Divorce Topics

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.

Divorce is usually not a simple and easy process. Even if there are no children, the couple still needs to sort out the division of their assets. This process can be even more complicated when a couple has significant assets. Whether you and your spouse own a business, properties, offshore bank accounts, 401(k) accounts, investments, […]

You and your spouse have decided it is time to go your separate ways. Emotions are running high, and much of life may seem uncertain right now. Should you stay in your home once this monumental decision has been made? For one spouse, the answer used to be an emphatic no as New Jersey divorce […]

Divorce is an inherently complex process for most couples. However, by definition, a complex divorce involves substantial assets or high-income for one or both spouses.  Complex divorces usually include the division of professional practices, family-held businesses, large estates, and marital assets with a high valuation. Even when both spouses are willing to cooperate, these divorces […]

Obtaining a professional degree is hard work that requires dedication and sacrifice, not only for the student but also for their spouse. Not to mention, it can also be quite costly and burdensome on the family budget. The courts realize that some spouses put their loved one through an expensive and time-consuming degree program only […]

No matter how long a couple is married or what their financial state is, a divorce requires them to identify, value, and divide their assets. If their finances involve only bank or retirement accounts, this can be a simple process. However, if they have a business, the division of business interests can become complicated. In […]

A house with a mortgage is a major asset during divorce. Many questions commonly arise regarding divorce and mortgage payments, such as who will own the house and how to change the name on the mortgage. Below, we address these and other concerns. If you are considering a divorce or have questions about dividing your […]

Prenuptial agreements, sometimes referred to as prenups, have risen in popularity over the past couple of decades. They are agreements signed prior to a marriage that specify who gets what if and when the marriage should end. If you did not have a prenup agreement when you got married, you still have options. Some married […]

For most couples, divorce doesn’t merely happen without warning. You see the signs and know your relationship is deteriorating. If you are seeing these signs and have a feeling that your marriage is nearing its end, now is the time to take steps to plan for your divorce and secure your future. One of the […]