Under the UCCJEA, the first state to issue an order relating to custody shall continue to have “continuing exclusive jurisdiction” over the matter. Learn more in this post.
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5 Things you Need to Know If You’re Considering Cohabitation Post Divorce
In this post we cover the five things that you need to know if you are considering cohabitation post divorce and how it may affect alimony or maintenance.
Understanding The 4 Types Of Alimony in New Jersey
New Jersey recognizes 4 different types of alimony. In this article we cover open durational, rehabilitative, limited durational, and reimbursement alimony.
Can I Get My Marriage Annulled?
It's not uncommon for clients to wonder whether they can obtain an annulment.
We discuss the New Jersey statute that states the grounds to annul a marriage.
College Expenses and Divorce
Whether you have children in college or about to enter college, a common question among divorcing parties is “Who pays for college?”
Health and Life Insurance After Divorce
It is very common for both parties to be covered by health and life insurance during the marriage, but what happens to these policies when you get divorced?
Will Moving Out Of State Affect My Alimony Payments?
This ultimately depends on the circumstances surrounding your move and the terms and conditions within your marital settlement agreement (MSA).
The 14 Factors A New Jersey Court Must Consider When Awarding Alimony
In this article we cover 14 factors that A New Jersey Court uses to determine the amount of alimony that will be awarded.
Are You Liable for Alimony Payments?
When many couples go through a divorce, one of the financial considerations that will take place is whether one spouse will be responsible for paying alimony to the other. Alimony is financial support that allows the recipient spouse to maintain his or her lifestyle after the divorce. Alimony recipients are happy to get spousal support, […]
How Much Will Child Support Payments Cost?
There is no one-size-fits all number for exactly how much child support payments cost in New Jersey since child support is based on a variety of factors, and no two child support cases are exactly the same. To help courts and parties determine the appropriate amount of child support in a particular case, New Jersey […]