Divorces are almost always difficult to navigate, even when amicable. Discussing separating your finances, who gets the house, and where the kids will live often brings up strong emotions, making it nearly impossible to find a satisfactory solution. Besides working with a divorce lawyer, who can advise you on your rights and ensure you don’t […]
Everything You Need to Know about Same Sex Divorce Same-sex marriage has been legal in New Jersey since October 21, 2013, the effective date of a trial court ruling invalidating the state’s restriction of marriage to persons of different sexes. Two years later, on June 26, 2015, the United States Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriages […]
How Emotional Abuse & Verbal Abuse Affect Divorce To obtain a Judgment of Divorce from a New Jersey court, the first document that will be filed with the court is called a “Complaint for Divorce.” The Complaint for Divorce must state the reason or “grounds” for seeking the divorce. In New Jersey, there are ten (10) […]
Regardless of how amicable your separation is, divorce can be hard on children and parents. Many changes happen in a short period, including moving, possibly changing schools, and adjusting to having two homes instead of one. Although divorce is better for children than living in a house with two fighting parents, they may struggle to adjust to […]
Debunking 5 Common Myths About Wills and Probate Lyons & Associates, P.C., Senior Associate Joanna Adu debunks 5 common misconceptions concerning wills and probate. Don’t let these myths mystify you–call us to schedule a free consultation today: (908) 829-6959.
