The divorce is now final. The agreement is signed. The judge entered judgment. Now what? Once the divorce is over, there are things that need to be completed. Documents need to be filed, names need to be changed and accounts need to be closed. Failing to tie up all...
Divorce Options, Divorce Solutions
5 Things To Do Before Meeting With A Mediator
You and your spouse have decided to mediate. Great! That means you both believe that you can work together (with help) to enter into an agreement that will best resolve your differences. It does not mean everything will be perfect. Nor does it mean someone will give...
Watch What You Post On Facebook(Instagram, TikTok, etc.) – Social Media and Divorce
Recently, the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers stated that 81% of the attorneys surveyed have used social media evidence in court proceedings. That is a large percentage of cases where social media has been presented as evidence of affairs, drug use, alcohol...
Is It Time To Divorce?
In my 19 years of practice in family law, I have had many people come into my office asking if they should get divorced. I tell them quite simply that it is a decision that they need to make. While I may have an opinion based on what they tell me, it is not for me...
Do I Need A Prenuptial Agreement If I Am Not Rich?
Adele is the latest celebrity to announce she is getting divorced. It is estimated that she is worth $180 million dollars, money she earned during the marriage and is subject to distribution in the divorce. According to Forbes magazine, she does not have a prenuptial...
Why Collaborate?
As an attorney, I get asked the question as to why should someone consider collaborative divorce over mediation, arbitration or litigation. Each client has a different case and collaborative may not work for all of them, but it can be the best choice for many. ...
Alternatives to Court in Divorce
Mediation and Collaborative Divorce When a couple is getting divorced, there are many things to consider. Decisions need to be made regarding custody, support, division of assets, insurance, retirement, and many other aspects of the couples’ life. Thought should be...
What To Expect At The First Meeting
The first step in a collaborative divorce can be the hardest – finding an attorney who is collaboratively trained and experienced. Once you have done this and made the decision to move forward with a collaborative divorce, the professionals will schedule a five-way...
Do I Need To Meet With A Trained Professional?
I went to a seminar last month by Ron Ousky, co-author of The Collaborative Way to Divorce. It was an amazing presentation and inspired me to grow my collaborative divorce practice. The collaborative community in New Jersey continues to be strong and is growing, as...
Can I Afford A Divorce? Yes, You Can
Often one of the first questions I get during a consultation (or even a phone call) is “How much is this going to cost?” I understand why. There is a big fear that the divorce will cost a lot of money and there is not enough money to go around. It may even be why you...