Alimony

Divorce can really shake up your life, emotionally, mentally, and financially. One of the biggest stress points tends to be alimony. People often ask things like “Will I have to pay?” or “How long will this last?” In New Jersey, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. There are different types of alimony designed for different situations,… Read more

Thinking about remarriage while still dealing with alimony from a past divorce? Or maybe your ex is the one getting married again, and you’re wondering what that means for the payments? In New Jersey, if the person receiving alimony remarries, those payments typically come to an end. But if it’s the person who’s paying alimony… Read more

If your spouse depended on you for financial support during your marriage, you can expect to pay alimony or spousal support as part of your divorce settlement. The amount you’ll pay will be based on your spouse’s needs and your financial situation at the time of your divorce. As you might expect, your situation can… Read more

It’s common for spouses to request alimony payments as part of divorce settlements, especially if they’re used to a specific lifestyle or have ongoing expenses that they may have difficulty covering without your joint income. If you’re divorcing on relatively amicable terms, paying alimony may not seem like such a burden. But there are situations… Read more

In some states, parents are allowed to reach a “no child support” agreement as a condition of their divorce. However, in New Jersey, parents are not allowed to waive child support regardless of what both parents prefer. It’s required by law, and you’re expected to provide funds to make caring for your child’s basic needs… 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

When divorcing, numerous financial questions come up surrounding joint debts, the primary residence, and child support. Commonly, divorcing spouses also wonder about alimony – who will pay it, who will receive it, and how much will be rewarded? Keep reading to learn more about how alimony is calculated in New Jersey.  What Are the Different… Read more