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Is It Possible To File For Separation In New Jersey?

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

One of the first questions many couples first think about is how to get legally separated in New Jersey. But this is a common misconception—you cannot...

How To Know If You Are Coping With Divorce In A Healthy Way

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Divorce is a very emotional process. Almost everyone who comes in to discuss a possible divorce is angry, frustrated, or sad, or likely a combination of all of...

5 Things To Make Sure Are Included In Your Divorce Settlement

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

A marital settlement agreement (MSA) is a comprehensive written document that outlines the entire agreement between yourself and your spouse with regard to...

3 Things To Consider When It Comes To The Cost Of Divorce

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Often when people come to consultations with one of our attorneys, they are primarily concerned with three (3) things: how a divorce is going to affect their...

When Will Divorce Mediation Work For You

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Mediation works successfully for many divorcing families. We have found that while cooperative couples more readily choose to mediate, families with high...

New Jersey Supreme Court Sets A New Standard for Relocation Cases

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

The New Jersey Supreme Court issued a decision last week making it more difficult for a parent to relocate out of the state with a minor child.  Under the...

How Can I Protect My Children During a Divorce?

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

One of the most difficult aspects of a divorce has nothing to do with the financial situation of the people involved, but with their children and the impact of...

What Will Happen to My Art Collection During a Divorce?

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

In most cases, people who are going through a divorce are able to work out who will keep what personal property.  But what if that property includes a...

What Will Happen To My Pets During A Divorce?

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Many people who are going through a divorce in New Jersey are surprised to learn that the courts treat animals as personal property to be distributed, rather...

I Want To Divorce My Drug Addicted Husband

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

In New Jersey, there are many options to divorce a drug addict.  Addiction is a lesser used cause of action for a divorce.  It is often not as widely...

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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

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