How do you know it’s time to contact a divorce lawyer?
It’s a two-syllable word that carries a whole lot of weight. Divorce. Many times it’s the ending of a relationship that was never expected to end – and that can make it really hard to take one of the very first step’s in the process: contacting a divorce lawyer. One thing is for sure. The […]
Stimulus Checks Impact on Divorce, Child Support & Alimony
On March 27, 2020, Congress and President Donald Trump signed a $2 trillion spending bill known as the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act into law, intending to offset the economic damages of the coronavirus pandemic. This spending bill includes a one-time payment to eligible American taxpayers. Most individual taxpayers with an adjusted […]
How to Keep Your Divorce Moving Forward During a Pandemic
There’s never an ideal time to get divorced, but if there was, a global pandemic wouldn’t be it. Although it seems like the world has come to a grinding halt in the last few weeks, you’ll be surprised to find out that your divorce doesn’t have to. (And the same goes for your child support […]
Can I Change My Divorce Agreement?
Changing a divorce agreement is no easy task, so it’s always better to play the long game and make sure the agreement is one you can live with for the rest of your life. But that can be easier said than done – during a divorce, emotions run high and without a proper advocate, it’s […]
Do I have to stay in the house until the divorce is final?
You’ve started divorce negotiations (or filed a Complaint), and you’ve started mapping out the next steps of your fresh start. One of the most significant steps of “new normal” is deciding where you’re going to live and when to move. But how does this step impact the divorce process? If you leave the house before […]
Can I get more assets in the divorce if my spouse cheats?
Infidelity is a heartbreaker – and a dealbreaker for many couples. Lots of big, messy emotions come pouring out that have the potential to spill over into divorce proceedings, making the process even more intense and stressful. Divorcing spouses may find themselves simultaneously feeling like they want to resolve things quickly so they can move […]
5 Ways to Save Money During and After a Divorce
Divorce is hard on your heart, and on your pocketbook. In 2019, the average divorce cost $15,000 nationally, and more in New Jersey. This doesn’t factor in associated costs such as securing new housing, establishing new insurance policies, and self-care such as therapy. Where do these costs come from? A litigated divorce case racks up […]
Getting Through the Divorce Process Intact
When you get married, divorce isn’t the first thing on your mind. It’s hard to imagine your loving relationship falling apart. Life is unpredictable, though, and relationships change. People get divorced for many reasons. Sometimes, people simply grow apart. Other times, something occurs that becomes an irreconcilable issue and divorce is the only viable option. […]
The Divorce Mediation Checklist: Everything You Need to Know
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Can My New Jersey Alimony be Taxed?
After years of marriage, you’re getting divorced. If you earned a lower income than your spouse or if you helped put him or her through school, you might qualify for alimony, the monthly payment intended to help the lower-earning spouse remain financially stable following a divorce. While there is a lot of information online on […]