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3 Things to Know About Divorce and Executive Compensation in New Jersey

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Individuals who are considering divorce are often concerned about two particular aspects of the end of their marriage: the emotional burden and the financial...

Case Study: The Process to Terminate Alimony

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Financial matters are always tricky to navigate. No one wants to part with more of their hard-earned money than they have to – especially when the recipient...

3 Things to Do When You’re Getting a Divorce with a Business Involved

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

For anyone who is not familiar with the divorce process, it may come as a surprise to learn that their own – or their spouse's – individual interest in a...

What Is the Financial Cost of Divorce—Can I Afford It?

Author: Rosanne S. DeTorres

When a separated couple decides to divorce, one of the most common concerns they face is: How much does divorce cost? After all, you are taking one household...

What You Need to Know: Difference Between Alimony and Child Support in NJ

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

Alimony and child support are two very different forms of financial support – yet many people have the misconception that they are both simply financial...

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...

Can I Calculate the Average Cost of Divorce Before Filing?

Author: Erin D. DeGeorge

When a separated couple decides to divorce, one of the most common concerns they face is: How much is the divorce going to cost? After all, you are taking one...

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...

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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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