The right of first refusal is a legal provision that allows your co-parent the opportunity to be there for your children before deciding to leave them with a family member or hire a third-party childcare provider. Because spending time with both parents is generally...
Year: 2022
Couples choose mediation for its advantages over litigation
If you and your spouse are ending your marriage, you may believe that the next step is a traditional divorce in court. However, mediation is becoming increasingly popular among many divorcing couples due to its advantages over litigation. Working together Mediation...
How does unmarried child custody work in New Jersey?
During divorce, the prospect of arguing over child custody may sound both vital and arduous to you. There is a lot to unpack and discuss before the courts make a ruling in the best interests of your child. What happens when there is no divorce though? As the Center...
Updating beneficiaries and other executor responsibilities
An executor or personal representative has a number of responsibilities in administering the estate of a decedent. If you are about to assume the duties of an executor, how do you succeed in this role and keep from making mistakes? Stay organized The administration of...
What is a collaborative divorce?
Divorce is the path that some New Jersians traverse. An alternative resolution that keeps a couple out of court during a high-stress situation involves collaborating to end the marriage on better terms. The collaborative process effectively resolves significant issues...
How can you reduce conflict while parallel parenting?
When high-conflict couples divorce, the animosity does not always end. Despite having children together and how much both of you love your kids, you may struggle to work as a unit to care for your kids. According to WebMD, parallel parenting involves sharing...
Estate plan considerations for new parents
As a new parent, you have a lot of new responsibilities. One of those responsibilities is making sure your child has everything he or she needs if something happens to you. Review these four important estate plan considerations to ensure your child's well-being if you...
How can you heal after a divorce?
Divorce is emotionally challenging, even when it is in your best interests. While it is natural to experience regret after the end of an important relationship, you must also keep the big picture in perspective. Healing after divorce is possible when you make good...
What to include in a living will
Sudden, serious illnesses and injuries commonly cause people physical incapacity, mental incapacity or both. When those in such circumstances need lifesaving treatment or end-of-life care, they generally cannot make decisions or express them for themselves....
Other penalties associated with speeding
It is important to note that in addition to points on your license, you could face other penalties if charged with speeding. In fact, some drivers do not realize that speeding could lead to a jail sentence. Speeding charges can generate a lot of stress and...