Multiple couples from the popular reality TV franchise, including “The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” are in the midst of divorces. Some are divorcing because of alleged affairs and others seemingly for irreconcilable differences. The emotional anguish is frequently splashed across the tabloids ...
Many couples headed for divorce do not look forward to a lengthy and often contentious court proceeding. Are you and your spouse among them? Mediation is an alternative to litigation and may be the best way to dissolve your marriage. Effective communication If you and your soon-to-be-ex can work ...
The old year is ending and a new one is about to begin in New Jersey. With the beginning of 2019 comes the implementation of new tax laws that determine how large an estate can be before it is subject to the federal estate tax. The estate and gift tax exemption for 2019 is $11.4 million. To bette...
Divorce in New Jersey is seldom entered into lightly and can be further complicated if children are involved. Child custody issues can hold up proceedings and cause what can be a lengthy process to be even longer. While couples may come to an agreement on custody issues on their own, there can be...
Dying without a will or trust in place has gotten a lot of attention in recent months and years as several prominent people have died without a will or a trust. Estate planning is vital to ensuring that one's final wishes regarding health care directives, burial plans and so forth are carried out...
Having a will or trust in place can be important for anyone living in New Jersey. Most people have assets or other property they would wish to protect. Estate planning can be particularly important if one is a business owner and has other family members involved in the business. If a person dies ...
Some of the biggest news stories about estate planning are about celebrities with a significant amount of assets that did not sit down with an attorney to discuss who inherits their property. It can become a financial and legal nightmare when the heirs are left to deal with the decedent's mistake...
Ending a marriage can be an expensive undertaking in New Jersey. In addition to the legal fees incurred during the divorce negotiations, there may be additional expenses of alimony and child support. These are typically paid out over time on a monthly basis and can go on for many years. Is there ...
The decision to end a marriage is seldom entered into lightly in New Jersey. When a couple decides to divorce, there are different options that can be exercised as to how divorce negotiations will proceed and to what extent the courts will be involved. Arbitration is one such option that reduces ...
It's October and the holiday season will soon be here. It is often said, by people young and old in New Jersey, that they just have too much stuff. There has been a move of late to give to charitable contributions in lieu of gifts to loved ones. Another option would be to get the young adults in ...
Divorce and remarriage in New Jersey are very common in this day and age. Complex family structures are often one result of this phenomenon. One result of all of this is more complex estate planning. When both partners have offspring from prior marriages and possibly children together from the ne...
In recent years, a New Jersey teen sued her divorced parents for tuition support payments and won. The case gained international news as it raised questions over whether parents —divorced or not — should be legally required to provide financial support for their children through college. If you a...
With the increasing amount of divorcing marriages in the country, the states have incorporated more ways for couples to separate depending on the condition of their marriage and their properties. Litigation can be costly and leads to intense arguments in the courtroom, but it might be the best op...
Few things in life are guaranteed in New Jersey, but death and taxes are among them. According to one 2017 report, more than 50 percent of Americans have not established a will or a trust and many of those will die without establishing an estate plan that could leave their heirs with a hefty tax ...
The decision to divorce in New Jersey is seldom made lightly. Once the decision has been reached, there are a number of issues to be addressed. Not least among these is the division of assets. Among assets that are occasionally overlooked in divorce proceedings are items such as life insurance po...
A person in New Jersey feels he or she has done a great job of planning for his or her future. Estate planning has been thought out and put in place and life is good. Time passes, things change and an estate plan may need attention to ensure it is still serving a person well. There are certain as...
Divorce brings with it many financial concerns and considerations in New Jersey. People considering divorce may want to establish some level of financial independence prior to a divorce. There are many options and issues to be considered. One of the first things to do to obtain financial independ...
Grandparents across New Jersey often experience the sad process of the divorce of a child and their spouse. Though the attendance of family events and the stress of custody now infiltrates your daily life, you prove most affected by not seeing the grandchildren you love so dearly. In New Jersey, ...
The divorce process formally starts when a person files for a divorce. However, what a person does prior to this filing matters considerably. What preparations individuals make once they decide a divorce may be necessary can significantly impact how the divorce process ends up going for them. We'...
As a new parent, you may feel as if you are trying to squeeze 48 hours of work and family time into a 24-hour day, and trying to do so on minimal sleep can prove physically and emotionally taxing. Given all the new responsibilities you have recently taken on, you may not be thinking too much abou...
If you are like many people who are about to get married, you may feel as if you have no need for a prenuptial agreement. Maybe you have full faith in your marriage and you do not plan to divorce, or perhaps you do not feel as if you have enough assets to warrant one. Creating a prenuptial agreem...
In general, the divorce process can be complex and confusing. To help alleviate some stress and financial strain, some divorcing couples consider alternative methods to complete the divorce process, such as mediation. Couples who are considering their options may find it helpful to explore the me...
An estate plan is an excellent way for you to ensure the proper distribution of your property once you die. While you may be aware that wills and trusts are parts of successful estate plans, you may not be fully aware of their uses. Will and trusts have distinct purposes and differences. There ar...
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