The MSA: There is No More Important Document in Your Divorce Case A marital settlement agreement (MSA) is the comprehensive written document that contains the entire agreement between your spouse and you regarding all of the issues in your New Jersey divorce. It is imperative that the language and terms of your MSA be all-encompassing […]
Financial arguments are one of the leading causes of divorce. Unfortunately, the arguments often continue through the divorce process and affect the co-parenting relationship. If you have children with your ex-partner, you may butt heads about who should pay for their college expenses. Because these expenses can range from several thousand dollars a semester to […]
Do I Need a Postnuptial Agreement? A postnuptial agreement is an agreement that a couple has entered into after they have been married. This type of agreement typically addresses the resolution and potential division of their financial affairs and assets should the couple divorce. Technically, there are two types of postnuptial agreements: mid-marriage agreements and end-of-marriage agreements. […]
The Difference Between Sole vs Shared Custody It is extremely important that anyone facing a potential custody battle with an ex-partner or ex-spouse understands that there are two different types of custody in New Jersey, legal and physical custody. Within these two types of custody, the parents of the child can either have a shared […]
Divorce proceedings can be complicated, particularly when there are children involved. Several factors determine child support in New Jersey, including income level and custody percentage. However, your alimony costs can also affect your child support payments. Work with an experienced lawyer to learn how much your child support payments will be and how alimony can affect them. Understanding […]
Contrary to popular belief, child emancipation in New Jersey does not automatically occur on the 18th birthday. While age creates a presumption of emancipation, parents can challenge it for several reasons. In some cases, you will need to take legal action to change your child’s emancipation status, especially if you wish to change your child […]
Does NJ Have Legal Separation? Officially, New Jersey does not have legal separation. There is no court process and there is no decree that states you are legally separated. If you and your spouse choose to separate, it might be helpful to have a legal separation agreement drafted by a competent family law attorney. By […]
Estate planning is one of the best ways to set your affairs in order so you can protect what matters most, even in the event of an untimely death. When you draft a will and take other steps of the estate planning process, you should consider how you want to distribute your resources and minimize […]
Domestic partnerships are legally formalized relationships that carry similar legal protections as marriage. The specifics of domestic partnerships vary by state. It was originally instituted to protect same-sex couples, but some states make domestic partnerships accessible to all cohabitating couples or cohabitating seniors. Comparing Pros and Cons: What is a Domestic Partnership in NJ? Domestic […]
Newly engaged individuals often wonder whether a prenuptial agreement is necessary or appropriate for them. Truly, anyone who is interested in entering into a prenuptial agreement should consider one. It is not a prerequisite to be wealthy in order to consider one. Some examples of those who may be particularly interested in entering into a […]
