There is no doubt that family law cases can be some of the most difficult legal issues for all parties involved – the families, the judge and even the attorneys in the case. Emotions run high in many different types of family law cases and the issues to address often...
When we think of domestic abuse, it is usually in the context of physical or emotional trauma. For the abuser, however, the motivation for inflicting harm on an intimate partner is to gain control over them. The abuse can take whatever form, including financial, that...
New Jersey residents who divorce later in life have different concerns than younger people as they head toward retirement. Not only are their goals and outlook more focused on consolidating assets, but their plans don’t usually involve a career change or starting a...
New Jersey offers an “Early Settlement Program (ESP)” as an alternative to a traditional trial for divorcing couples. ESP is a mediation program. Through the program, the couple will work out an out-of-court settlement agreement instead of taking their divorce to...
When a person decides to get a divorce, it is often one of the most challenging times of their life. Emotions can run high during this time, but many important matters need to be worked through. If one spouse is part of a family business, it is crucial to make sure it...
Some couples in New Jersey, even if they are divorcing, do not want the matter to get too contentious. This may especially be true for high-asset couples who may not want their names dragged through the mud, or their personal financial information made public as it...
We live in a connected world. Unfortunately, social media can begin to take on a life of its own when someone’s personal life is in turmoil. What many do not realize is that venting on a public platform can have consequences during a divorce. Bergen County courts will...
Most people would agree that love sometimes ends between spouses, but it rarely ends between a person and their pet. This truth is sometimes illustrated in divorce proceedings where spouses occasionally vigorously contest who gets custody of the pet. Over the years,...
If you watch television or movies, you probably get the impression that going through a divorce means spending hours and a lot of money fighting in court. However, there are other ways to handle the process. If you and your spouse agree to end the marriage, and you...
As a business owner married to your co-owner, you have unique concerns and considerations as you navigate divorce. For instance, how does dissolving your marriage affect your company? The American Bar Association offers three ways to tend to business interests during...
