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PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENT AFTER MARRIAGE

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Can you do a prenuptial agreement after marriage? Prenuptial agreements that outline each person’s economic rights and responsibilities made before marriage...

CHILD CUSTODY RELOCATION & CHILD RELOCATION LAWS IN NJ

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Child Relocation Laws: Can a Custodial Parent Move Out of State?   It’s common for individuals to want to start over once their divorce is finalized,...

Spousal Support, Maintenance & Alimony in a Same Sex Divorce

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Many same-sex couples ask us to explain how same sex spousal alimony works in New Jersey. They want to know whether the rules about how much same sex spousal...

SEPARATION & DIVORCE AFTER DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

During COVID, there has been an exponential increase in the number of domestic violence and divorce cases. We know that partners and spouses who are cooped up...

Second Parent Adoption

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

A second parent adoption is a legal procedure that allows a same-sex parent, regardless of whether they have a legally recognized relationship to the other...

Can you have an uncontested divorce with children?

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

In New Jersey, divorces are either contested or uncontested.  In an uncontested divorce, the parties have been able to reach a resolution of their matter...

CHILD SUPPORT IN NJ

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

How much is child support in NJ? Child support in New Jersey is calculated according to a formula known as the Child Support Guidelines. Many people think...

Can you File for Divorce Online in New Jersey?

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

To initiate the divorce process, one spouse must file a divorce complaint with the court. That spouse becomes the plaintiff. The spouse must indicate a...

Is It Time to Reassess Your Financial Goals?

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Written by guest writer, Claudia E. Mott, CFP®, CDFA™, Epona Financial Solutions The Coronavirus pandemic provides a unique opportunity to review your...

What You Need To Know About Divorce Debt in New Jersey

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Approximately 40-50% of marriages in the United States end in divorce. The average American carries a personal debt of $90,460. Therefore, divorce debt can...

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Divorce Mediator vs Lawyer: Do You Need a Lawyer or Mediator for Divorce?

If you are contemplating a divorce from your partner, do you need a lawyer or mediator for your divorce? What is the difference between the role of a divorce mediator vs lawyer?  To understand the difference, it helps to compare the roles of two types of sporting officials – the coaches and the...

October 4, 2024 Read More

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Filing Taxes After Divorce or Separation: Divorce and Taxes Guide

Going through a divorce is a complex process that involves many decisions about property division, finances, and providing for dependent children, and it’s common to feel overwhelmed by their scope.  It’s essential that the tax implications for all of these decisions get the attention they...

September 19, 2024 Read More

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

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 when the divorce is final, both parents will continue to have obligations to their children, to support their basic needs, growth and...

September 12, 2024 Read More

Divorce: The Answers you Need – Before, During & After

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