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...
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Can you keep the money you brought into your marriage in divorce?
You know that getting divorced means you and your spouse will have to split the money you earned during the marriage. You both worked and your income from that time counts as a marital asset. It doesn’t necessarily matter who had the higher salary. These are shared...
Appraising collectibles is vital in divorce
When going through a New Jersey divorce, all marital property is subject to division -- and that makes it essential to evaluate any collectibles like art or collections of things like rock ‘n’ roll memorabilia or fine wines. Even though one spouse may have been the...
Will you lose it all in divorce?
Imagine building a thriving business, investing in your future and securing a comfortable retirement, only to face the prospect of losing it all in a divorce. As you navigate the legal complexities such a challenging time, understanding how to protect your assets is...
The most important detail when addressing a home during divorce
People preparing for divorce proceedings in New Jersey frequently focus on their biggest assets. As such, a marital home where the spouses live together can be a source of conflict. Spouses often disagree about who should stay in the home during divorce and who should...
Do penalties apply when dividing retirement savings in a divorce?
Retirement savings are often among the personal resources that people prioritize in a divorce. No one wants to delay or substantially alter their retirement plans because their marriage ends. Therefore, people are often very protective of retirement resources during a...
What can count as marital asset dissipation during divorce?
A usual point of contention during divorce is who gets what. New Jersey follows an equitable distribution rule that divides marital properties fairly but not necessarily equally. Courts consider a comprehensive list of relevant factors to determine how to split assets...
Will our marital home be subject to divorce property division?
When a couple gets divorced, both spouses may be concerned about what will happen to their most treasured possessions. For many couples, the family home is the most important asset they have due to its financial and sentimental value. Divorcing couples may decide to...
Can I offset my pension against other assets during the divorce?
Negotiating a division of property with an ex-partner can be tricky. While you have to maintain an amicable attitude and show willingness to compromise, you must also develop strategies that would provide you with the most favorable outcome. For instance, if you are...
A fair division of marital property
Property division is one of the most challenging conditions to settle in a divorce. Joint bank accounts in the form of checking, savings and money market accounts are easy to divide. However, reaching a fair and just settlement can be tricky when more assets are...