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Getting divorced when you have children can be a complicated process. In many instances, divorcing couples must establish a custody agreement so both parents can still be active in their children’s lives. This agreement is often developed during the negotiation phase of the divorce. Unfortunately, child custody agreements in New Jersey aren’t always fair and… Read more

One of the first concrete steps that individuals often take when seeking to formalize a decision to divorce involves attending a consultation appointment at a law office. Some individuals attend consultations at more than one law office as they search for an attorney whose experience and approach will meet their unique needs. If you are… Read more

When members of a New Jersey couple that shares a minor child opt to go their separate ways, the courts generally insist that they establish a parenting plan if they are both going to remain active participants in the child’s life. This is true regardless of whether custody and co-parenting concerns have arisen due to… Read more

During the course of a relationship, it’s natural for couples to come to depend on each other for support. If one partner has a more demanding, high-earning career, it’s common that the other partner may take on more of the household duties, and perhaps sacrifice their own career, for the betterment of the relationship. There… Read more

The decision to divorce is one that no couple comes too easily or quickly. Regardless of how amicable the split may be, the divorce process can be complex, lengthy, and takes a toll on you, your family, and your finances. While there is no such thing as a painless or easy divorce, there are ways… Read more

When parents decide to divorce, it can often be stressful deciding on custody and visitation schedules for the children. One way New Jersey hopes to better the divorce process is by emphasizing a continued loving relationship with both parents while encouraging cooperation and communication between the parents. However, as children grow and the parent’s circumstances… Read more

Divorce is hard.  There’s no doubt about it.  Divorce can also be exhausting, from dealing with emotional issues surrounding the break-up of your marriage to navigating through legal issues of separating from your spouse. However, although you may be focused on the here and now (getting a divorce), you may not have had time (or… Read more

From financial decisions to child care and custody, divorcing couples have a slew of decisions to be made, under stressful times.  One decision that has to be made is how to divide marital assets (or property) during a divorce. Keep reading to learn more about how marital assets are divided during a New Jersey divorce…. Read more

Many states limit grandparents’ rights when it comes to their grandchildren, as courts (and the law) side on the premise that parents should have the authority to decide who their children should see or not see.  However, New Jersey law differs regarding grandchildren visitation, giving grandparents in the state the right to request reasonable visitation… Read more