Going through a divorce is often a challenging experience for adults. Many don’t think about how much this milestone affects the children, though. There are several things that kids might worry about when their parents are going through a divorce. As the adult in the...
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Can the state of New Jersey help you collect your child support?
In a word, yes. Most states have strict enforcement services developed to deter those who might otherwise abandon their support obligations. In many cases, knowing that the state might step in for nonpayment of child support keeps noncustodial parents current....
What should you include in a prenuptial agreement?
In 1998, the state of New Jersey adopted the Uniform Premarital and Pre-Civil Union Agreement Act. The purpose of this law is to provide parameters for prenuptial agreements that dictate what can be, and what cannot be included in a prenuptial agreement. What is a...
Helping your child cope with their emotions over your divorce
When parents divorce, the adults aren’t the only ones who suffer emotional damage. The children are also impacted. Some children might not be able to put their feeling into words. Others might feel like they don’t have an outlet for discussing how they feel. It’s...
Divorce and debt: How is marital debt shared during divorce in New Jersey?
When it comes to equitable property distribution, most couples overlook the subject of sharing marital debts or liabilities during divorce. It is easy to discuss who gets to keep the home or the car, but what about the credit card debt, car loans and any other...
Cohabitation leads to lower divorce rates
It’s very interesting to study divorce rates. Many people have heard the misnomer that half of all marriages end in divorce, or they’ve heard that the divorce rates just keep going up because the younger generation doesn’t care about marriage. In reality, though, the...
What you should know before you file your first tax return after divorce
Tax season is not something that most of us look forward to. If you’re recently separated or divorced, the whole thing may feel more confusing than ever. Even the very first question – your filing status – may give you pause. Determining filing status As far as the...
Know how to make divorce easier
Going through a divorce is usually a complex undertaking. It can be very stressful, which can have a negative impact on your mental state. That can make it difficult to function normally. It’s best for you to learn ways that you can cope so you’re able to move forward...
Understanding postnuptial agreements
Maybe, like many couples, you and your spouse saw no reason for a prenuptial agreement when you got married. Perhaps you each came into the marriage with little more than a small checking account, a credit card, some IKEA furniture and a pile of student loans. Now,...
Worried about the first post-divorce holiday season with your kids? Here are some tips
As a parent, your first holiday season after a divorce can be fraught with worry and stress. You probably still aren’t on the best of terms with your ex, but you want the kids to have good holiday experiences and memories. It’s good to have a plan. Here are best ways...