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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...

Can you get a divorce without a lawyer?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

The short answer is yes, you can get a divorce without a lawyer.  In fact, most people are surprised to learn that there is not any aspect of family court in...

Name change after divorce

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

To change your name after divorce, you can file a motion in Family Court as part of a pending or post judgment divorce case. If your judgment of divorce...

My Ex Keeps Stalking Me

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

Stalking has been defined as a course of conduct that is directed at one person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear. Stalking is a pattern of ...

Is military divorce the same as regular divorce?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

Military divorce couples file for divorce using the same process that civilians use; however, when military couples divorce there are factors that have to be...

What is bird nesting divorce?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

A bird nesting divorce, also referred to as bird's nest custody, or bird nesting, is a living arrangement that allows for the children to continue to reside in...

Co-owning a house after divorce

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

Co-owning a house after divorce, and divorcing with a house in both names, is an issue that arises when people divorce and own a home together.  Couples have...

What to do with wedding rings after divorce

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

What to do with wedding rings after divorce and what to do with engagement rings after divorce are questions commonly asked of family law attorneys. When the...

Divorce in your 60’s

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

Divorce in your 60’s is often referred to as late life divorce, silver divorce or gray divorce. Divorce is difficult at any age, but people divorcing...

When does alimony end in New Jersey?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

People often want to know, "How long does alimony last?" The length of time alimony is paid depends upon the type of alimony. Length of alimony is based on the...

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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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