Going through a divorce is never easy, but there are ways you can make the process simpler. Getting organized and being prepared can help you navigate your divorce more successfully. Taking these few steps can help you reduce the stress of the process and start a new...
It is easy to let the consumerism of the holidays reel you into its trap. Also, it feels good to give loved ones expensive gifts. But while making big purchases during the holiday season may make sense at the time, it can leave you in debt once the new year arrives....
Marriage, especially later in life, means that you are getting a new spouse, but you may also be acquiring relationships with the children he or she already had before meeting you. This creates myriad issues and may also make you wonder if you should legally adopt...
When you and your spouse married, you understood that you were taking on the role of stepparent. Since then, you and your stepchild have developed a strong parent-child bond. Now, you want to adopt your stepchild so you can offer him or her all the benefits of a legal...
Filing for bankruptcy is not something you do every day. Obviously, you have made a big decision in choosing to file, and you want the process to go well. To that end, here are five mistakes that you should avoid when preparing to file bankruptcy: 1. Putting it off...
The legalization of gay marriage brought much joy and overdue validation to the LGBTQ community. In the years since the 2015 ruling, though, many of the couples who joyously married have found themselves facing divorce. The divorce rate among gay couples is not...
Divorce is never pleasant, and it can be extremely stressful and complicated. A separation agreement can clarify and resolve major issues, lessen anxiety and simplify what would otherwise be a long, drawn-out parting of the ways. More reasons than one While a...
In the state of New Jersey, the court looks at several factors to determine the amount of child support a parent should pay. However, changes happen throughout life. For example, if you experience a career change that affects your salary, the financial contribution...
Divorce is tough on everyone, and if you are facing the break-up of your family, you are obviously concerned about the effect it will have on your children. No matter how you and the other parent will feel about each other after the divorce, your focus must be on...
If you are struggling under a mountain of debt, you may be considering bankruptcy protection. However, the filing process is more restrictive today than it once was. Keep in mind that to be eligible for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in the state of New Jersey, you must be able...
