Category: New Jersey Family Law Blog
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 been[ ... ]
How Does New Jersey Determine a Child’s Best Interests?
- March 15, 2023
- Child Custody New Jersey Family Law Blog
How Does New Jersey Determine a Child’s Best Interests? As a parent, going through a divorce means establishing the legal right to spend time with your children and continue playing an active role in their development. While under New Jersey law neither mothers nor fathers are favored in child custody proceedings—rather the courts are supposed to make decisions based on the best interests of children--the reality is that sometimes doesn’t play out the[ ... ]
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[ ... ]
Regular Overnight Stays With Dad Are Best for Most Young Children
- September 16, 2019
- Child Custody New Jersey Family Law Blog
Times are changing, and for fathers who are preparing to get divorced, that’s a good thing. While there used to be a perception that it was in a child’s best interests to be raised by his or her mother following a divorce, this is no longer the guiding principle in child custody matters. It is now written into New Jersey law that, “the rights of both parents shal[ ... ]
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[ ... ]
Divorced Fathers’ Rights During Summer Vacation
- September 5, 2019
- Divorce New Jersey Family Law Blog
Information you need to know if you want to spend time with your child over the summer As a father, preserving your relationship with your children is one of the most important aspects of the divorce process. This includes not only the right to spend time with your children on a regular basis (whether that means splitting parenting time equally with your wife or se[ ... ]
You Were Cheated On! Now What!?
- July 23, 2019
- Divorce New Jersey Family Law Blog
Rights in NJ Divorce if Your Wife or Spouse Committed Adultery According to surveys, as many as one in five Americans have admitted to cheating on their spouses. This may be a shockingly high number, but the reality is that many people have experienced the effects of infidelity firsthand in their own relationships and marriages. Suppose your wife cheated on you, and you have decided to file for divorce. In that case, it wil[ ... ]
5 Tips for Protecting Your Business During Your NJ Divorce
- July 22, 2019
- Business Valuation New Jersey Family Law Blog
As a business owner, protecting your business is likely to be of the most important aspects of your divorce. The last thing you want is for your (soon-to-be-former) spouse to have a say in how you run things once your marriage is over. If you fail to adequately protect your business during your divorce, this could be a very real possibility. Protecting Your Business[ ... ]
