Category Archives: Divorce
May 24, 2019
What does imputation of income mean?
In a New Jersey divorce, it is crucial to know the income of both parties. It is equally important to know what each is capable of earning. The income of the parties must be known in order to resolve issues like alimony and child support. In many divorces, however, the income-producing spouse suddenly acquires…
File Under: Alimony, Divorce, Family Law, Matrimonial & Family Law
May 24, 2019
Same-Sex Marriages & Irreconcilable Differences in NJ
On October 18, 2013, the New Jersey Supreme Court recognized same-sex marriages in the State of New Jersey. As part of that decision, the Court said, “[S]ame-sex couples who cannot marry are not treated equally under the law today. The harm to them is real, not abstract or speculative.” The rights couples to…
File Under: Divorce, Family Law, Irreconcilable Differences, Matrimonial & Family Law, Same-sex Marriage
May 24, 2019
Custody & Parenting Time Orders – Sanctions for Violating
It is frustrating when the other parent constantly violates a clear Order governing custody and parenting time for my client. New Jersey court rules and previous cases provide for a host of remedies to enforce a Court Order. For example, a court can award compensatory parenting time in the event an Order is not being…
File Under: Custody, Divorce, Family Law, Matrimonial & Family Law, Parenting Time
May 24, 2019
What should you think about if considering a divorce?
While each case is different, there are general issues every client must contemplate when considering a divorce in New Jersey. Custody & Parenting Time The first and foremost consideration is if there are any children of the marriage. If so, the issues of custody and parenting time must be addressed. There are two different…
File Under: Alimony, Child Support, Custody, Divorce, Equitable Distribution, Matrimonial & Family Law, Parenting Time
May 21, 2019
What the heck is a QDRO?
Retirement accounts are often a divorcing couple’s largest asset – the home being another. A QDRO must be entered by the court to divide retirement assets during a divorce in New Jersey. What does QDRO stand for? Unless you are going through, or have gone through a divorce, you have probably never heard of a…
File Under: Divorce
May 13, 2019
Divorce Litigation v. Divorce Collaboration
In reality, the vast majority of divorce cases settle. It is a rare case that is tried to conclusion. The damage done to the parties and, more importantly, the children after a divorce trial is severe and pervasive. I would say it is probably so traumatic that one never truly recovers from the wreckage of…
File Under: Collaborative Law, Divorce, Family Law, Matrimonial & Family Law