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...
Divorce And Family Law
How is alimony calculated in New Jersey?
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...
What does equitable distribution mean for divorces in NJ?
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...
How do courts make child custody decisions?
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....
Can a prenuptial agreement be invalid?
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...
How can you modify an existing child custody order in New Jersey?
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...
What is a postnuptial agreement, and do you need one?
You are likely familiar with prenuptial agreements in which the parties address property rights and other financial matters before marrying. You may feel it is too late for such an agreement if you’re already married, but there is a similar agreement for wedded...
Two divorce settlement risks female breadwinners face
In the 21st century, it is no longer as uncommon as it once was for a woman to earn more than her male spouse. Research suggests that nearly half of women workers in America earn as much or more than their husbands. The change in the wage gap among heterosexual...
Reasons children may think they caused a divorce
Children often believe that a divorce is their own fault, and this can be very emotionally difficult for them. It is the reason why parents are often advised to reassure their children that both they and their ex still love the child and want to be involved. They also...
How does supervised visitation work?
There are numerous outcomes that can arise from child custody cases. Whichever arrangement the courts end up signing off on, the reasoning behind it will be based on the best interests of the child. In some cases, the court may decide that supervised visitation is...