If your first marriage ended in divorce, and you are in a committed relationship with a new partner, the prospect of getting remarried may feel like a fresh start, and the opportunity to learn from past mistakes. However, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, second marriages have a higher rate of failure than first marriages. […]
According to Forbes, New Jersey was among the top 5 most expensive states to reside in 2022. For that reason, it is not uncommon for individuals to make the economic decision to relocate out of New Jersey after a divorce. However, when children are involved, it is important to know which state has jurisdiction over […]
People get divorced for a variety of reasons, including financial problems, communications issues, and infidelity. While it may be possible for some couples to work through some of these issues, either through marriage counseling or individual therapy sessions, there are other issues that can cause irreparable damage to a marriage. When a spouse’s physical or […]
When a couple makes the difficult and painful decision to get a divorce, there are a number of financial issues that must be resolved, from the division of marital assets to alimony and child support. If there are children involved, determining child support payments and alimony will be a top priority. While both are support […]
The internet and social media have become primary engines of First Amendment speech, economic activity, and maintaining social and family relationships. Well before COVID-19 and the practice of physical “social distancing,” American courts acknowledged the increasing importance of access to a computer/smart device and the internet in everyday life. There is a “new normal” that […]
In addition to the emotional toll that a divorce can take on all parties involved, the process can also become very costly, particularly when you factor in attorney and court fees, as well as alimony and child support. If you and your spouse have decided to get a divorce, it is wise to create a […]
It is common for clients to believe that the Court has entered an Order incorrectly. Often, clients believe the Court may have missed important and relevant facts or evidence presented. As family law attorneys, we must guide and advise our clients as to the potential next steps to take when they present these beliefs to […]
Starting a business comes with many important decisions, one of which is selecting the best legal structure (or entity) for your business. A business legal structure (or business entity) is a government classification that determines how your business will be taxed and how much liability you can incur. There are 4 basic types of business […]
From the constant fear of getting sick or losing someone to COVID-19 to the daily stress of having to work and do school from home, as well as the economic, political, and social impact that the pandemic continues to have, it should come as no surprise that the divorce rates have increased significantly over the […]
It goes without saying that parents have a legal obligation to financially support their kids. Nevertheless, a common, publicly held misconception is the idea that once a child reaches the age of 18, he or she is automatically emancipated given that 18 is the age at which society deems a child to have reached adult […]
