Family Law

Married couples and parents who are in committed relationships typically share their responsibilities. They work together to raise their children. When their relationship with one another changes, their family dynamic may change as well. Parents may feel uncertain...

Even though divorce has become relatively common, a lot of misinformation about the process still circulates. People may make claims based on what they saw in movies or what they heard from people who may have divorced in another jurisdiction. Every state has...

Standard New Jersey divorce proceedings take weeks, if not months, to resolve. Spouses who can agree on certain key terms for a divorce may be able to pursue a faster uncontested divorce. Those who rely on a judge to settle disputes may have a lengthy process ahead of...

Most people have seen reports of celebrities, politicians and high-profile executives requiring their spouses to sign non-disclosure or confidentiality agreements as part of a divorce settlement. In fact, anyone can seek one if they have a valid concern about the...

Going through a divorce when you have young children isn’t easy. But, when parents are committed to co-parenting, children often reap considerable benefits. It’s important to note that a co-parenting arrangement requires consistent work by both adults and it’s...

Unless you have constructed a prenuptial agreement or trust, property acquired during a marriage is part of the marital estate. The mortgage on your New Jersey home is part of the property you must consider dividing. What happens after a divorce when you have a...

New Jersey is an equitable division state, which means that assets in the marital estate will be divided equally in a divorce. Executive compensation will typically be considered part of the marital estate, and this is often true even if the compensation won't...

New Jersey residents who follow immigration news may be aware that U.S. Border Patrol agents apprehended more than 200,000 migrants at the nation’s southern border in September. Many of those migrants were Ecuadorians fleeing a country with a faltering economy and...

Married couples file for divorce for varying reasons in New Jersey. Certain factors contribute to a dissolution more than others, and spouses could look at data that reveals the more common causes. Understanding the causes and underlying factors might prepare spouses...

Divorce is never easy for any New Jersey resident, but it's a whole other ballgame if your spouse is a narcissist. You should prepare yourself for a battle as they will aim to "win" at any cost. Although it can be challenging, these tips can help. Acknowledge that...