Remember that everything in a divorce is negotiable. We would certainly hope that, through negotiation, the parents themselves could come up with their own solutions for their children. Who better to decide the fate of children than their own parents? Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen because we see thousands of cases in courtrooms in California […]
Divorce Preparation and Settlement
Do children ever appear in court to testify in custody cases?
That is very, very, very rare. Most judges and family law layers would say that the worst place you can put a child is on a witness stand in a courtroom where that child is forced to testify right in front of mom and dad. The potential for emotional damage is overwhelming and we really […]
Suggestions to reduce the level of stress when you are going through a difficult divorce.
It may sound trite but it has taken me years to realize that you cannot change another person and, yes, it does include your spouse. I invite you to reflect on that, and once you embrace this realization, it will reduce your level of stress greatly. It will also make you feel happy and empowered […]
Selecting your Professional Divorce Team
How to choose the best possible advisors during your divorce – including a list of useful questions to ask when you interview these professionals.
How Cheating Could Affect your Divorce Case
Cheating or betrayal is one of the main reasons couples decide to end their marriages. A common question is: “How will this affect my divorce case?”
Is it better to get money from my divorce settlement in a lump sum?
I am expecting to receive some money from my divorce settlement. Is it better to get it in a lump sum or over time?
If I file for divorce, how can I protect certain assets from my spouse?
To protect assets, you should understand how property works in New Jersey. In the State of New Jersey, there are two types of ‘property’; Separate Property and Marital Property. Marital Property is defined as all property acquired during the course of the parties’ marriage. Both parties’ incomes earned during the marriage are marital. Retirement assets […]
Settlement or Trial: What is Best?
Settlement or trial? This is a hot debate when it comes to divorce. In most situations, it’s best to settle your divorce case rather than to go to trial. My comments on the benefits of settlement and the problems of trial are based on forty years of practice as a matrimonial lawyer seeing the best […]
My spouse and I have agreed to divorce and have reached an agreement
The fact that you and your spouse have reached an agreement on how you will care for your children is an accomplishment. In addition to being emotionally and financially draining for parents, litigating custody and parenting time issues can have a profound negative effect on children. While you do not need a written agreement, it […]
My spouse informed me that he wants to get a divorce
While your spouse may be genuine in his statement that you will be taken care of, you should not rely upon that sentiment without having an understanding of your spouse’s income and assets. If your spouse refuses to provide that information to you there is most likely a reason why. In such a scenario it […]
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