Couples who are entering into a marriage often hesitate to broach the subject of a prenuptial agreement because they do not want to consider the possibility that their marriage may not work out. While a prenup may not be necessary for all couples, it is something that one or both spouses may want to consider, particularly […]
Abuse is a difficult subject to talk about, especially when it involves a child. Unfortunately, child abuse is more common than parents may realize. One out of every four girls and one in six boys will experience abuse before they turn 18. In nine out of ten cases, the victim knows their abuser. That can […]
Father’s Day is an opportunity to show the dads, husbands, grandfathers and all of the other father figures in your life how much they are loved and appreciated. It can also be a difficult day for families who are coping with the fallout of a divorce, particularly if this is the first Father’s Day that you […]
Divorce laws vary from state to state and from country to country. The process can be complex, even if you were married and plan to finalize your divorce in the same state. However, if you decide to get a divorce while you are traveling or living abroad, you may have questions about whether your divorce will […]
If your marriage has taken a turn for the worse, and you and your spouse have arrived at the decision to get a divorce, you are likely anticipating what your life will be like after the divorce has been finalized. Whether you and your spouse are divorcing amicably, or if the relationship has become extremely contentious, […]
The divorce process can take a major financial toll when it comes time for you and your spouse to divide your marital assets. You may be surprised to learn that any contributions during your marriage made to your 401(k) plan are considered marital property, which means it will be subject to division in a divorce. […]
Divorce is difficult for everyone involved, from the couple who is splitting up to the children who have to adjust to splitting their time between two homes. If you and your spouse have decided to handle your divorce through mediation, this avoids a potentially bitter and contentious court battle, which can be painful for children […]
A divorce can be a stressful ordeal for all parties involved. It can also have a major impact on your financial status, particularly if you and your spouse accumulated substantial marital property over the course of your marriage. From real estate property to retirement plans, anything that was obtained, earned or contributed to during the […]
Generally speaking, a high-asset divorce involves a couple who has accumulated over one million dollars in marital assets, which may include real estate, luxury vehicles, retirement accounts, business ownerships, and other financial investments. However, given the current real estate market, a single home in a desirable part of New Jersey can easily be valued at over one […]
If you and your spouse have made the difficult decision to end your marriage, you can choose to go your separate ways and never see each other again once the divorce is final. However, if you have children, and you and your ex-spouse share custody, you will remain connected to each other at least until […]
