For most couples, retirement accounts represent the culmination of decades of hard work, sacrifice and practical financial planning. These accounts aim to provide a secure financial future in the golden years. However, amid a high-asset divorce, those carefully...
When the court issues a divorce order, it means that it has finalized the dissolution of a marriage. Although the divorce is already final, a divorce order can go through modifications based on the changes in the lives of divorced spouses. Divorcees who want to modify...
When a couple gets divorced, both parents are still responsible for taking care of the child’s physical, emotional, and financial needs. For example, both parents will generally make sure to contribute to their child’s education. If you have children in high school,...
A divorce can range from less costly to quite expensive. It largely depends on the nature of the divorce you’re about to go through, whether that’s contested or uncontested. Regardless of the type of divorce you’re about to face, it’s important to plan ahead. Given...
Property division is essential to the divorce process, allowing the involved parties divide assets and liabilities, including debt. After finalization, it can be easy to determine who will be responsible for which debt. However, it may be more complex when a collector...
People often interchange the terms "separation" and "divorce" in everyday conversation, which can lead to confusion about their distinct legal meanings. The mix-up primarily stems from the fact that separation and divorce mark changes in the marital relationship, but...
When a couple decides to divorce, it often takes an emotional toll not only on the involved parties but also on the members of their family. This burden can grow during proceedings where the court plays a crucial role in planning arrangements for the marriage's...
The property division process in a New Jersey divorce can quickly get confusing and complicated, especially if this is your first divorce. There are various steps you will need to go through, with the overall goal of dividing your property in an equitable, or fair,...
Divorce could bring out the worst in spouses, especially if significant wealth is on the line. A spouse can resort to financial fraud to tip the odds in their favor. Fraudulent actions can take several forms, such as concealment of assets, manipulation of fiscal...
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...
