Alimony provides financial support to one spouse after a divorce, helping them maintain stability as they adjust to their new circumstances. In New Jersey, the court can award different types of alimony based on the needs of each spouse and the specifics of the...
Divorce can significantly alter the lives of all family members, especially if there is a sole breadwinner in the household. In these scenarios, the non-working spouse can face financial challenges during and after divorce. Fortunately, the law has provisions to...
It is typical to modify a divorce decree or order if appropriate, depending on the circumstances. However, most adjustments will require you to file a motion with the court that provided your initial divorce order. It might also be necessary when making other requests...
The property division process can have a tremendous impact on your financial outlook post-divorce. As a result, you’ll want to spend a significant amount of time thinking through your legal strategy when it comes to seeking key marital assets. But you also shouldn’t...
In New Jersey family law cases, alimony is a common topic for dispute. While the courts will have a baseline for how long the payments will last, there are times when it might deviate and adjust the order accordingly. Generally, a marriage that lasts for fewer than 20...
In New Jersey divorce cases, alimony is a common concern whether it is from the perspective of the paying party or the receiving party. The person who is paying might have an issue with the amount, the duration and more. The receiving party could have similar worries....
If you are paying alimony, you likely want to know just how long these payments will last. And your former spouse who is receiving these payments likely wants to know how much time they have before those payments stop. It is good, then, to have a basic understanding...
Many couples with children agree to save on daycare costs by having one parent stay at home with the kids while the other works outside of the home to support the family financially. If you are a stay-at-home parent going through a divorce, you may have some special...
Alimony is a frequent concern in a New Jersey family law case. The amount, duration and whether modifications are possible are some of the issues that come to the forefront. People who are expecting a radical life change like retirement will also want to know what...
There’s a misperception out there that spousal support is only meant for women who gave up their careers to raise children. Although alimony is awarded to these individuals pretty regularly in New Jersey, there’s nothing in the law that makes spousal support...
