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Matawan Divorce Law Blog
Understanding the basics of a prenuptial agreement
Prenuptial agreements have gotten the reputation that they're only necessary for wealthy New Jersey citizens. In reality, that's a common misconception that needs to be righted. The truth is that nearly every person who is planning on getting married could benefit...
Things to consider when splitting investment accounts during a divorce
Some people living in New Jersey have already learned the hard way how financial conflicts can impact a marriage. But these conflicts will often not end with a divorce filing. The weeks and months leading up to a divorce becoming final often include the division of...
What women business owners should know about divorce
More than 11 million women in the U.S. are business owners. These women employ around 9 million people and bring in over $11 trillion in revenue every year. These are just a few of the reasons that women business owners should be aware of their profits and assets,...
Application of New Jersey alimony law
Determining whether and how much a person receives in alimony after a divorce is not the result of a specific formula in the state of New Jersey. Rather, in ascertaining whether alimony should be awarded in a particular case, a New Jersey judge is obliged to consider...
Parents may be responsible for college costs post-divorce
When New Jersey parents divorce, they need to work out how they're going to manage and pay for expenses for their family moving forward. Discussions will revolve around things like alimony, child support, mortgages, and any of the other financial issues that they need...
Constructing a solid prenup in New Jersey
When you're planning for the future with a prenuptial agreement, the goal is to protect yourself in the event of a divorce. Although the document lists different financials and assets that are protected if you separate, there are still details that shouldn't be...
Tips for planning your divorce
If you are considering getting a divorce in New Jersey, there are various aspects of the process to think through before you file. This can help you make your decision about whether and when to petition for divorce. Your finances One of the first things that you...
How to aim for an easier divorce
If you're going through a divorce in New Jersey, you may feel stressed and overwhelmed. The last thing you probably want is for your divorce to turn into a long, drawn-out ordeal. The way you behave during the process will determine how it proceeds. Following are a...
Don’t let divorce destroy your retirement plans
As couples in New Jersey work through a divorce, they might be so stressed about the challenges of the situation that they do not properly plan for their retirement after divorce. However, retirement plans should be a major focus of the negotiations of the division of...
Could a New Jersey court order a parent to pay college expenses?
Child support covers many essential costs necessary for raising minor children. As the children grow older, higher education expenses might come into focus. At that point, questions may emerge regarding cover the costs related to a college education. Is a noncustodial...
