Category: Divorce
Does Inheritance Count as Marital Property in New Jersey?
- April 27, 2023
- Divorce New Jersey Family Law Blog
Divorce is incredibly common in our country. According to statistics, Americans divorce at a rate of 2.3 per 1,000 people. If you are considering divorce, you likely have several concerns: Will you get custody of or visitation with your kids? Will you have to pay alimony? What will your child support payments be like? How much of your assets will you have to split? Wil[ ... ]
Moving to Another State with Children Before a Divorce
- April 26, 2023
- Divorce New Jersey Family Law Blog
When a marriage falls apart, it’s understandable that one parent may be thinking to to start fresh somewhere new. In some cases, it may even be necessary for your safety and well-being to put some miles between yourself and your ex-spouse. But leaving your spouse doesn’t mean you want to leave your children. So, what do you need to know about moving to another state with children before a divorce? Is it even possible? Let’s break down everything you need to kno[ ... ]
5 Myths about Getting Divorced in New Jersey
- April 26, 2023
- Divorce New Jersey Family Law Blog
When you are going through a divorce, you need to make informed decisions based on accurate information. Unfortunately, there are a lot of common misconceptions about the divorce process, and there are several myths that have[ ... ]
Does It Matter Who Files for Divorce First?
- March 15, 2023
- Divorce
Yes--it can matter who files for divorce first. But, this doesn’t necessarily mean you should lose sleep over it if you didn’t get to the courthouse first. While filing for divorce first does not give you any inherent rights over your spouse, it does allow you more control over the situation from the beginning and could provide some strategic benefits. One benefit is that if the specific facts of your case warrant it, you could have a choice of which coun[ ... ]
What Does Irreconcilable Differences Mean in a Divorce?
- March 15, 2023
- Divorce High Net Worth Divorce
Filing for divorce on the grounds of irreconcilable differences in New Jersey has continued to be a popular option in recent years for spouses in troubled marriages. However, many soon-to-be-former couples are continuously encouraged to undergo their divorce proceedings on these grounds without fully comprehending what “irreconcilable differences” technically means. Vocabulary is always an essential aspect of any divorce process, which is why it’s impor[ ... ]
What If Your Spouse Is Hiding Assets in Your Divorce?
- October 28, 2022
- Division of Property Divorce New Jersey Family Law Blog
In a New Jersey divorce, both spouses are legally required to disclose all of their assets. But sometimes spouses try to get away with hiding assets. They may do it because they want to get a better financial outcome than their spouse, against whom they hold bitter feelings. They might want to hold onto an asset because of a sentimental attachment to it. Or they may believe the asset is rightfully theirs because they had it before the marriage and believe it should not[ ... ]
Stages of Divorcing a Narcissist
- September 26, 2022
- Divorce
Do you feel your needs are put last? Do you feel manipulated and degraded? Are you ready for the constant highs and lows to end? Divorce can be relatively straightforward or very complicated, depending on the personalities of the individuals involved. Ending a marriage to a narcissist is often among the most difficult of divorce scenarios, because people with this personality disorder typically have an inflated sense of superiority, are manipulative and show[ ... ]
What can I expect in My Divorce if my Spouse has a Personality Disorder?
- September 20, 2022
- Divorce
Personality disorders can wreak havoc in marriages, making life miserable for you and your children. It is not surprising that these mental health conditions are associated with higher rates of divorce, domestic abuse and other problems. But while divorce can be hard in any situation, divorcing a spouse with a personality disorder is often exponentially harder. People with these disorders can be very emotionally reactive and may lash out with explosive anger, try to[ ... ]
Health Insurance During and After Divorce
- May 10, 2021
- Divorce
Are you nervous to get divorced because you think you are going to lose your health insurance, or your spouse is going to be without it? Although you both may not be getting along in the household, you may not necessarily want to see your spouse, or the other parent of your children be stuck without halfway decent health insurance—or have that happen to you for that matter! This is a common concern and topic that is addressed in every divorce. At Men’s &a[ ... ]
Can I Use My Wife’s Facebook Posts Against Her in Our Divorce?
- September 6, 2019
- Divorce New Jersey Family Law Blog
Your wife has always been active on social media, and all indications are that she will not be slowing down during your divorce. So, can you track your wife’s social media posts during your divorce? If you can, should you? Are there ways that you can use her Facebook and other social media posts to gain an advantage during the[ ... ]
