When a husband leaves the marital home, the question of mortgage responsibility becomes significant. Knowing who must pay often depends on the mortgage agreement and the couple’s legal situation. Joint mortgage responsibility If both spouses’ names are on the...
Filing for divorce is a significant life decision that requires careful planning and preparation. Understanding the legal and emotional aspects can help you navigate this challenging period. Understand the legal requirements Before filing for divorce, familiarize...
Parents who owe child support should understand the consequences of failing to pay. Aside from potential jail time and license suspension, it can lead to the revocation of one’s passport. Losing a passport over child support could have a significant impact on your...
Child support helps many children thrive. Various factors typically determine the amount one parent pays to the other. They include income, custody arrangements and the needs of the child. When a child has a disability, additional considerations may influence the...
In a New Jersey divorce, a Case Information Statement plays a key role in the legal proceedings. This document provides detailed financial information about both spouses, including income, expenses, assets and liabilities. The CIS serves as a comprehensive financial...
During divorce proceedings, the court may order alimony, also known as spousal support, to provide financial assistance to a lower-earning spouse. Unlike child support, there is no predetermined formula for calculating how much it will be. In New Jersey, specific...
Divorce proceedings involve many considerations. One important aspect is the division of marital assets. In the state of New Jersey, the principle guiding this division is "equitable distribution." Equitable distribution Equitable distribution does not imply a strict...
Child custody decisions in the legal system play a pivotal role in determining the well-being of children affected by divorce or separation. The court is responsible for making these decisions, and understanding the process is essential for parents seeking custody....
Prenuptial agreements are legally binding contracts that are supposed to take care of assets, debts and financial expectations in case of separation or divorce. But what if, down the road, one partner questions the very foundation of this legal contract? What are the...
You may want to modify a child custody order for several reasons. It could be due to changes in circumstances that affect the well-being and best interests of the child or if the current custody arrangement is no longer viable due to a relocation. Either way, there...
