Divorce is a stressful process for any New Jersey family, but it can be particularly challenging when a special needs child is involved. Parents of children with special needs often face unique challenges when it comes to divorce, including issues related to custody,...
New Jersey is an equitable property distribution state when it comes to divorce. Reaching an equitable distribution of assets is complex because the state considers several factors before awarding any property to one of the spouses. Avoid making these property...
Divorced families usually face different challenges when it comes to maintaining parent-child relationships. Each family's setup is unique, providing various hurdles based on the circumstances. Sometimes, terms in your divorce agreement could impose restrictions...
Many New Jersey couples who get married expect to be together for life. Sadly, divorce is common and involves a range of emotions, including fear. Below are common reasons why divorcing spouses often experience fear as they end their marriages. Losing their children...
Divorce is never easy, and few people want to consider the possibility of dissolution while things are going well. However, married couples in New Jersey could benefit from drawing up a post-nuptial agreement anyway. What is a post-nuptial agreement? Amicable property...
Triangulation can occur in co-parenting when one parent uses a third party, such as a therapist, counselor or lawyer, to communicate with or influence the other parent. For example, a parent in New Jersey may involve a therapist in the co-parenting process and use the...
When couples divorce, many questions arise about child custody and support. However, concerns about the children's well-being may continue even after a New Jersey judge issues a final decree. Sometimes, the relationship between parents and children deteriorates after...
Divorce mediation is a process in which a neutral third party, the mediator, helps couples who are going through a divorce to agree on various issues related to their separation, such as property division, child custody and spousal support. The goal of mediation in...
The number of "gray" divorces is growing yearly. A gray divorce is a divorce that occurs when one or both spouses are over the age of 50, and its effects can be significant for older children. Psychological effects While divorce can be difficult for children of any...
As the name implies, a postnuptial agreement is a contract a married couple enters after marriage. They are typically used by those trying to save their relationship or who need to update a prenuptial agreement several years or decades old. New Jersey law generally...