with a lot of new situations. Unless you and your former spouse plan on living together, you'll both need to refinance...
The initial meeting with your divorce lawyer
It's hard to know what to expect when you're getting divorced. New Jersey residents who are facing the end of their marriage should start by making an appointment for a consultation with a divorce attorney. Meeting with a lawyer can be a little intimidating under...
What is a divorce modification?
A divorce order in New Jersey isn't necessarily permanent. You have to abide by the divorce order, but if the situation changes, you could request a modification. A divorce modification could result in a better situation for you, although the judge has to approve the...
Is your soon-to-be ex concealing any assets?
When a couple divorces in New Jersey, splitting assets is inevitable. Ideally, each person will get their fair share. However, before divorcing, some spouses attempt to hide assets. No matter what their reasons might be, hiding assets isn't a good idea. It can have...
Are there things that you can’t include in a prenup?
New Jersey residents who want to protect their financial well-being in the event of a future divorce may ask their soon-to-be spouse to sign a premarital agreement. Also referred to as a prenuptial agreement, this type of agreement helps to protect a person's wealth...
