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How to Get a Passport for a Child With an Absent Parent

Author: Lisa Skelly and Erin DeGeorge

Often, obtaining a passport for a minor is more complicated than people expect. It is helpful to have an understanding of the requirements of the process,...

What is a Guardian Ad Litem? A Guide for New Jersey Families

Author: Lisa Skelly and Rosanne DeTorres

During your divorce or custody case the court may appoint a guardian ad litem to represent your child. What is a guardian ad litem? This is a person who will...

Child Support and Unemployment: How Does Child Support Work When One Parent is Unemployed

Author: Lisa Skelly and Rosanne DeTorres

When marriage ends in divorce in New Jersey, the terms of the divorce depend on whether or not the couple have dependent children.  While the marriage ends...

Sole custody vs. joint custody in New Jersey

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

What does full custody mean in New Jersey? Another term for full custody is sole custody. People are often unsure of the difference between sole custody vs....

Can I change my child’s last name if I have sole custody?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

A parent may file a request for a child's name change in New Jersey. This application could be made in a divorce complaint, in a motion to the court, following...

How to talk to kids about divorce

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

One of the most difficult conversations parents could ever encounter and prepare for is how to tell kids about divorce. This conversation will certainly have a...

Are you unhappily married?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

According to an article published in Healthline by Rebecca Strong, "Five consequences of an unhappy marriage and five tips to work toward change,” the...

Do I have to pay for extracurricular activities if I pay child support?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

When people are navigating divorce or separation from their child’s other parent, a significant part of negotiating the new normal is addressing the...

Is the noncustodial parent responsible for medical bills and health insurance?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

The divorce process can be daunting and overwhelming, and when children are involved there are a host of questions that need to be answered, and issues that...

Who pays private school tuition after divorce in New Jersey?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

Paying for private school tuition is often a consideration that is addressed during the divorce process, but not always.  Sometimes, this issue leads to...

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How to Financially Prepare for a Divorce

Divorce is a complicated process that can stretch over many months or even over the course of a year or more.  Your financial obligations during this time, however, will not be put on pause.  So it’s extremely important to know how to prepare for a divorce financially. Bills will need to be...

December 9, 2025 Read More

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Rehabilitative Alimony in New Jersey: Here’s What to Know

The goal in any divorce should be to strive for equity.  Most often, this includes some form of spousal support, or alimony, paid by one spouse to the other.  In New Jersey, there are four types of alimony, including rehabilitative alimony.  To understand its purpose, consider the following...

November 3, 2025 Read More

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What is a Gray Divorce and How to Handle One

Even with the best-laid plans, life sometimes requires a change of course. No matter where you are in life or how many years you have been committed to a marriage, you may find yourself contemplating a “gray divorce.” What is a gray divorce? It’s a divorce after the age of 60. Gray...

October 9, 2025 Read More

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