During a divorce, one of the most difficult and emotional decisions is getting agreement on child custody arrangements. The court’s primary objective is to look out for what is in the best interest of the child(ren).
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Having Your Child Speak During Child Custody Case
When going through divorce proceedings, it’s sometimes difficult for parents to come to an agreement on child custody and visitation. While it is assumed that each parent will want what’s best for the child, they may have very different ideas about what is best.
The People You Should Have on Your Divorce Team
No matter how simple it may appear, getting divorced is an emotional, stressful experience. While going through the process, you may not even be aware of how great an impact it is having on you. It’s tough to make rational decisions and take care of you and your children’s well-being while your life is being profoundly changed. That’s why it’s important to have a team of professionals to support you and your children.
Temporary Alimony vs Open Durational Alimony (Permanent Alimony)
In 2014, a law was passed that had a big impact on alimony (spousal support) payments in New Jersey. Whether you are the receiver or provider of alimony, it’s important to understand the impact of these changes on your current or future alimony arrangement.
Divorce with a Family Business
Going through a divorce can be a stressful and emotionally draining process. When a family business is involved, it becomes even more complicated.
Receiving and Paying Support during Divorce: Pendente Lite Support
Pendente lite support addresses this problem by helping spouses to maintain the same or a similar financial situation that existed during the marriage for the duration of the divorce proceedings.
What to do Before Filing for Divorce
Filing for divorce can be a difficult process to reverse, even if you change your mind. That’s why it’s important to be absolutely sure you want a divorce before filing.
Challenging a Prenup during Divorce
If you believe you have reason to challenge a prenuptial agreement, than it is important to act quickly.
What to Expect During an Early Settlement Panel
The early settlement panel is an alternative marriage dissolution program designed with the intention of helping both parties reach a settlement before an actual trial.
The Intensive Settlement Conference Explained
In New Jersey, three settlement meetings are required before parties are permitted to go to trial: the Early Settlement Panel, Economic Mediation, and the Intensive Settlement Conference.