When spouses are required to divide their assets in a divorce, this can sometimes cause a significant amount of difficulty. It is because of this that couples may want to prepare in advance for this possibility by creating a prenuptial agreement. This is a document that both parties sign, agreeing to how they would distribute […]

It is a commonly misconceived notion that all spouses are required to divorce in a courtroom. This is not always the case. There are various alternative methods of divorce that spouses can choose from if they wish to do so. A common alternative method is the process of mediation. Continue reading below to learn more […]

After a divorce is final, the two former spouses can move on with their lives. This can lead to a variety of changes to take place. In some cases, these changes can require a former spouse to relocate either to a different town, city, state, or even continent. In the event that they have children […]

There are many different parts to a divorce. One of the most significant is the division of assets between the two spouses. During this time, the marital assets owned by the couple will be subject to equitable distribution. This divides the assets fairly between them. When facing these situations, spouses usually do not want to […]

When dealing with matters of divorce and family law in New Jersey, the court will issue an order when arrangements are made. This order is the law and therefore is required to be followed. In the event that a spouse does not cooperate with the order and chooses to ignore it, the order can be […]

It is an unfortunate reality of life that not all marriages work out. When spouses come to a divorce, they may not always be on good terms. In these situations, they may believe that it is impossible to complete the divorce proceedings without hostility existing between them. However, this is not always the case. It […]

There are a variety of difficult decisions that need to be made in a divorce. To start, this includes the type of divorce that will be filed. There are two options when filing for divorce in the state of New Jersey: fault-based divorce and no-fault divorce. When facing these situations, it is important to have […]

Divorce can strike a person’s life at any age. Sometimes, it may occur after spouses have been married for 40 or more years and they divorce at an older age. These cases have become known as gray divorces. Originally, the term came from the idea that anyone married for this long must have been starting […]

Sometimes, employees of a large company receive compensation packages that include more than their regular salary. This may include a means of additional compensation to promote good performance overtime, such as restricted stock units (RSUs). When a person is going through a divorce, they may wonder if their RSU is subject to equitable distribution. Continue […]

The process of divorce is never easy. One of the most notable parts is the division of assets between both spouses. This can prove to be difficult in any case, especially when the couple has a variety of valuable properties, such as luxury assets. This can include collector’s items, fine art, vacation homes, recreational vehicles, […]