Couples in New Jersey opting for divorce might attempt mediation to save on legal expenses. Mediation is a tool used to help couples divide assets and make provisions for their futures apart. Many challenges, such as who gets the house, children or pets, sometimes...
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How to tell kids about a divorce
A divorce will likely be one of the most challenging experiences in your life. However, it's important to remember that it will be difficult for your child to deal with as well. Fortunately, there are a number of ways that you can break the news in a manner that is...
Exploring the top reasons for divorce
Divorce is difficult, but it may be the best option in certain circumstances. common reasons for divorce in New Jersey include infidelity, lack of communication, and personal differences. Individuals must consider their own needs and the well-being of their loved ones...
When exes won’t move on after divorce in New Jersey
Divorce can be a particularly draining process for New Jersey couples, but even more so if the couple isn’t on the same page. It can be draining to pursue a divorce when one person doesn’t want it. Even after everything has been said and done in the divorce though,...
Updating your will after your divorce
If you are going through a divorce in New Jersey, you are likely dealing with a lot of difficult decisions, as well as paperwork. In the midst of making decisions about asset division, responsibility for debts and parenting time, it's easy to overlook the importance...
How is debt divided during a divorce?
In a New Jersey divorce, both spouses are generally responsible for any debts incurred during their marriage. When the court determines the divorce settlement, the judge will include how both marital and separate debts should be handled. Debt division in New Jersey...
Financial mistakes to avoid during a divorce
Divorce is always an emotional situation for New Jersey couples, but that doesn’t mean you should neglect important details. Too many people make certain financial mistakes that end up costing them. . Keeping the marital home You might be tempted to keep the marital...
What does a CDFA do?
Spouses going through a divorce may find the process more challenging than expected. One or both partners may have pressing reasons to end the union, and personal safety may rank among them. However, there are other concerns to address during New Jersey divorce...
How do domestic partnerships and marriage differ?
Marriage isn't the best choice for everyone when it comes to finances. Both New Jersey marriages and domestic partnerships have advantages in various circumstances. The difference between marriage and a domestic partnership Sharing retirement benefits is much easier...
Focusing on your children during divorce
If you've made the difficult decision of ending your marriage, there are several ways to have a child-centered divorce if you live in New Jersey. This type of divorce can ease some of the stress and anxiety that can often affect families during and even after divorce....