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Who Gets the House?

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

For many couples, the marital home is one the largest assets in a divorce. And it is often one of the most emotional assets as well. It symbolizes so much....

Regain Control of Your Finances After Divorce

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

A divorce brings big financial changes. Your marital assets and debts are divided by the divorce and you are likely left with fewer financial assets than you...

What is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order: Divorce and QDRO

Author: Lisa Skelly and Rosanne DeTorres

Divorce is a life-changing event, ranking high in the amount of emotional and financial stress imposed on you and your family.  As you navigate this...

Take Charge of Your Divorce in Ringoes, NJ

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Going through a divorce can make you feel completely out of control. Everything is changing and is suddenly up for grabs. Follow these tips to regain some...

3 Things Your Attorney Can’t Do In Your Divorce

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Your attorney is your best ally in your divorce case. He or she will explain the law, answer your questions, suggest settlements, advise you what to do, stand...

Gray divorce also knowns as seniors divorce

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

What Is Gray Divorce? Gray divorce or silver splinter is a term referring to the demographic trend of an increasing divorce rate for older “gray-haired...

Social Security Benefits and Divorce in Watchung, New Jersey

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Many people wonder what happens to their Social Security benefits after a divorce and if they are still entitled to part of their spouse’s Social Security....

What You Can Learn from Celebrity Divorces in Stewartsville, New Jersey

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Celebrity divorces make huge headlines, with all the details getting much coverage in the tabloids and even on news and talk shows. While celebrity divorces...

Plan For Summer Parenting

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

With summer rapidly approaching, it is a good idea to start planning how you and your ex will share parenting time over the school break....

Same Sex Divorce

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Same sex marriage was legalized in New Jersey in October, 2013, allowing same sex couples to obtain the same privileges as opposite sex couples. With same sex...

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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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