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Sole custody vs. joint custody in New Jersey

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

What does full custody mean in New Jersey? Another term for full custody is sole custody. People are often unsure of the difference between sole custody vs....

Can I change my child’s last name if I have sole custody?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

A parent may file a request for a child's name change in New Jersey. This application could be made in a divorce complaint, in a motion to the court, following...

How to talk to kids about divorce

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

One of the most difficult conversations parents could ever encounter and prepare for is how to tell kids about divorce. This conversation will certainly have a...

Are you unhappily married?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

According to an article published in Healthline by Rebecca Strong, "Five consequences of an unhappy marriage and five tips to work toward change,” the...

Do I have to pay for extracurricular activities if I pay child support?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

When people are navigating divorce or separation from their child’s other parent, a significant part of negotiating the new normal is addressing the...

Is the noncustodial parent responsible for medical bills and health insurance?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

The divorce process can be daunting and overwhelming, and when children are involved there are a host of questions that need to be answered, and issues that...

Who pays private school tuition after divorce in New Jersey?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

Paying for private school tuition is often a consideration that is addressed during the divorce process, but not always.  Sometimes, this issue leads to...

How to get a child’s passport with one parent absent.

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

Often, obtaining a passport for a minor is more complicated than people expect. It is helpful to have an understanding of the requirements of the process,...

Passport requirements for Minors

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

What are the rules when a child is traveling with one parent internationally? An issue that routinely crops up in Family Court matters concerns traveling. ...

What can be used against you in a divorce?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

As people contemplate moving forward with divorce, it is important to focus on what can be used against you in a divorce. Each divorce situation has its own...

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Divorce for Irreconcilable Differences in New Jersey

Can feelings of being less connected, of “growing apart,” physical or emotional distance, or mistrust be grounds for divorce in New Jersey, or does a couple need to demonstrate something less abstract?  Does filing for divorce require proof of alleged harm, or can a couple simply come to a...

July 26, 2024 Read More

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Cohabitation in New Jersey

Whether you are considering a new shared living arrangement with your partner, are already living together before marriage, or wondering about a previous partner’s change in relationship status, it’s a good idea to know how cohabitation laws in New Jersey affect your rights and...

July 18, 2024 Read More

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False allegations in divorce: How to defend yourself against false allegations in divorce

What are false accusations in a divorce case?  False accusations in divorce can deal with any issue or situation when the other parent or party has made a false statement about you. Unfortunately, false allegations and false accusations, two terms used interchangeably, are common in divorce...

July 11, 2024 Read More

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