Divorce Topics

If moving after divorce can help you speed up your transition to your new life, you may actually be on the right frame of mind about it. You are having a hard time living in the same place with your spouse. Things aren’t the same and their presence reminds you of the past. In order […]

A close second priority to your health is your health insurance coverage. If your insurance is through the employer of your spouse, once your divorce is finalized, you will need to get your own insurance. Insurance must remain status quo during the divorce process. The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act or “COBRA” The court might […]

When you and your spouse picked up an adorable puppy from the shelter, you probably assumed your marriage would outlast the dog’s lifespan. Now that you are heading for divorce, though, you may have some concern about what happens to the pooch. Though every dog has a unique personality, they are property under Pennsylvania law. […]

If you are getting a divorce, take advantage of email. Emails can be used as evidence. An email exchange showing a spouse being unreasonable or disrespectful over a long period of time can impact the ruling of the court, say, for instance, in child custody proceedings. Judges do not tolerate this kind of behavior or […]

Date of separation has legal consequences. There are instances where you and your spouse may have made the decision to live under the same roof for financial or family reasons. In these situations, proving you are actually separated can be a challenge. Here are some do’s and don’ts to help prove that  you are living […]

It has been years since the U.S. Supreme Court effectively legalized same-sex marriage in its landmark decision, Obergefell v. Hodges. While thousands of LGBTQ couples have chosen to walk down the aisle during this time, many have also realized their marriage is irretrievably broken. If you are thinking of ending your marriage, you should realize […]

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When it comes to you and your loved ones, you want to make sure that you’re protected. With that being said, it is important to find a lawyer you can trust. The first step is setting up a confidential, in-person meeting. During that meeting, you will talk about your situation, family, children, and the things […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has put us all in uncertain times. But if you’re divorced or want to divorce, emotions can run even higher. Many people have reached out to us with important questions about divorce, separation, custody, support, and more. Below, firm partner Melinda Previtera answers some of the most pressing questions that have arisen during stay-at-home and shelter-in-place mandates.

There are several advantages that come with being the first to file for divorce in NJ. If you file first, you set the tone for your split. Read more about the advantages that come with being the first to file.