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Prenuptial agreements protect your assets and clarify expectations before marriage, but not everything qualifies for inclusion. New Jersey law, like most states, imposes restrictions on what you can include in a prenup. Understanding what’s off-limits helps avoid...
Considering divorce in New Jersey requires more than just deciding to move forward—you must meet the state's legal residency requirements. These rules determine whether a New Jersey court has jurisdiction over your case. How long must you live in New Jersey? To...
Dividing assets during a divorce can raise complex questions, especially when inheritance is involved. You may wonder whether your spouse has a right to money or property a family member left to you. The answer depends on how you treated that inheritance during the...
Divorce is already stressful, but when abuse allegations enter the picture, things can change quickly. You may wonder if those claims can speed up the process. The short answer is yes, but it depends on several factors. How abuse affects divorce timelines In New...
Intellectual property (IP) includes patents, trademarks, copyrights, and creative works like books, music, or software. IP can increase in value over time, making it harder to split fairly during divorce. New Jersey residents need to understand how a court may value...
Prenuptial agreements set financial expectations before marriage, but circumstances change. Many couples wonder if they can modify a prenup after tying the knot. The answer depends on state law and mutual agreement between spouses. In New Jersey, courts uphold...
Divorce can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to become a fight. Collaborative divorce helps spouses resolve disputes without going to court. This process promotes cooperation, open communication, and fair agreements for both parties. How does collaborative...
Spousal support, also called alimony, helps one spouse maintain financial stability after a divorce. The length of support depends on several factors, including the length of the marriage and each spouse’s economic situation. Types of alimony in New Jersey New Jersey...
If you and your spouse started a business together during your marriage, the end of that marriage could leave you wondering what will happen to the company you built together. Splitting a business during the divorce process requires careful thought and planning. What...
Financial abuse happens when one partner controls or restricts the other’s access to money or economic resources. This form of abuse can be subtle or extreme, but it always seeks to create dependence. Financial abuse often appears in domestic violence cases and may...