How long will I pay alimony?
When a judge decides to issue an order for alimony, he or she will consider many factors to determine the…
Changed circumstances may require a child support modification
In uncertain economic times, it can be challenging to keep up with monthly expenses. If you have an existing child…
Things to consider when taking divorce to trial
It is common to try and settle a divorce rather than take it to court. In many cases, settling a…
How does joint custody benefit your child?
New Jersey parents like you want what is best for your child. This is especially true in times of hardship,…
What counts as income for child support calculations?
The fact that New Jersey has a calculation for child support may seem like it should make figuring the amount…
What do modern child custody arrangements look like?
Over the years, child custody arrangements have gone through changes. Untraditional arrangements are becoming more popular. Most know that children…
How can I balance my custody rights with my career?
If you have a minor child and are going through a divorce in New Jersey, custody is a major issue…
Types of child custody in New Jersey
If you are ending your marriage and have children, you likely have concerns about how custody works in New Jersey.…
What to include in a New Jersey parenting plan
When you and your spouse share children and make the decision to end your marriage, the state of New Jersey…
What are grounds for divorce in NJ?
Splitting couples in New Jersey must cite the cause when filing for divorce. People end their marriages for many reasons,…
What happens to my inheritance during a divorce?
While going through a divorce, you probably have quite a few questions regarding property division, especially if your marriage was…
Will the court require you to pay manimony?
If you are in the process of a divorce and earn substantially more than your husband, the possibility exists that…
How does New Jersey calculate child support?
New Jersey law requires both parents to provide financial support for their children. The state has established general child support…
Protecting your credit after a divorce
During a divorce, couples must figure out how they are going to split up their shared assets. At the same…
Alimony determination and enforcement
Divorce involves many overlapping legal, personal and financial issues. We understand that you may have confusion over some of these…
When should you modify your child support order?
When you have children and you get divorced, you will likely have an initial child support order established. Unless you…
Pet custody in a divorce
With more than half of households in America having at least one pet, it is no surprise that what happens…
Dividing collections and collectibles during a divorce
Whether you love art, stamps, comic books, furniture or anything else, you take great pride in your collection. After all,…
Do you need to request a custody order change?
When New Jersey parents divorce, the child is often a source of contention. You must work out matters related to the child.…
Who runs a family business after a divorce?
Family-owned enterprises in New Jersey have options for management succession during a divorce. Even though you and your spouse decided…
Is equally shared custody always the best arrangement?
No custodial arrangement is ever suitable for all types of families and living situations. Shared custody arrangements with 50/50 parenting…
Your home in a divorce: keep or sell?
When getting a divorce, homeowners must wrangle with the decision about whether to allow one spouse to keep the house…
Are all prenuptial agreements upheld?
If you have signed a prenuptial agreement, you might feel confident that you have largely resolved your property division issues…
How New Jersey courts divide marital property during divorce
While the divorce rate in the U.S. has slowed over the past decade, a significant number of married couples still…
Skipping out on child support in New Jersey could limit travel
Those thinking about escaping the country to frolic in the sand and sun of exotic clime, but who haven’t been…
Divorce mediation: January popular month for divorce decisions
The start of the new year means the start of a new living situation for many married couples. January seems…
Not every New Jersey child custody ruling can be appealed
When New Jersey parents go to court to resolve child-related issues, either in divorce or as single parents, it sometimes…
Parenting plan may make tackling child custody easier
It’s a new year, so naturally, you’re ready for a new you — one without your current spouse. However, as…
U.S. Supreme Court hearing international child custody dispute
The Supreme Court is in the midst of a major international battle regarding children. The decision will affect similar child…
Divorce mediation: How to have a good divorce
As the old song goes, breaking up is hard to do. New Jersey couples who decide that divorce is imminent…
Answering some challenging child custody questions
No doubt divorcing couples have many decisions to make. If the couple has kids, one of the most important decisions…
Divorce mediation: When court may be the best solution instead
Many couples going through the divorce process look for alternatives to litigation. For some New Jersey couples, divorce mediation might…
Coparenting with a toxic ex? Try parallel parenting instead
One of the hardest aspects of a divorce will be figuring out what will happen to your kids. You know…
Property division: What New Jersey spouses should know
Deciding to divorce is no small matter. In fact, it might be one of the most significant decisions you make…
Setting up a trust in New Jersey to make alimony payments
Once the emotion is removed from a divorce situation, it basically amounts to negotiating a business deal. Part of those…
Holidays have parents reviewing custody basics
The weather has turned a corner. As children return to their classrooms and Halloween candy reappears in store aisles, families…
Child support in New Jersey: What fathers need to know
Usually (but not always) it’s a man who will pay to support his children after a divorce if the mother…
Why LGBTQ married legal parents also adopt their children
New Jersey has often been early and strong in protecting the rights of LGBTQ families. The state recognized same-sex marriage…
What judges look for when it comes to alimony payments
Judges look at a number of factors when considering support payments. When it comes to spousal support or alimony and…
Don’t go to a New Jersey child custody hearing unprepared
You’ve likely heard the old scouting phrase that encourages scouts to always be prepared. It’s good advice, even for grownups.…
How do I keep my business safe in a divorce?
Splitting up assets in a divorce is always difficult. But if you are a business owner, the process becomes that…
How can I communicate with my spouse during divorce?
After two spouses decide to get a divorce, it can be incredibly challenging for them to speak to each other,…
The impact concerning the loss of the alimony deduction
Great care is required when dividing property during a divorce. Shifts in the law often impact the way couples need…
Should you keep the marital residence or sell it?
In many divorces, property division is a technical and involved process that requires careful cataloging, assessment and appraisal of assets.…
Rethinking our old ideas about post-divorce fatherhood
It used to be the case that after a divorce, mothers would be awarded sole or primary child custody in…
Noncustodial parents can be active and involved
When parents in New Jersey get divorced, they may have to make difficult decisions about how to handle child custody…
How to show the kids you love them during divorce
Even when you believe that divorce will ultimately help your children lead better lives, it can still prove difficult for…
Co-parenting a teen after divorce
When people in New Jersey decide to divorce, they may be concerned about how the separation will affect their children.…
Could your social drinking jeopardize custody of your kids?
If you are going through a contested custody battle as part of a divorce or otherwise, you might be shocked…
How New Jersey parents can co-parent after a divorce
New Jersey parents who are considering getting divorced and are concerned about the challenges of child custody should consider several…
Don’t let divorce stop you from planning for retirement
As you move through the divorce process, it’ll often feel like you think about nothing else. This can cause you…
Keeping the family home after divorce can be problematic
For many New Jersey spouses going through the divorce process, getting a fresh start is important. However, others feel a…
The truth about the child support system
Parents in New Jersey and throughout the country may not like the idea of paying child support. For some individuals,…
What courts look at to calculate child and spousal support
People in New Jersey who are supposed to pay child and spousal support may be concerned about how they will…
Have you considered mediation for your New Jersey divorce?
Divorce is a frightening concept for most married individuals. Even if it’s obvious that the marriage is no longer a…
Important responsibilities for custodial parents
When a New Jersey parent takes on sole custody of a child after a divorce, they have a lot of…
Child support is usually modifiable
New Jersey residents may be interested in knowing about some of the issues that are considered when it comes to…
6 common things that can suddenly cause a divorce
You feel like your marriage is strong. You assume that you and your spouse are not going to get divorced…
Tips to make co-parenting successful
New Jersey parents who have gone through a divorce and are now co-parenting know that there are challenges involved. Co-parenting…
New Jersey courts have the final say regarding alimony
Typical issues that must be resolved during a divorce include child custody, child support, the division of property and alimony.…
Pursuing a modification when your child support is too high
Parents who divorce in New Jersey have to split up both parenting time and parental responsibilities to the children. Many…
Issues can occur when diving property during a divorce
Couples seldom exchange vows in New Jersey with the assumption that they will divorce later. However, the rate of divorce…
Arbitration: A possible way to resolve your differences
One thing that you may want to consider during a contentious divorce is seeking help through arbitration. Arbitration is an…
Dealing with credit card debt in a divorce
When New Jersey couples get divorced, they may have credit card debt to divide. This can get complicated because each…
Could you benefit from a postnuptial agreement?
As your wedding day inches closer, you may want to discuss the creation of a prenuptial agreement with your partner.…
Divorce and cryptocurrency assets
New Jersey couples going through divorce are likely to have disputes over how their assets will be divided. Thanks to…
Common co-parenting problems
When divorced parents in New Jersey decide to co-parent their children, they are bound to run into numerous arguments. After…
When is it important to hire a child custody lawyer?
For some divorced parents, hiring a child custody lawyer may be an issue that they are apprehensive about. They might…
6 tips for telling your children about your divorce
It’s in your best interest to do whatever it takes to minimize the impact of divorce on your life. However,…
How people may attempt to hide assets in a divorce
Tax returns, pay stubs, and other financial records may provide clues for people in New Jersey who are concerned about…
Obtaining financial records is a critical step before a divorce
Everyone has heard horror stories about divorce gone wrong. From tales of good parents cut off from visitation with their…
Rules surrounding child support
Many parents in New Jersey find the rules surrounding child support payments to be confusing, especially when it concerns the…
Enforcing child support payment
Even though the court may decide that a non-custodial parent is responsible for paying child support, it is not always…
Are you ready for the realities of co-parenting?
Divorce is a way for people to move on and find happiness again when a marriage fails. Unfortunately, for many…
Custody plans should honor stages of child development
New Jersey divorces of couples with minor children generally require the parents to prepare a custody and visitation plan for…
A basic guide for child support
When one parent gives money to another parent in order to promote the general health and welfare of their children,…
Understanding family court decisions in custody cases
Parents in New Jersey may wonder what exactly family court judges mean when they say that they make decisions in…
Planning to divorce? Take time to prepare
There is no way around it, divorce is complicated. Whether you have a house in Middlesex County along with three…
The potential impact of a custodial parent’s relocation
When parents in New Jersey and throughout the country get divorced, they must keep the best interests of their children…
Obtaining visitation during a divorce
When a New Jersey couple decides to get a divorce, determining how to split up time and parental responsibilities can…
Can you challenge a premarital agreement in a New Jersey divorce?
It has become increasingly common for couples to execute prenuptial agreements prior to legally marrying. New Jersey calls these documents…
The important parts of a New Jersey child custody schedule
If you’re the “custodial parent” of your child, then he or she will spend the majority of time living with…
Research suggests joint custody is better for children
One of the most contentious issues for divorcing couples in New Jersey is often child custody. While there is a…
Managing divorce and alimony under the new tax law
Starting on January 1st, 2019, couples getting a divorce in New Jersey will have to be mindful of new rules…
3 tips to set up success in a co-parenting situation
The co-parenting relationship you have with your ex has a significant impact on your children. Whether the effect on your…
How does DNA testing affect child support cases?
New Jersey parents who are involved in child support disputes might need to seek a DNA test to confirm paternity.…
What is at stake in a child custody hearing
When parents in New Jersey decide to separate, they may have very different plans for their future roles in their…
Holiday time parenting in New Jersey after a breakup
While separation and divorce are never easy for a New Jersey family, the difficulties and adjustments can be especially tough…
These questions will determine if you can receive child support
Most single parents who are struggling to make financial ends meet will want to know if they can receive child…
What to do about a 401(k) in a divorce
A New Jersey couple going through a divorce may need to split a 401(k) account. To do this, either the…
Some divorcing parents try ‘birdnesting’
Many parents considering divorce in New Jersey are concerned about how their decisions will affect their children. Families often have…
4 preparation tips for your child custody hearing
When you can’t reach an out-of-court settlement related to your child custody disagreement, you’ll need to have a child custody…
What to consider when keeping the family home after a divorce
Determining whether or not to keep the family home can be one of the biggest decisions a former New Jersey…
Answer these questions when negotiating a parenting agreement
Once you decide to divorce, it’s important to do whatever you can to maintain stability for your children. It’s not…
Do parents who share joint custody pay child support?
Many parents in New Jersey share joint custody of their children. Joint custody involves approximately equal parenting time and legal…
Changing the visitation schedule with a noncustodial parent
When it comes to visitation issues with a noncustodial parent, New Jersey court decisions are based on the best interests…
What happens to a couple’s frozen embryos in a divorce?
As technology advances, couples are increasingly turning to alternative methods of procreation. Some couples pursue the path of embryo cryopreservation—a…
Activities to enjoy with your child on visitation days
If you’re a single parent who has recently received the right to visit with your child, there’s a chance that…
Are you trying to negotiate your child support amount?
It’s human nature to save and acquire financial resources. When a New Jersey resident is a parent and responsible for…
On what can I spend my child support money?
Many people wrongly believe that parents should only use child support money to pay for a child’s bare essentials like…
3 reasons why spouses end their marriages
Imagine that you and your spouse share several children together and own your white-picket-fence home. Your children are doing great…
Child custody and unmarried parents
When two people aren’t married, but they have a child together, the mother will usually receive sole physical custody automatically.…
Is the other parent capable of meeting your child’s needs?
When debating what type of child custody is best for you and your soon-to-be ex, it’s important to consider the…
What if my ex-spouse was abusive? Can I prevent visitation?
Even in cases where the other parent of your child committed and/or was convicted of domestic violence, a New Jersey…
Did you include these items in your parenting plan?
When it comes to organizing a parenting plan, two parents sharing child custody have a lot to keep in mind.…
Can I end my marriage without getting a divorce?
Marriage is a legally-binding arrangement, and in nearly all cases, a divorce is required to bring the marriage to a…
What does the mediation process look like?
Nearly every family law attorney will tell you that if you and your spouse can mediate your divorce, or find…
Could mediation work for you instead of a court divorce?
If you are on the cusp of a divorce in New Jersey and you don’t agree with your spouse on…
Who gets the house in a typical New Jersey divorce?
For many married couples, the home they live in represents the biggest asset they own. Most people spend thirty years…
Understanding the most common custody outcomes in N.J. divorces
For many divorcing couples, custody of the minor children from the marriage is the most contentious and emotional issue. Both…
Could mediation save you both time and money during divorce?
You’ve reached a point where you know that your marriage isn’t salvageable. Sometimes, a marriage dies slowly over the years,…
Tri-custody is gaining acceptance by the courts
Unique circumstances can arise in family law courts — circumstances that the current laws and regulations don’t speak clearly about.…
October is domestic violence awareness month
Domestic violence is a serious problem in the United States, just as it is throughout the world. If you or…
New Jersey’s child custody rules
Just about every parent has a deep and passionate connection to their children in New Jersey. As such, if you’re…
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Our law firm approaches family law problems holistically. That means we offer more than just short-term legal advice. We understand…
You may need to request a child support modification
Even after a divorce, it goes without saying that you still want to be a great parent. This can mean…
Think about the type of adoption you are considering
The process of adopting a child is filled with decisions. One of the decisions that you have to make involves…
VIDEO: LaRocca Hornik Rosen Greenberg & Patti LLC is a family law firm
Although many spouses just want to move through a divorce quickly, the decisions made in the proceeding will shape your…
How to get approval to relocate with your children
Imagine you just got the job offer of your dreams. The problem is, it’s in another state, and your child…
Can I really get a simple, inexpensive divorce?
We’ve all heard stories about awful, protracted divorces or witnessed a divorce that turned south and got messy and expensive…
What equitable distribution means for your divorce
When you first got married, you thought it would last forever. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Now that…
Divorcing a spouse with addiction issues
Anyone who has tried to maintain a relationship with a spouse who is out of control with addiction to drugs…
Do you have children? Consider the benefits of divorce mediation
Are you faced with the divorce process? Do you have a child (or more than one) with your soon-to-be former…
Protecting your interests with a postnuptial agreement
Divorce involves extremely complicated financial issues that usually revolve around property, children, and investments. While not all marriages end in…
Try these 3 methods for working out a parenting plan
Working out a parenting plan can be difficult. You and your ex may not agree, and you might think that…
What your ex’s boyfriend could mean for your alimony payments
Alimony can be a burden on your finances. Even though you are legally required to pay it, chances are you…
3 reasons why marrying couples should get a prenup
A prenuptial agreement refers to an agreement between two spouses that describes the financial consequences of a divorce. Marrying couples…
How will divorce impact my health insurance?
Without a doubt, the process of divorce is very complex and stressful for all parties involved. If you’re going through…
How to break the news of your divorce to your kids
Undoubtedly, one of the most difficult things a parent can do is break the news of divorce to his or…
5 strategies for staying calm during a divorce
Divorce is one of the most difficult and emotionally trying events for those involved. Managing your emotions and stress is…
How social media can harm your divorce
In the past, gathering information for divorce proceedings would involve either gathering the information yourself or hiring a private investigator.…
The role of a forensic accountant in a divorce
For many divorcing couples in New Jersey, dividing assets from the marriage is a fairly easy process. However, if you…
Does Child Support Include Car Insurance for a Child
Issues pertaining to child support are plentiful in New Jersey. The expenses of a child vary and never stay constant,…
5 issues that are common in older divorces
If you are over 50, going through a divorce presents several different issues than it does for younger couples. Although…
19 is the New Age for Child Support Termination
In the past, children in New Jersey did not become emancipated for purposes of child support simply by reaching the…
4 things that may indicate your spouse is hiding assets
If your relationship is breaking down, there is a possibility that your spouse is taking steps to hide assets from…
Four steps to prepare for your divorce
During the merriment of the holidays, many people put off making hard decisions. For those in unhappy marriages, one of…
Domestic Violence – Getting Texts into Evidence
Domestic violence cases are inherently evidence-dominated hearings. Evidence issues have recently become a hotly debated topic, specifically, what steps the…
Consider mediation for a more civil divorce
If you are like many, you probably associate divorce with a stressful event full of long drawn out court battles…
Three key reasons why you need a lawyer to handle your divorce
If you are interested in obtaining a divorce, you may have the temptation to file it using documents provided by…