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There is no singular right reason to get divorced.  In fact, there are a multitude of reasons why people seek to divorce their spouses.  Those reasons include but are not limited to acts of infidelity, domestic violence, feelings of being underappreciated, and simply falling out of love to name j...

There are many reasons to suspect your marriage may be in trouble.  Odds are if you think it is in trouble you are probably right.  Common sense is a good guide in analyzing whether or not you should be contemplating a divorce.   Ask yourself the following questions:  is your subconscious telling...

There is really no easy way to tell your spouse that you want a divorce.  Each relationship is different and the manner within which you elect to inform your spouse about your decision to divorce is dependent on the nature of the relationship you have with your spouse. In situations where your sp...

In order to file for divorce in New Jersey a number of forms need to be completed.  Those forms consist of a Complaint for divorce, filing letter to the court, Certification of Notification of Complimentary Dispute Resolution, Confidential Litigant Information Sheet, Certification of Insurance, ...

The answer to this question should be what you are entitled to.  Determining what you are entitled to requires you to consult with an experienced divorce lawyer.  You do not get a do-over in a divorce proceeding so it is important that you get it right the first time.  When contemplating a divor...

Anyone contemplating filing for a divorce should be able to get a consultation very quickly.  If you are unable to get a consultation at least over the phone within a day or two of contacting the attorney, that may mean that the attorney is too busy to effectively handle any new divorce cases at...

How much does a divorce typically cost is a somewhat difficult question to answer. The honest answer to this question is it depends on the particular facts and circumstances of each case. In a situation where both parties to the divorce agree on all outstanding issues in all likelihood, they wil...

A divorce can be finalized very quickly in New Jersey if the parties are able to agree on all issues and they retain experienced divorce lawyers to assist with the preparation and finalization of all paperwork. It is possible to complete a divorce from the date of initial filing to the date of t...

This question is often asked by individuals contemplating filing for divorce. The simple answer to this question is at the very least you should speak with an experienced divorce lawyer before making the decision as to whether or not you can process your divorce on your own. An analogy that is s...

In the event both you and your spouse agree on all issues there is a good chance you will be able to process your divorce on what is called an uncontested basis. An uncontested divorce consists of one party filing a complaint for divorce, the other party filing the appropriate responsive pleadin...

At your first mediation session the divorce mediator should explain to both you and your spouse in detail how the process works. The mediator should also explain his or her fee structure as well as the estimated cost associated with conducting the mediation. After explaining both the process and...

When starting the divorce mediation process it is imperative that you know what to ask for.  An effective mediator will help guide you through the process and make sure that all applicable issues are addressed.  But just to be on the safe side you should at least have some working familiarity wi...

After the divorce mediation process has been successfully completed the remaining steps required to finalize the divorce are merely procedural.  What this means is that a complaint for divorce needs to be filed along with all of the other required documentation, which consists of various affidav...

Divorce mediation is an outstanding option to seriously consider when going through the divorce process.  This is especially true if you have children.  One of the major pitfalls associated with a litigated divorce is the emotional scarring that will remain for years to come afterwards.  It is n...

The value of a Divorce support group when going through the divorce process A divorce support group is a place where an individual who is going through a divorce can share his or her experiences without fear of being judged.  Part of the value of a divorce support group is that it demonstrates t...

In New Jersey, a child cannot unilaterally determine which parent he or she will live with once the divorce is finalized.  Once the child turns 18, the child then has the ultimate say on where he or she will reside.  Before attaining the age of 18 a child will have at least some level of input a...

In a New Jersey divorce involving children, there are two major aspects of custody that must be resolved.  The first being legal custody.  In New Jersey joint legal custody is awarded by the courts the vast majority of the time.  Joint legal custody means that both parents have an equal say in a...

Without question a divorce is one of the most if not the most traumatic events that will occur in your adult life.  A divorce involves a combination of both highly emotional and financial issues.  In order to not only survive the process but to come out of it ok, requires a lot of thought and pl...

The fastest way to get a divorce would be for you and your soon to be ex, to agree on a mediator.  Divorce mediation is a process wherein the parties meet with an independent third party, the mediator, who assists them in preparing the terms of settlement which will govern the divorce. If the pa...

When contemplating a divorce a number of decisions need to be made . One of the most important decisions involves how the divorce will be processed . Do the parties wish to proceed by way of litigation which is costly, time consuming, and has solutions imposed on the them or will the parties sel...

When going through a divorce it is important to remember the long-term ramifications of any decisions that you make . Oftentimes people are emotional when going through this process and they make decisions that they do not realize will affect them for many years to come . In order to avoid makin...