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5/17/17
What is a “collaborative divorce”?You might have heard the term “collaborative divorce,” but what does it really mean? There are generally 2 options available for spouses seeking a collaborative divorce. The conventional collaborative divorce process as defined by New Jersey statute signed into law in September 2014 This process involves the use of a “team” with the shared goal of helping both spouses reach a mutually beneficial divorce agreement...Read More5/16/17
3 Secrets to Resolving Your Divorce without CourtMany people going through divorce simply leave it up to their lawyers to take action on their behalf. Many times the actions are in response to those by the other attorney or actions are taken with no long term strategy behind them. What is not commonly known, however, is that each and every action can potentially take you down a path towards either contested court...Read More5/12/17
3 Essential Actions To Take Right Now When Considering DivorceIf you are considering divorce, these 3 actions are essential for reaching a divorce settlement efficiently and amicably, while keeping you in charge of the outcome. 1. Obtain a copy of your credit report to identify of all debts in either your name or that of your spouse. You can simply access 2. Make a list of all assets that are either in your name...Read More5/10/17
Which Expenses Are Covered By Child Support Payments In New Jersey?Generally, divorced parents have a legal obligation under New Jersey Law to support their children until the children are emancipated. You can find out when a child is considered emancipated by reading my blog Unless both parents agree how the expenses for the children will be shared, the amount of child support for children under the age of 18 is generally determined by the New...Read More5/5/17
How to Get What You Want in Your New Jersey DivorceMany people considering divorce fear the unknowns commonly associated with the New Jersey divorce process. Many wonder what they will lose, and what they will be forced to give up or pay. Significantly, roughly 99% of all file divorce cases in New Jersey settle without a trial, so why not approach the process with what you want the outcome to be? I am a firm...Read More4/28/17
3 Powerful Ways To Experience Joy During And After DivorceIt might feel as if you’ve been blindsided or as if the rug has been pulled out from right underneath your feet. It was supposed to be “til death do us part” yet now it feels like your life is all of a sudden outside of your control and you feel powerless and somehow lost. Nothing makes sense anymore. There is one thing, however, that...Read More4/25/17
The 3 Keys to Successfully Mediating Your Divorce in New JerseyThere is apparently a widespread misconception that if you are contemplating divorce, you have two options – either to hire lawyers and fight in court or go to mediation and save money. What you might not know is that having a lawyer does not mean that you can’t engage in mediation with your spouse. In fact, it can be very helpful if you each have...Read More4/20/17
Dealing with Your Ex During and After Divorce: The Secret To Keeping Your CoolIt can be extremely frustrating when your ex makes you so angry – perhaps you say something you later regret especially when your son or daughter overhears. Or you get so mad that you can’t stop thinking about what a jerk (or worse) he or she is – you tell everyone around you and it consumes you. Though you might not realize it at the...Read More12/2/16
10 Simple Ways to Create Positive Energy Today (and Every Day)Simply pick up the day’s newspaper as you sip your morning coffee and you’re likely to be hit head on with headlines shouting out the latest shootings, crime sprees, terrorist threats, and disgraced politicians. Later that evening, you tune in to your usual news channel only to think to yourself “oh no, it’s gotten worse!” More of the same… Remember the classic song lyrics performed...Read More11/9/16
Can You Litigate and Still Negotiate Your New Jersey Divorce?The New Jersey Divorce Court system can be an extremely scary unknown process. After all, unless you’ve personally been through it, there is no way to know the ins and outs of how the process works. Put Your Trust in the Right Attorney Each divorce is uniquely different and each should be approach with a customized strategy that benefits your particular situation. That’s why it’s...Read More