If you had been married for a considerable period, you were probably used to a certain way of life. Divorce should not pull that rug from under your feet arbitrarily, so your ex-spouse is supposed to pay spousal support (alimony). Whether short or long in nature, that...
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2 ways to safeguard your business from a divorce
Not every marriage works out, and it helps to realize that and plan for it when you marry, especially if you are a business owner. Establishing a business takes time and hard work, so you do not want to risk losing part of it due to issues in your personal life. The...
Can you mediate a divorce without seeing your ex?
Divorce can be difficult, time-consuming and expensive, especially in high-conflict cases. Issues like adultery and abandonment can lead to very intense divorces, which will usually mean more expense. People turn to mediation in part because it keeps the cost of...
Do you have to share ownership of your business in a divorce?
Divorce can mean big changes for you and the people who depend on you. Most people only have to worry about their children in addition to themselves when they divorce, but people who own businesses may also feel a sense of responsibility toward their employees or...
3 reasons engaged couples benefit from a prenuptial agreement
For decades, people viewed prenuptial agreements as a way for people to plan for failure during what should be an optimistic time in a relationship. However, prenuptial agreements are no longer just for the wealthy and powerful trying to protect their assets. They...
Divorce mediation could protect your privacy
The prospect of a highly contentious divorce can be a daunting prospect for spouses. Often, children are at the heart of the process, and it can be beneficial to try and ease conflict and maintain privacy. Therefore, it can be beneficial to explore different methods...
What happens if you divorce during the adoption process?
You and your spouse began looking into adoption years ago, and you’ve been waiting for your child. Adoption is often a long process, so it’s not surprising that things have changed while you’ve been waiting to adopt from outside of the country. So many things can...
Child custody and relocating out of state
Divorce often comes with a variety of changes for the whole family. Many times, these changes include moving, new schools and new jobs. For one reason or another, one parent may want or need to move out of state and relocate with the children. When a custodial parent...
What is palimony and how does it work in New Jersey?
Spousal Support is a legal obligation that requires one person to financially provide for their spouse or partner with whom they are divorcing, separating, or breaking up. "Palimony" is essentially the same thing, but it involves financial support from one unmarried...
3 ways parents make divorce more stressful for their children
Witnessing your divorce can be the most difficult thing that your children experience before adulthood. You may have waited for months or several years to file for divorce because you didn't want to put your children through that stress. Now that you have decided, you...