Among the many issues that must be addressed during your divorce, critical decisions must be made with regard to insurance. Obviously, insurance can take many forms, encompassing homeowner’s insurance, auto insurance, health insurance, and others that protect you and those you love in the event of an accident, injury, illness, or other potential challenge. When dealing […]

In a landmark decision, a judge in the Ocean County Superior Court, Family Division, affirmed the inclusion of criminal coercion among the predicate acts of domestic violence, an addition which was secured through formal amendment of the New Jersey Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (N.J.S.A. 2C:25-19(a)) in August of 2015. The decision clarifies the definition […]

When domestic violence arises in any context, these issues can be traumatic and life-altering. Incidents of domestic violence often act as precursors for divorce, while they also occur among former spouses and during highly contentious divorce proceedings. When allegations of domestic violence are levied, the legal implications can be extensive, manifesting in criminal charges, restraining order hearings, and even affecting […]

Divorce is a highly individualized experience, and our reasons for arriving at this life-altering decision are as diverse as our responses to the divorce process. Often, individuals undergo an evolution of feelings during and after divorce, experiencing a series of emotions that are similar to the five stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. […]

In a stunning new decision, a Superior Court Judge in Ocean County ruled that a noncustodial parent can make child support payments directly to his or her child under certain circumstances. The aforementioned case, Kayahan v. Kayahan, was decided by Ocean County Superior Court Judge Lawrence Jones. His unpublished ruling, which was recently released, provides the court with […]

The sustainability of life after retirement has become an increasingly salient issue, as Americans live longer lives, face higher medical costs, and deal with the reality of economic uncertainty as they age. Although a myriad of factors have contributed to the fact that more and more Americans are at risk of running out of money […]

Unfortunately, losing people that we love is an inevitable fact of life. At times, they bequeath us property, valuables, or money to show their love as they pass on. If you are undergoing divorce or the dissolution of a civil union, questions surrounding your inheritance often become relevant to the division of assets process. In order […]

Our increasingly interconnected world has made relocation a reality of everyday life. We move from state to state, and even from country to country, for job opportunities, romantic relationships, lower cost of living, access to extended family: the reasons are many and varied. Any decision to relocate has significant implications for your life; however, these decisions become […]

After making the decision to divorce, the inevitable question is: “what’s next?” The first and most important decision that you can make is to consult with a knowledgeable divorce attorney, who can serve as your guide and your most valuable asset throughout the divorce process. An experienced divorce lawyer can answer your questions, discuss your options, […]

When your divorce involves children, the value of planning cannot be overstated. This critical component of the divorce process is most readily manifested in a co-parenting plan that outlines the way in which parents will share the responsibility of raising the children during the period of separation and after divorce. A co-parenting plan provides structure for […]