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6 Legal Grounds for Divorce in New Jersey

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

The grounds for a divorce are the legal reasons the divorce is granted. There are likely many reasons you are considering a divorce, but you must choose one of...

Can I Still Receive My Inheritance After Divorce in New Jersey?

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Like so many other aspects of the divorce process, there are lots of misconceptions surrounding the division of property in a divorce. Divorcing individuals...

How to Choose the Best Divorce Lawyer in New Jersey

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Choosing an attorney to represent you in your divorce is an immensely important process. You will be working closely with this individual during a very...

Deciding to Divorce Doesn’t Have to Mean a Court Fight

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

For many people, when they think of divorce, they immediately go to a “Kramer v. Kramer” scenario: a bitter court battle, complete with feuding attorneys...

Are You Guaranteed Alimony in New Jersey?

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

In New Jersey, alimony is not a certainty in every divorce case. Rather, it is based on one party's ability to pay alimony versus the other party's need to...

Deciding to Divorce Is the First Step—Here’s What Comes Next

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Once you make the decision to divorce, you may be confused about what should come next. Your first step should be to schedule an appointment with an attorney...

What You Should Know When Negotiating Your Alimony In New Jersey

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

One of the most common questions that potential clients have is “How much is alimony in NJ?” Whether they are the party who might be paying it or the...

Questions To Ask Your Lawyer Before Deciding To Divorce

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

The decision to divorce isn't one that is lightly made. Oftentimes, our clients come to their initial consultation having mulled over the idea of divorce for...

How Is Alimony In New Jersey Determined During A Divorce?

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Each time a new client visits our office, one of the most common misconceptions they come to us with is how alimony is decided in New Jersey. In some states,...

3 Things To Consider When Deciding To Divorce

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

Choosing to move forward with a divorce is a big decision—and one that is not taken lightly. There are many aspects of your life that you will want to...

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My husband’s mental illness is ruining our marriage

Mental illness refers to a variety of mental health disorders, which are often manifested through significant changes in a person's emotional behavior and overall attitude, frequently displaying issues with difficulty in social life, work and family activities. Oftentimes people think these...

April 9, 2024 Read More

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Are divorce records public?

In the state of New Jersey, divorce documents are generally considered public records. There is a possibility that a third-party could access copies of your divorce documents. New Jersey divorce decrees are available through the Superior Court of New Jersey Record Center if you want to know how to...

March 28, 2024 Read More

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

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 a divorce, or in a Family Court non-dissolution case where the parties are not married, and were never married. The family court will make...

March 22, 2024 Read More

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