Divorce

Signing a marital settlement agreement is the moment when an uncontested divorce is actually resolved. Everything before that point is preparation, and everything after it is paperwork. Once both spouses have signed, the agreement becomes a private contract that a judge incorporates into the final judgment of divorce, and it cannot generally be rewritten later… Read more

New Jersey does not offer legal separation for married couples. This surprises many people. Most states have a formal “separated-but-married” status. New Jersey, at least, does not have this for spouses. Instead, what it offers looks similar on paper, but works very differently. Choosing the wrong path can cost you money, benefits, and time. New… Read more

For most couples going through a divorce in New Jersey, their marital home is often the most significant asset. Whether you purchased your property in Jersey City, Hoboken, or another location in Hudson County, a crucial question arises: who will get the house? Understanding how New Jersey’s laws handle real estate division can assist you… Read more

If you are considering ending your marriage in New Jersey, one of the first questions you might ask is: “Do I need to prove that my spouse has done something wrong in order to get a divorce?” The answer to this question is no. But understanding how New Jersey’s divorce laws work can significantly impact… Read more

When a marriage experiences difficulties, couples in New Jersey may consider their options. Divorce may seem like the only solution, but many people also explore the possibility of “legal separation”. Understanding what legal separation entails in New Jersey and what it does not is essential for making informed decisions about the future. Understanding Legal Separation… Read more

If you are going through a divorce in New Jersey, you know that financial paperwork plays a huge part in the process. The Case Information Statement (CIS) and financial statements carry a lot of weight in shaping the outcome of your case. New Jersey courts use them when making decisions about support, asset division, and… Read more

When couples in New Jersey decide to go the uncontested divorce route, there are no dramatic courtroom scenes or bitter fights. It is two adults agreeing to go their separate ways. Even when both spouses are on the same page, New Jersey’s divorce process has a few hurdles. And if you are not careful, a… Read more

Divorce is a major life reset. On the financial side, it can be stressful to figure out what belongs to which party. Retirement accounts are some of the biggest pieces of the puzzle. You want to figure out how to split them without triggering taxes or penalties.  However, once you understand how retirement rollovers work… Read more

Getting divorced is tough enough when you both live under the same roof. But when your spouse has packed up and moved to another state, that can make the process more complicated. Now, you might have questions about where to file, how to serve papers, and what will happen to the kids and property. Fortunately,… Read more