It’s very common for newly engaged couples in New Jersey to shy away from any discussions about prenuptial agreements. Although around half of marriages end in divorce, no one wants to think that their marriage is going to be on the failing side. Bringing up a...
Make sure not to overlook these assets during divorce
When it comes to the division of assets, some get overlooked or assumptions are simply made by the divorcing couple. They know that they will divide specific marital assets such as the home, real estate and retirement accounts as long as they are marital property. But...
How to broach the prenup conversation with your partner
Are you getting married in New Jersey and considering a prenuptial agreement? Is your partner uneasy about the conversation? You're not alone; it's a common scenario. However, leveraging a few communication tips may help the situation. Prenups are becoming more...
Why engaged couples create prenuptial agreements
Planning for a wedding in New Jersey is fun and exciting. Engaged couples are in love, and they usually don’t want to think about anything going wrong. That’s why a lot of couples don’t even consider a prenuptial agreement, even though these documents can be...
Should you get a prenup for a second marriage in New Jersey?
People who get married a second time later in life tend to worry more about retirement. Prenuptial agreements might be a good idea in New Jersey. Related areas of family law include divorce, custody and domestic violence restraining orders. Why decide on Prenuptial...
What can happen to my pension if I get divorced?
Splitting up property in a New Jersey divorce requires you to account for everything you and your ex own and sorting those assets into marital and nonmarital property. With few exceptions, most things you acquired during your marriage are marital property. Under state...
Why you might want to have a prenup
Historically, prenuptial agreements have been seen as something that rich people create before their wedding days. However, there are many good reasons why anyone could benefit from such an arrangement. Generally speaking, New Jersey law recognizes the validity of...
Protecting real estate assets in a divorce
New Jersey real estate investors may be concerned about the effects of a divorce on their portfolios and future business. For anyone, the end of a marriage can be a challenging time, with significant practical and financial consequences alongside the emotional and...
Do you have to worry about your assets during grey divorce?
As a grey divorcee, you are in a much different place in life than a younger couple in their 20s or 30s. Even couples in their 40s will likely have a different set of potential hurdles to deal with. And what are your unique hurdles? Unfortunately, most of them revolve...
What concerns do grey divorcees face?
As divorce rates continue to slowly climb across the country, all age groups see an uptick in divorces. This includes "grey divorcees": a term coined to refer to divorcing couples aged 50 and up. Despite the popularity and increasing number of grey divorcees, there...
