On behalf of Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C. | Aug 30, 2019 | Divorce And Family Law
It is important for divorcing parents to know how child custody is determined. The standard that is used to make all child custody decisions is what is in the best interests of the child but many parents may wonder what that is and how it is applied. The bests...
On behalf of Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C. | Aug 15, 2019 | Divorce And Family Law
Alimony, sometimes also called spousal support, can be a contentious issue during divorce so it is useful for divorcing couples to understand. Alimony refers to payments made by one spouse to the other spouse after dissolution. Because alimony is a significant...
On behalf of Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C. | Jul 5, 2019 | Divorce And Family Law
Apart from the custody of children, the division of marital property and debts is one of the biggest disputes that couples confront during divorce. Many people carry the false conviction that, following a divorce, marital assets must be divided equally. Who will keep...
On behalf of Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C. | May 24, 2019 | Divorce And Family Law
Wendy Williams, a prominent television host, filed for divorce from her husband, Kevin Hunter, putting an end to their marriage of 21 years. Before filing for divorce, the couple was living together in Livingston. Because New Jersey is a no-fault state, couples...
On behalf of Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C. | Apr 26, 2019 | Divorce And Family Law
Divorce settlements are never straightforward, and this year, they became even more intricate. The federal government’s sweeping overhaul of the tax code reformed many of the calculations that influence divorce. Many New Jersey couples learned this year how tax...
On behalf of Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C. | Oct 25, 2018 | Divorce And Family Law
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...
On behalf of Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C. | Oct 12, 2018 | Divorce And Family Law
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...
On behalf of Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C. | Aug 22, 2018 | Divorce And Family Law
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...
On behalf of Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C. | Jun 15, 2018 | Divorce And Family Law
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...
On behalf of Andrew M. Wolfenson, Esq., P.C. | May 18, 2018 | Divorce And Family Law
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...
