Because they are older and more mature, it might seem that adolescents are better able to cope with their parents’ separation and divorce than younger children. This belief is so common that people may wait until their kids are teenagers before initiating a divorce.
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Estate Planning After Divorce
Divorce provides you an opportunity to take control of your own life and legacy. Estate planning is a way for you to do that. Before your divorce, you probably named your spouse as your beneficiary in your estate planning documents and financial accounts. Once you have begun the divorce process, that needs to change. Even if you and your former spouse did not create an estate plan, you should consult with an estate planning attorney to protect you and your family.
Default Divorce in New Jersey
At the default divorce hearing, the court will review all the documents you submitted, your tax returns and other financial statements. At the end of the hearing, the judge will sign the proposed judgement you brought to the hearing or make modifications to it, if needed.
What Is Guardian Ad Litem in New Jersey Divorce?
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).
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.