Tag Archives: equitable distribution
September 22, 2023
FAQ Friday: What is Mediation?
Today’s FAQ Friday features Amy Shimalla addressing the question: What is Mediation?
File Under: Amy Shimalla, Mediation
September 20, 2023
Rights of Unmarried Couples When the Relationship Ends
In New Jersey, divorces of married couples and civil union couples are subject to certain financial rights and obligations that unmarried couples do not acquire, even if they lived together and supported each other in a long-term relationship. Traditional divorce law regarding alimony and distribution of assets do not apply to unmarried couples. For example,…
File Under: Amy Wechsler
January 31, 2023
Jeralyn Lawrence Interview by Jessie Frees of WMTR 1250 AM Radio Station – Part V
Jessie Frees of WMTR 1250 AM Radio Station’s host of Ask The Expert interviewed Jeralyn Lawrence, a New Jersey Divorce and Family Lawyer. This is Part V of a five part series of transcripts from the radio interview with Jeralyn. Ask The Expert Host Jessie Frees of WMTR 1250 AM Radio Station Interview with Divorce…
File Under: Alimony, Divorce, Equitable Distribution, Family Law, Jeralyn Lawrence
July 24, 2022
Getting Ready for the Financial Side of Divorce
Preparing Financially for Your Divorce Divorce is not only an emotionally and personally taxing time; it is also a major financial milestone. With approximately half of all marriages ending in divorce, this financial transition can be all too common, and many people leave their divorces with greater financial stress and more difficulties in planning for…
File Under: Divorce, Equitable Distribution, Marital Settlement Agreement
July 16, 2022
Key Issues When Childless Couples Divorce
Divorce for Couples Without Children When people think about difficult divorces, they may first consider estranged parents. After all, these couples must continue to co-parent together even after their own relationship has come to an end, and matters like child custody and support can lead to conflicts during negotiations. However, couples without children also face…
File Under: Divorce, Equitable Distribution, Marital Settlement Agreement
July 1, 2022
Watch Out for These Often-Hidden Assets
These Marital Assets Can Stay Hidden During a Divorce Financial issues can be some of the most contentious aspects of a divorce. Make sure to be aware of these types of assets to protect yourself from an unfair outcome. When a couple makes the decision to divorce, the financial aspects can be some of the…
File Under: Matrimonial & Family Law
April 8, 2022
When a Business Owner Divorces
Dealing With Your Business in a Divorce When New Jersey business owners decide to divorce, they may face particular challenges that can lead to significant concerns about the future of their company as well as their economic future. Business owners, majority shareholders, board members and CEOs may all have unique concerns about how their divorce…
File Under: Equitable Distribution, Family Law, Marital Settlement Agreement
September 22, 2021
When Should You File for Divorce?
Can Timing Affect Your Divorce Filing? When people decide to divorce, they may be tempted to file right away to begin the proceedings. After all, the faster the papers are filed, the more likely it is that the divorce will be finalized quickly. However, it is important to remember that divorce is not only a…
File Under: Divorce, Equitable Distribution