Divorce

Parental alienation occurs when a parent influences a child to reject the other parent without justifiable cause. This may occur through actions such as pressure or constant criticism and often results in the destruction of the parent-child relationship. If parental...

Asset hiding has been going on as long as asset division itself. People engage in this activity for various reasons, though it is illegal regardless of the reasoning behind it. Still, anyone going through divorce should understand what asset division is, how people...

When going through divorce, if you have the option of going a more amiable route, it can save you time, money and hassle. In these options, you may want to consider mediation. But what exactly does a mediator do in a divorce situation? What is their function and...

Now that your divorce has concluded, you are probably looking forward to living the next chapter of your life without your ex-spouse in it. Still, you have heard some rumors that he or she hid money from you during your divorce. If your ex had a secret bank account...

When your New Jersey marriage ends, it may be because your one-time partner cheated on you, lied to you or otherwise broke your trust. You may feel understandable animosity toward the person who wronged you. However, it is important that you remain aware of how any...

When you and your New Jersey husband or wife decide to end your marriage, you may have concerns about your financial big picture. When you anticipate spending your life with someone else and then suddenly have to plan for life on your own, you may need to take extra...

When your New Jersey marriage ends and you are nearing the age of retirement, you may wonder whether you are going to have enough money available to you during retirement to maintain the standard of living you enjoy now. Many people who divorce late in life share...

Conscious uncoupling is a process created by Kathrine Woodward Thomas. She developed the five steps to help couples end their marriages with less stress and strain. The Guardian explains conscious uncoupling is about managing the relationship between you and your...

When it comes to assigning alimony, the court will consider need. Not every couple will have a spousal support award, especially if there is no apparent need. NJ.com explains the needs of each party are only one factor the court considers, but it often plays a big...