The New Jersey divorce process can be quite complicated depending on the situation of the divorcing spouses, their families, and their financial situation. One of the primary concerns for the majority of divorce proceedings is coming to a legal and enforceable divorce settlement agreement. These agreements are where spouses can lay out the terms of their divorce […]
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements are frequently used marital agreements that allow spouses to control their marriage and the terms of their potential divorce. However, not all prenuptial agreements are created equal. The state of New Jersey has a very specific set of guidelines that govern how legal marital agreements must be drafted, signed, and what terms […]
During the course of divorce proceedings, all assets or debts accrued during the marriage must be divided. Business assets, owned businesses, and investments are no exception. However, owned business property division has the potential to be quite complicated when considering the many variables involved. A qualified and experienced divorce attorney will be able to help couples navigate the equitable […]
New Jersey divorce law can be quite confusing. As part of the divorce process, couples or individuals must decide to file a no fault or fault divorce, which allows both parties to state the reasons they are filing for divorce, otherwise known as the grounds for divorce. For no fault divorce, grounds for divorce will not “fault” one […]
A commonly asked question when it comes to New Jersey divorce is: can I get a divorce if my spouse does not want one? The simple answer is yes, it is absolutely possible to successfully file for and be granted a legal divorce with or without the cooperation of a spouse. However, it is important […]
A major part of many divorce proceedings for New Jersey spouses is the issue of property division. The equitable distribution of marital assets can be a long and legally complex process, often involving owned real estate, business assets, retirement assets, and much more. What is often forgotten during this process is the division of existing debt. Most American […]
When navigating a life-altering event such as a divorce, most individuals experience a series of physical, psychological, and emotional changes that can have a dramatic impact on overall health. According to the American Institute of Stress, divorce is the second most stressful life event many of us face, only coming in behind the death of […]
The financial implications of divorce are many. While you are in the midst or in the immediate aftermath of divorce proceedings, you may have questions about what impacts your divorce may have on filing for your federal, state, and local taxes. Today, Union County divorce and family law attorney Edward Cooper will be addressing some of the concerns his clients commonly […]
It’s often easy to be overwhelmed by your divorce, so much so that you lose sight of the many benefits divorcing can have for you. As much as divorce can drain you emotionally and financially, it can also create some interesting opportunities for you. When everything is said and done, it is important that you […]
If you are seriously considering a divorce, it is important that you are prepared as best you can be both financially and emotionally. Divorcing is a life-changing process, and it is important for you and your children that you are ready and able to make the transition as smoothly as possible. Let’s take a look at […]
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