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Category: New Jersey Family Law Blog

Category: New Jersey Family Law Blog

Should You Block Your Spouse on Social Media During Your Divorce?

Should You Block Your Spouse on Social Media During Your Divorce?

During a divorce, the general rule is that you want to preserve as much privacy as possible. Blocking your spouse on social media during a divorce can help protect your privacy and prevent your posts from being used against you in court, especially if you[ ... ]

What is Imputed Income in Divorce in New Jersey?

In child support and alimony determinations during divorce, the court will look at the incomes of both spouses to decide on payments. But what if one spouse is not working? Or, what if one spouse is not working up to their capacity or what they used to do? Then how will child support be determined? In divorce cases, there is a concept called “imputation of income.” When a spouse in a divorce is voluntarily not working or is [intentionally or unintentionally] unde[ ... ]

Should We Share Marital Home During Divorce?

Should you share the marital home during divorce? That depends on your situation, and there are many things to consider before making that decision. Do you have children? What is your financial situation? Can you live together in relative peace now that your marriage is ending, or will it be too difficult? What grounds for divorce are you filing on? These are issues to take into account when deciding if you should share the marital home with your soon-to-be-ex spouse.[ ... ]

Rights and Responsibilities as a Non-Custodial Father

Whether you are divorced, separated or were never married to your child’s mother, as a non-custodial father in New Jersey, you have clear legal rights. New Jersey law recognizes that it is in a child’s best interests to spend time with both parents in most cases, and it does not presume that a mother is more fit or qualified to raise a child than a father.[ ... ]

Who Has Custody of a Child When the Parents Are Not Married in New Jersey?

As hard as it is for some divorcing couples to resolve child-related legal issues, the task can be even more difficult for New Jersey parents who were never married. Unmarried parents often have additional steps to take before they can resolve any disputes regarding child custody, visitation, and child support. One of the first steps is to establish the father’s paternity—without paternity being established, a man will not have custody or visitation rights. If you[ ... ]

Can A Spouse Move Back in During Divorce?

Can a spouse move back in during divorce? That question can be very complicated. Technically, without a temporary or final restraining order, the spouse is still entitled to live in the house, legally. However, the length of time your spouse has been out of the house and your particular situation, including what grounds the divorce was filed on, can determine whether or not it is appropriate or a good idea for the two of you to be living together anymore. There ar[ ... ]

What Happens to Gifts From Parents in a Divorce?

A divorce is a complex event with many considerations as you separate from your spouse. In addition to issues such as child custody and alimony, there is also the question of what to do with possessions and other assets. When deciding who gets what, one area of the separation to be noticed is protecting gifts from divorce. When getting divorced, with all the different things to keep track of and the general stress, what happens to parents' gifts in a divorce? It can[ ... ]

Divorce and Inherited Property

Does Inheritance Count as Marital Property in New Jersey?

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

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

5 Myths about Getting Divorced in New Jersey

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[ ... ]

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