As you work to navigate your divorce, you’re likely going to confront several complicated legal issues. Property division is amongst them. While this can be a hard-fought process, the outcome of which will shape your financial standing post-divorce, it can also be...
Property Division
When your art collection isn’t marital property
Divorce can be emotionally draining, and dividing assets, including an art collection, adds additional complexity. It's important to approach the division of an art collection in New Jersey with care and consideration, as the pieces may hold sentimental value and...
Can your ex lay claim to your retirement savings in divorce?
Few assets are more personal or more important to your future than your retirement savings. Your account may represent years of contributions and also possibly employer-matching benefits that increase your cash reserves for after retirement. The closer in age you are...
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?...
Understanding divorce real estate issues
Divorce can seem like a dark and turbulent time when your investments are at risk. Real estate investors in New Jersey need not lose a portfolio they have developed because of divorce. Understanding your rights will help you to retain your real estate holdings after...
Dividing passive and active assets in New Jersey divorce
In New Jersey, all marital assets are subject to equitable distribution upon divorce. This includes income from your active job or businesses or money made passively, like stocks, digital assets, etc. Here’s what to expect during your separation if you have such...
Don’t assume you can take over a mortgage after divorce
What happens to a marital home is one of many questions that will need to be answered as part of the property division process. In some cases, it may be in your best interest to assume the loan on the New Jersey property. However, there are several issues to consider...
Bringing up prenups with your fiancé
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...
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...
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...
