When beginning to explore your options for custody, it is important to consider equal parental rights as an option. In New Jersey, there are laws in place to promote equal parental rights that can help you solidify a custody plan that is equal and fair for your family. Reach out to our family law attorneys to learn more about how to promote equal parental rights in New Jersey. What are Equal Parental Rights? There is a common misconception that mothers will automatically be granted custody over fathers. The law does not support this misconception, especially in New Jersey. In New Jersey, mothe ..read more

Couples have many personal conversations when transitioning their relationship to a marriage. While some of these conversations may be about starting a family and emotional security, some may be about the financial and legal implications of marriage. One of these conversations may concern prenuptial agreements, a safeguard for your assets. Our prenuptial agreement attorneys can help you understand what can go into this type of contract between romantic partners who plan to marry. Why Create a Prenup? Money and finances are often significant sources of anxiety in a relationship. A prenuptial ag ..read more

Filing for divorce is never easy, regardless of the couple’s ages. However, the transition to life after divorce is often harder when it happens later in life and you have been married to your spouse for a long period of time. You must consider the challenges that come with divorce from a different perspective than someone younger would. Older couples also face unique issues to consider, including health problems, fixed incomes, and dividing retirement plans that are already being paid out to one spouse or the other. Our team of divorce attorneys is ready to help you through the unique challen ..read more

Technology has become so integrated into our lives that we often do not consider how much of our personal information is stored on our devices. When married couples share phone plans, devices, and passwords, they rarely think of the consequences of this decision if they were to divorce in the future. The consequences grow bigger when there are children involved and child custody could be at stake. While maintaining contact with a former spouse to try to lessen conflict could be beneficial in some cases, it just as often results in fiery disputes, name-calling, and even false allegations. Unfor ..read more

Divorce is a major life decision that can have a financial and emotional impact on both parties. Nearly 50% of first marriages in the United States end in divorce. The rate of divorce for second marriages is even higher. Any divorce requires the family court to issue a judgment of divorce and there is a cost to get there. Before filing for and moving forward with a divorce, it is important to acknowledge the challenges of divorce law and procedure and to be financially and emotionally prepared. Among the many challenges of the substance of a divorce, the attendant costs are a significant issue ..read more

Getting a divorce is already difficult enough without the added stress of having children involved. Looking at all your options, including joint custody, can help you determine what child custody arrangement is right for you and your children. Our family law attorneys can explain the benefits and challenges of joint custody in New Jersey. What is Joint Custody? First, it is important to distinguish the two different types of custody that make up joint custody. The two types of custody are legal custody and physical custody. Legal custody refers to the right and responsibility to determine majo ..read more

The marriage process can be an exciting experience for couples anticipating their wedding day. Aside from planning the reception, inviting guests, and selecting venues, finances play a pivotal role in navigating this new stage of life. Conversations about assets and finances with your partner can be confusing to have. Even more confusing can be what will happen with a couple’s finances if they divorce. This may be a difficult conversation to have with your soon to be spouse when all you are looking forward to are the happy times you will have together. Thus, our firm aims to guide you through ..read more

Divorces can be both emotionally and financially taxing. When you plan to file for divorce or believe your spouse if planning to file for divorce, you want to be proactive in preparing yourself for emotional, and possibly lengthy, divorce proceedings. Like most life situations, it is always better to be prepared. By thinking about potential issues that may arise throughout your divorce, such as finances or the reasons for the divorce, you can be better prepared to tackle them as they emerge. When you are going through pre-divorce planning and want to know how to protect your assets in a divorc ..read more

Has your child support been enough to support your growing child and their increasing needs? It is important to know that child support is not set in stone and can be modified to provide a fair livelihood for you and your child if certain legal requirements are met. There are many situations where it is justified to adjust your child support. If you or your coparent have undergone financial changes, or if your child has new needs, you can receive more monetary assistance by consulting a child support attorney to calculate how much you should be receiving. Our firm is ready to guide you through ..read more

Domestic abuse is more common than many people ever realize or would like to think about. However, the cultural taboo around talking about this issue has restricted some people’s ability to recognize abuse when it happens to them. There are many tactics an abuser will use to cover their tracks or shift blame. Knowing the warning signs of an abusive domestic partner can make all the difference in protecting yourself and others who may be in this difficult situation. When you are experiencing domestic abuse, know that you have resources. Call one of our experienced domestic violence attorneys fo ..read more