Death and disease are tragic no matter the circumstances. But what happens when a spouse gets seriously ill or passes away during the divorce process? This experience is not uncommon and worth exploring to offer insight to anyone dealing with the illness or death of an ex-spouse. A Change in Jurisdiction is Possible Technically, when a […]
There are many reasons why people make the difficult decision to give their baby up for adoption. Some of the most common reasons include age, a lack of financial resources, and issues with drug addiction. Regardless of the reasons for putting a child up for adoption, it is important that the birth parents understand how the […]
According to current data on marriage and divorce in the United States, several factors seem to increase the chance of a split. An age gap is one of them. According to a study conducted by The Atlantic, couples with a five-year age gap are 18 percent more likely to divorce compared with couples with a one-year age […]
Child custody proceedings are complex and often emotionally charged. In these types of cases, judges have a duty to protect the minor children involved, which means assessing what kind of parenting arrangement is in the child’s best interest. Many factors go into the judge’s assessment, and parental mental health is one issue that the court […]
Although the hope is that divorce ends amicably, that is simply not the case for many families. In a high-conflict divorce, it is common for judges, lawyers, psychologists, and other professionals involved in the case to recommend a parent coordinator to assist parents in finding a resolution to disputes outside of the courtroom, including those […]
As a LGBTQ financial advisor, my clients tell me they hear this baffling question often, “You’re gay, you must be loaded right?!” There is a misconception that marriage and kids are traditionally that of a heterosexual relationship, and that as LGBTQ individuals we must have more money because we don’t spend it on kids and […]
Divorce, also known as “dissolution of marriage” in New Jersey, can be filed by either partner in a marriage, civil union, or domestic partnership. The requirement to file for divorce in New Jersey is that at least one partner in the couple lives in New Jersey and has done so for at least one year. […]
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly 51.5 million U.S. adults (one in five) live with a serious mental illness such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or major depression as of 2019. This means that a mental health issue, such as bipolar disorder, coming to light during a marriage is not uncommon. In New […]
Estate planning is an important part of life. There is peace of mind knowing one’s affairs are in order, and the legacy one has worked a lifetime to build is secured for the next generation. Charitable giving is an important part of a comprehensive estate plan for many people. Incorporating charitable gifts into an estate […]
On September 10, 2014 then-New Jersey Governor Chris Christie signed into law the reformed New Jersey alimony statute. Among some of the most significant changes to the alimony statute was the way that it treats the payment of alimony upon the payor reaching retirement age. Under the reformed statute, full retirement age is defined as […]
