Ending a relationship with someone you have been married to can feel lonely. Yet, it needn’t be. Divorce can turn out to be one of those events that helps you realize how much support you have. You likely have friends, family, colleagues and more willing to offer you a hand at this difficult time. Calling on others for support is the best way to get through your divorce in a condition that allows you to make the important upcoming decisions correctly. Here are some things you can ask people for help with: Covering for you You will need to spend time recharging, thinking, attending meetings abo ..read more

Going through a divorce can be an emotional rollercoaster. You may experience a wide range of emotions in a short period, from sadness and anger to fear, confusion and even sporadic moments of relief. It can all be so overwhelming, making you prone to mistakes or actions that can negatively impact the outcome of the proceedings and your life post-divorce. If you are going through a divorce, avoiding these common blunders outlined below can help you navigate this challenging time and protect your interests more effectively. Hiding assets You may be tempted to hide marital assets to keep them fo ..read more

One of the most challenging things for children who have divorced parents is learning to live between two homes. This can entail having to learn two sets of house rules and remembering what’s expected at both. For some children, the day when they switch parents, which is known as transition day, is stressful. As a parent, it’s up to you to make it as stress-free as possible. Minimize what has to be packed Having to pack a bag when they switch houses may be hard for children. Instead of making them pack everything they’ll need, each parent should buy items for their own home. These include nece ..read more

Every couple argues; it’s a normal part of any relationship. However, some arguments can chip away at the foundation of a relationship, leaving cracks that can widen over time. If these disagreements aren’t addressed constructively, they can eventually lead to divorce. If your marriage is hanging on a thread, it can help to know whether other couples are also fighting about the same issues that you may be facing in your union. Financial disagreements Money is a major source of stress for many couples. Disagreements about spending habits, saving goals or debt can quickly turn into heated argume ..read more

Courts in New Jersey aim to achieve a fair and equitable distribution of assets that spouses have acquired as a couple (marital assets) during a litigated divorce matter. Reaching an equitable order involves taking into account various factors that, such as each spouse’s contributions to the marriage. If you were not a “breadwinner” in your marriage, it’s essential to remember that your non-financial contributions matter when dividing marital assets. You do not necessarily need to have directly contributed financially to the acquisition of marital assets to have a stake in them. Understanding ..read more

In some cases, couples turn to divorce as soon as they become empty-nesters. The last child goes to college and one of them files divorce paperwork. This can often be rather shocking to children, and it may also come as a shock to the other spouse. They may have been married for 20 years and they are suddenly getting divorced. Why does this happen just because they are empty nesters? What do they really want in life? One reason it happens is because people start considering what they want the rest of their life to look like. They may already have been unhappy in the marriage, but it seemed wis ..read more

Marriages are often challenging, so sometimes, the signs that a relationship is nearing its end aren’t immediately apparent. Subtle shifts can gradually erode the foundation of a marriage instead of serving as the kinds of challenges that can strengthen it. Understanding these subtle signs requires careful consideration. Individuals in a relationship need to remain attuned to changes in their feelings and their partner’s behaviors. Acknowledging these signs can be critical so you know if/when it’s time to make decisions about parting ways or fighting to stay together. Decreased communication A ..read more

Alimony payments are made after a couple divorces, often when there is a large discrepancy in income. Alimony is sometimes also referred to as spousal support. For instance, maybe one person is a high earner, bringing in more than $1 million a year. The other person was a stay-at-home parent before the divorce. They expect to have their financial needs met by their partner and they have no other option for income. Alimony payments can be made so that they have financial stability and do not lose everything in the divorce. So how long does someone have to pay? The length of the payments depends ..read more

Adultery occurs when a married individual has an extramarital affair. Cheating can have dire implications for the state of a relationship. Many spouses simply cannot trust their partners anymore after they discover an affair. Anger about the betrayal, fear about someone’s conduct and even concerns about health issues all often follow the discovery of infidelity. Divorce filings are also a common consequence of one spouse cheating on the other. Not only can adultery be the reason that people decide to file for divorce, but it can have a major impact on the process of a New Jersey divorce. Peopl ..read more

There are some couples who feel that their relationship is getting worse and may be headed toward divorce. Their marital satisfaction has declined. They’re looking for a way to save the marriage and prevent a divorce. In some cases, these couples decide that they just need to have a child. They believe that it will bring them closer together or that they’ll be happier as a family, rather than just a couple. But studies show that having a child is highly unlikely to save a marriage and much more likely to push a couple toward divorce. Relationship satisfaction The key is to look at the amount o ..read more