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When a couple ends their relationship, if one person has been given an engagement ring, it can often become a point of contention. For one thing, it is symbolic, and the relationship is ending. But for another, it can be very expensive. After all, engagement rings...
A parent’s absence can unsettle a child’s routine and leave the other parent carrying responsibilities. Courts may examine that family pattern alongside the terms of an existing order. If you share custody but now manage most care, that history could influence a...
Dividing property during a divorce can become particularly complicated when investments are involved. If you own stocks, receive dividend payments or have a brokerage account, you may wonder whether your spouse is entitled to a share. In New Jersey, the answer depends...
Maintaining a strong bond with grandchildren is a vital part of family life, yet many grandparents face heartbreak when a divorce or family conflict limits their time. New Jersey law recognizes these unique bonds while balancing the rights of parents. Meeting the...
A gray divorce can reshape your financial future, especially after decades of marriage. By this stage of life, many couples have accumulated retirement savings, real estate, investment accounts, and other valuable assets that deserve careful planning. If you are going...
Separating resources and financial obligations can be a major challenge for divorcing couples. Economic negotiations can require months to resolve. In some cases, they may need to go to mediation to resolve their disagreements. They may even require litigation to...
No. In New Jersey, child support and parenting time are separate legal issues and you cannot stop paying child support because the other parent blocks visitation. Many parents feel angry and frustrated when they miss scheduled time with their children. However,...
A court order for alimony establishes a legal duty, not a suggestion. When an ex-spouse fails to make these required payments, it can create significant financial hardship. New Jersey law provides specific legal tools to enforce these orders and collect the support...
When deciding child custody, courts focus on the child's best interests. Custody arrangements are designed to provide stability for children and outline expectations for parents. However, life is always in a state of change, such as if a parent needs to relocate,...
You and your spouse may have been talking about divorce for a while. Maybe it has been something that you have discussed for months or even years as you ran into different issues within the relationship. At some point, because you are parents, you know that you are...