A divorce can be a messy ordeal, especially if there is disagreement over the ownership of shared belongings. It is easy to assume that both parties understand what's theirs no matter what happens. Neither wants to spend an excessive amount of time, energy, and money...
High Asset Divorce
How a CDFA can help you through divorce
You're faced with divorcing your spouse in New Jersey and hear all sorts of terms, including Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA). Is this term real, and furthermore, are the services of such a person legitimate and worthy of yet another expense in your divorce?...
How can excessive spending affect a divorce?
Divorce is a challenging time for New Jersey couples whose marriages are coming to an end. While the emotional and personal sides of divorce can be particularly difficult, the financial aspects can have long-lasting impacts that linger well after the feelings have...
3 guidelines for using social media during your divorce
Social media sites give you the opportunity to reconnect and maintain relationships with family members and friends, especially with those who live far away. And if you are like most other Americans, social media is part of your daily life. In a recent survey, the Pew...
How may I protect my assets in the event of a divorce?
If you or your soon-to-be spouse are bringing significant assets into your planned marriage, you may wish to consider taking a proactive step to protect your finances in the event of a divorce. Before exchanging wedding vows, you and your future spouse may sign a...
How can a court protect my joint bank account?
If you and your spouse have decided a divorce is in order, you have an interest in protecting as much of your assets as you can. You do not want your spouse to make off with money that a judge would award you in your property settlement. This applies to assets that...
Experts recommend using mediation for divorce
Mediation is a legal alternative to traditional courtroom litigation reserved primarily for civil cases. Over the past two decades, the use of mediation is on the rise, particularly in divorce cases. Couples use mediation for their divorce because of its many...
Why are more young couples getting prenups?
Not every New Jersey couple that ties the knot will remain with their partner for the rest of their lives. No one wants to enter a marriage believing it will end. However, studies show that younger generations are facing that possibility head-on. Business Insider...
Should you join a divorce support group?
There is a lot you will ask yourself if you ever go through a divorce. You will have questions related to child custody and how you will divide your retirement savings. However, there are some questions you may not immediately ask yourself but are nonetheless...
Selling the family business is only one option in a divorce
If you are facing divorce, you may have significant assets to divide with your soon-to-be ex-spouse. If your family business is one of those assets, its fate may be the most important consideration when you reach the property division stage of the divorce proceedings....
