
What Are Special Considerations And Steps Involved In A Same-Sex Divorce in New Jersey?
Same-sex divorces in New Jersey are generally subject to the same laws and procedures as different-sex divorces. However, there can be some unique considerations that might come into play:
Marriage Duration: Same-sex marriage was legalized in New Jersey in 2013, which means that even though some...Divorce Rates Peak in August: Thoughts to Consider This Summer
A University of Washington study found that divorces consistently spike during the months of March and August, with each spike resulting from a period of convenience placed between the rituals of the holidays.
The summer is a time of family vacations, pool parties, and fun in the sun. Kids...
Benefits of a No-Fault Divorce
There are two different avenues through which a couple can obtain a divorce, a fault divorce, and a no-fault divorce. A fault divorce is when a person is seeking to end a marriage due to some type of “wrongdoing” such as like adultery. A no-fault divorce doesn’t require any wrongdoing. Instead,...
How to Speak With Your Children About Divorce
A divorce is a difficult time for many families. There are many things to keep in mind when going through such a challenging time, not only for yourself but for your children as well. Below are tips and recommendations on how to handle divorce best for your family.
One...
Dissolving a Marriage In New Jersey: Annulment vs. Divorce
An annulment and divorce both allow you to end a marriage, but there are many differences between the two. A civil annulment nullifies the marriage, essentially treating it as if it never existed. In New Jersey, an annulment occurs when a marriage is void or voidable from the beginning due to some...
High Net Worth Divorce Issues
Generally, high net-worth divorces involve cases where the marital property is valued at over one million dollars. Although they involve all the same aspects as a regular divorce, including New Jersey’s law requiring equitable distribution of marital assets, there are often additional intricacies that make high net worth divorces more complicated.
Benefits of Mediation in Divorce Cases
When handled properly, mediation has a high success rate of resolutions. Bozanian McGregor offers mediation services to those who are going through a divorce. Mediation allows divorcing couples to resolve divorce matters, including child custody, division of property, alimony, and parenting time. Our expert and experienced mediators will help both parties negotiate...
Separation vs Divorce: What is the Difference?
Some states, such as New York, recognize the concept of legal separation of married parties. New Jersey does not recognize legal separation, however, married parties in New Jersey have the option of entering into what is known as a “Divorce from Bed and Board.” Both parties must agree to enter into a...
How Divorce Affects Parents and Children: Enforcement of Child Custody and Parenting Time Orders
Divorce lawyers ensure that the parties’ custody and parenting time arrangements are reduced to a writing that can be enforced by a Court of law. Unfortunately, there are instances in which a parent fails to comply with the parties’...
ting time arrangements are reduced to a writing that can...
How Divorce Affects Parents and Children: Child Custody When Parents Do Not Agree
Unfortunately, not every family is able to reach an agreement as to legal custody, residential custody and/or a parenting time plan. In such cases, the parties are required to seek judicial intervention to determine custody of children.
Each party can submit a separate custody plan for the court to...