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Is NJ an Equitable Distribution State?

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New Jersey is one of many equitable distribution states. Equitable distribution means that the marital property of two spouses (or a spouse and a partner) are...

How to Prepare for a Divorce in New Jersey

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Admitting that your marriage isn’t working is difficult emotionally. It can also be frightening because it’s natural to worry about how you will pay the...

Is It Worth Staying in a Marriage Financial Reasons?

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

There are healthy alternatives to staying in a marriage for financial reasons There are many financial advantages to staying in a marriage for financial...

What is Harassment During Divorce?

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Spouses often harass other spouses after they receive a divorce complaint for many reasons and in different ways. Harassment during divorce includes a spouse...

How to Secretly Prepare for Divorce

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There are many practical ways of planning a divorce secretly. The strongest step is to speak with an experienced New Jersey family lawyer. We’ll explain what...

Negotiating a Pet Custody Agreement

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Custody of pets in divorce For some spouses, deciding who gets custody of the family dog, cat, or another beloved pet is often one of the most upsetting...

What Happens If There Is No Custody Agreement

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Understanding custody without orders in New Jersey The best course of action for any parent who is divorcing their spouse or living apart from the other...

Reasons To Deny Child Visitation

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Common grounds for denying visitation in New Jersey In many disputes between parents, both parents are awarded joint legal and physical custody. Legal custody...

How to File an Emergency Restraining Order

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Our skilled New Jersey family lawyers file emergency protective orders Spouses, children, and other family members have rights if a husband, father, or...

Can a Prenuptial Agreement be Voided?

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are legal contracts that govern the equitable division of property and alimony in New Jersey divorce cases. These...

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Communicating Through Divorce: Listening When It’s Hardest

Written by guest writer, Deb Porter, owner of HOLD. Divorce is one of life’s most challenging experiences. It’s hard enough to navigate the practicalities, but when emotions run high and trust feels shattered, communication can seem nearly impossible. How do you listen and respond...

December 12, 2024 Read More

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Who Pays the Bills During a Divorce or Separation? Paying Bills While a Divorce is Pending

When a couple is in the process of getting a divorce, they are working with their separate attorneys’ advice to reach an agreement and work toward an eventual finalization.  It’s a process that unfolds over time, typically over the course of a year or more.  Along the way, household bills...

December 3, 2024 Read More

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How Soon Can You Get a Divorce After Marriage? Divorce Right After Marriage

The “honeymoon phase” of a marriage, typically the first six months to a year, has been romanticized by popular culture as an exciting time of joyful adjustment to the new commitment between partners.  Adjustment is certainly a major part of any new marriage, but for some couples, the joy...

November 12, 2024 Read More

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