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There is more than one way to end a marriage in New Jersey. Besides divorce, some married couples also have the option of seeking an annulment. Here are some of the benefits of ending a marriage with an annulment as opposed to a divorce: Avoid the Social Stigma of Divorce Divorce has become more widely…

According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, there are over 820,000 small businesses located in New Jersey. Small business owners work tirelessly to keep their companies afloat. But sadly, a divorce can threaten a small business’s survival. Here’s what you need to know about dividing a business during divorce: Marital Assets vs. Separate Property Marital…

Many people believe that marital assets are divided evenly between the two parties in the event of a divorce, but that’s not always the case. New Jersey is an equitable division state, which means the assets are divided fairly, but not necessarily equally between the two spouses. Sometimes, the court finds that it is fair…

Many couples choose divorce mediation instead of taking their case to court. During this process, the couple meets with a neutral mediator who encourages both parties to discuss their issues and work together to reach a mutually beneficial agreement. It is much faster and cheaper to finalize the details of your divorce in mediation, but…

As its name suggests, the mission of the Department of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) in New Jersey is to ensure the safety and well-being of children throughout the state. The agency is committed to serving all children in need, along with their families. But, what happens when a child under DCPP supervision turns 18?…

The Department of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP) does not always remove children from their homes if their parents are under investigation, but it is does happen sometimes. Parents who have their children taken from them may feel like they will never see them again, but that’s not the case. Fortunately, the DCPP recognizes the…

A prenuptial agreement outlines how a couple will handle the division of property, child custody, child support, and spousal support in the event of a divorce. Because these decisions are made in advance, prenuptial agreements can simplify the divorce proceedings. But, if the prenuptial agreement is not well written or thorough, it could be contested…

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, over $13.5 billion of child support owed to custodial parents was not paid in 2015. Some non-custodial parents go to great lengths to avoid making child support payments, including moving to another state. Although a non-custodial parent may leave the state, his obligation to comply with the child support…

Many children are raised by single mothers or fathers. Child support is an important—and sometimes, main—source of income for these families. But sadly, some custodial parents and their children never receive the child support they are owed. In 2015, the U.S. Census Bureau reported that approximately 40% of the child support owed to parents throughout…

Last year, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) was passed by federal lawmakers. This legislation has introduced a number of new changes to the existing tax code, and several of them will affect couples that are getting divorced. Here’s how the new tax law affects alimony payments: Alimony Payments and Taxes Before the new…