The legal divorce process begins when one spouse files a “Complaint for Divorce” with the Superior Court of New Jersey; but outside of the courtroom, we recognize that coping with divorce is not easy to do. Whether it is amicable or not, it marks an end of a love that once existed; which can be… Read More
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What is the Difference Between Collaborative Divorce and Divorce Mediation
New Jersey couples that are seeking to dissolve their marriages without the stress and of litigation often turn to alternative resolutions such as collaborative divorce or divorce mediation. The goals of both approaches are to allow couples to reach mutually satisfactory settlements in the divorce process (instead of the unpredictable outcomes in court), save money,… Read More
Bankruptcy After Divorce: Hire An Attorney Before You File!
Emotional and financial duress is common in a divorce which is why bankruptcy often goes hand-in-hand with divorce. Bankruptcy after divorce can surface many complicated issues and it is not uncommon for one or both spouses to file for bankruptcy; but the timing of when you file can affect your divorce. Unfortunately, when adding another… Read More
Finding Humor through a Divorce
Divorce is one of the most stressful things children and adults go through. Anger, hurt, sadness, confusion, frustration and resentment are very real (and reasonable) emotions throughout the entire separation process. Yes it’s true, divorce is not funny, but sometimes you have to laugh to get through and lead a joyful life again. Staying stuck… Read More
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Grandparents can make a very positive impact in a child’s development, especially when the child does not live with his or her immediate family members. Today, we are seeing an increasing number of “grandfamilies” or households in New Jersey in which custodial grandparents fill the role of parent for their grandchildren. Custodial grandparents are best… Read More
Same Sex Divorce in New Jersey
Going through the divorce process is difficult for anyone. A partnership that was meant to last a lifetime ends abruptly due to irrevocable differences, leaving both parts of a couple to make new plans and move on. Same sex couples, in particular, face their own unique challenges. Now that same sex marriage has been legalized… Read More
Celebrity Divorce: Walmart Heiress’ Ex Wants His Share
Paige Laurie is a Walmart heiress, which means she has a lot of money. So when she and her husband Patrick Dubbert got a divorce, he signed some legal documents asking for a small percentage of it, according to TMZ.com. The thing is, a small percentage of her fortune still comes out to about $400… Read More
8 Ways to Rebuild Your Life After Divorce
Initially, divorce can be devastating to all parties involved. The key is to move on afterward. While moving on is probably easier said than done, do not give up hope. You are capable of more than you may realize. Once the divorce process is finalized and you have said goodbye to your divorce lawyer, take… Read More
The Difficulties Associated with Negotiating a Divorce Settlement Agreement
By its very nature, divorce is a legal proceeding that is fraught with emotional issues that sometimes can cause the individuals involved to take positions that do not represent their best interests and are often times opposed to what is best for them and their family. When an individual is going through a divorce they… Read More
The Important Role that a Divorce Attorney’s Secretary has in the Handling of Your Divorce Case
When going through a divorce, it is very important that the individual not only has a good relationship with his or her attorney, but that he or she also has a good relationship with the attorney’s support staff, inclusive of junior associates and the secretarial staff. The matrimonial secretaries at Villani & DeLuca, P.C. have… Read More
