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When you and your spouse have been together for decades, it’s normal to feel like you’re stuck together. But divorcing when you’re nearing retirement or even after you’ve retired is possible. These divorces have been dubbed ‘gray divorces’ and as you might expect, they present some unique challenges for older couples. Here’s what your New… Read more

Uncontested divorces let you and your spouse divorce faster and with none of the hassle common to traditional divorces. While they’ll save you time and potentially money, uncontested divorces are still a lengthy process that you and your spouse will need to navigate. The best thing you can do prior to meeting with your New… Read more

Divorces can be stressful under the best circumstances, but when you’re trying to establish custody agreements with your ex-spouse, it can be an even tougher process. Some states try to simplify child custody issues by following a 50/50 custody arrangement as standard procedure. New Jersey law and courts prioritize the welfare of the child when… Read more

When you’re trying to navigate the divorce process with children, it’s normal to wonder how the court will view your suitability for custody. There’s a common perception that the court favors giving primary custody to mothers over fathers. While this may have been the case years ago, New Jersey courts have long since become more… Read more

When it comes to court-mandated visitation after a divorce, most people assume that visitation pertains to the child’s non-custodial parent. While this is certainly the most common type of visitation discussed post-divorce, the change in custody can also impact the child’s grandparents. While every state is different, New Jersey has some unique rules surrounding grandparents’… Read more

Making the decision to get a divorce is a big step, but for many couples who have simply outgrown their marriages or find that the relationship no longer benefits them, doing so can be a great option. And once you and your spouse make that decision, you likely want to get things over with as… Read more

Filing for divorce is stressful, but when you add the challenge of raising kids with your spouse, the process can be even harder. You want to do what’s right for your children and that often means cooperating and coordinating with your spouse even as you navigate divorce proceedings.  If you’re still reeling from initiating the… Read more

When spouses decide to get divorced and agree on all of the terms, they’re able to file for an uncontested divorce. This type of divorce allows you to work with a New Jersey divorce lawyer to reach agreements on the distribution of property, custody, and any other terms without having to go to court. But… Read more

The fair and equitable division of assets is a key component of every divorce, whether you’re pursuing an uncontested or traditional divorce. It requires that both parties are honest about their assets and disclose any potential joint property so the court can make a just decision. While many couples divulge everything, this isn’t always the… Read more