Substance abuse issues can complicate even the most amicable co-parenting relationships. As parents are naturally protective of their children, it is only fitting to wonder about your options when you suspect your ex is using drugs or alcohol. Can you deny visitation...
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Ways to protect your military career and benefits in a divorce
For service members, divorce can be a daunting prospect, especially when it comes to protecting their hard-earned military career and benefits. With the complexities of military law and the emotional toll of a divorce, it is vital to know how to go through the legal...
When is a parent entitled to make-up parenting time?
Sharing custody of children can be a difficult adjustment. Parents often find it hard to spend less time with their children overall and to lose important days like holidays and birthdays together. A custody order usually gives each parent opportunities to spend time...
Factors influencing spousal support decisions in New Jersey
When couples divorce in New Jersey, they often need to consider spousal support. Courts consider many factors to decide whether one spouse should pay the other, such as how much and for how long. Length of marriage and other personal factors The court considers how...
What options are available for financial stability post-divorce?
Divorce can cause financial uncertainty, especially for those who have been out of the workforce for a long period. In New Jersey, where the legal framework for divorce is built around equitable distribution, long-term homemakers have unique challenges in maintaining...
Can your co-parent relocate with the children in New Jersey?
Relocating with children after a divorce or separation isn't as simple as packing bags and moving to a new home. If your co-parent wants to move out of state or far enough that it affects the existing custody arrangement, they must follow the proper legal channels....
Is your soon-to-be-ex trying to hide wealth?
Divorce is often a stressful and emotional process for everyone involved. Even in seemingly amicable separations, one spouse might attempt to conceal wealth to prevent a fair division of assets. This dishonest behavior can leave you at a financial disadvantage and add...
Stepparent adoption: What you need to know
Have you ever considered making your blended family official through stepparent adoption? This process can be a beautiful way to solidify your family unit. It can also provide legal recognition for the relationship you have already built with your stepchild....
Should your spouse’s new interest in cryptocurrency concern you?
Some people have placed a lot of faith in cryptocurrency while others believe it is doomed to fail. Still others have no opinion on it. It’s simply not something they’ve given much thought to. If your spouse seems to have suddenly got very interested in it, then the...
How non-financial spousal contributions impact property division
When dividing marital property in a New Jersey divorce, courts strive for an equitable or fair division rather than a 50/50 split. Various factors are considered to determine a just division, including each spouse's contribution to the marriage. Your contribution to...