A prenuptial agreement (or “prenup”) is a legal contract entered into by a couple before marriage that outlines how their assets and debts will be handled in the event of a divorce. While prenups can address a wide range of financial matters, there are several important issues that cannot be included or enforced in a…
Divorce is a challenging process on its own, but when one spouse has a criminal record, it can further complicate matters. In New Jersey, family courts take various factors into account during a divorce, and a criminal history can affect key aspects such as child custody, alimony, and property division. If you or your spouse…
Sometimes marriages take a downturn within days or months of receving the certificate. Rather than try to stick it out and make the marriage work, you and your spouse decide to move forward with the divorce. However, what does this mean for your divorce process? Do the same laws that apply to a long-term marriage…
Divorces are never easy, but when the individuals involved are celebrities or high-profile figures, the challenges can be magnified by intense media scrutiny. While high-income divorces often involve complex financial matters and asset division, the added element of public attention makes celebrity divorces particularly distinct. Here’s how these high-profile divorces differ from typical high-income divorces,…
Regardless of your financial situation, divorce is not easy. When it comes to divorcing a high-net-worth individual who has more assets than you do, divorce becomes significantly more complex. Between alimony, child support, and the equitable distribution of assets, there are the complications that arise when your divorce may also garner media attention. If you…
Affluent families in New Jersey often own an additional vacation home down the shore. Whether you have chosen Cape May or Asbury Park for your shore property, how much it is worth and how often you have used it during your marriage matters when you are getting divorced. Equitable distribution in New Jersey means that…
Divorce can bring out the darkness in people, especially when the relationship between both people has crumbled. Some spouses may resent their partner for the divorce and do hurtful things that negatively both parties. In some cases, a spouse may resort to sabotaging marital finances out of spite, anger, or a desire to gain the…
When your spouse has been incarcerated due to a criminal conviction, such as a violent crime, you may be blindsided and overwhelmed. Moreover, you may realize that such a person is not you who originally married, and you may be considering a divorce. That leaves you to wonder if you can get divorced from someone…
Getting Visitation Rights in New Jersey Child visitation rights are a crucial aspect of family law, particularly in cases of divorce or separation where parents share custody of their children. It is natural to want to see your child (or children) after a divorce, but it is important to also remain compliant with the…
Divorce is hard enough with juggling the needs of your children. When you have a special needs child (or children), the challenges increase exponentially. Not only do you have to worry about their immediate health and wellness, you also have to plan for their future. If you are considering divorce or separation and have a…
Divorce is a process, one riddled with emotions that might range from terror to relief and everything in between. Then comes the challenges and the frustration, particularly when your spouse does not want to cooperate. If you are facing a situation where your spouse refuses to participate in the divorce, you need to know what…
Your relationship should be something built on long-term trust and commitment, as well as open communication. Unfortunately, some people wind up married to someone who didn’t show their true face until afterwards. Rather than a loving spouse, you are with someone who is manipulative and uses financial abuse to limit your freedom. Financial abuse is…
Your business means a lot to you, and if you started it with family, there is a good chance you want to keep it in the family for good. So what happens when you are getting divorced from your spouse and possible business partner? Who gets the business? Whether your business was established before or…
Cryptocurrency is everywhere these days. Not only that, but the volatile nature of cryptocurrency, and the rise and fall of different types, can make it a difficult topic to discuss when you are getting divorced. As more couples invest in digital currencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and others, the question of how to divide these assets…
When you have a blended family and are seeking divorce, you may find yourself faced with custody and visitation challenges. New Jersey courts work hard to ensure that families going through divorce see a fair result and that the children are taken care of. However, blended families do present unique circumstances. Understanding your rights and…
In January 2024, New Jersey expanded its definition of domestic violence to include coercive control, offering greater protections for victims of non-physical forms of abuse. This means that victims of psychological, emotional, financial, and other types of abuse can now receive the same protections and remedies as someone who has been physically harmed. If you…
