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There are several advantages that come with being the first to file for divorce in NJ. If you file first, you set the tone for your split. Read more about the advantages that come with being the first to file.

Petrelli Previtera, LLC, a respected family law firm, proudly announces opening its third New Jersey office in Atlantic County. The new office, situated at 210 New Road, Suite 15, Linwood, NJ 08221, marks the firm’s continued expansion, strengthening its presence in New Jersey and providing legal support to families in the South Jersey shore region. […]

Divorce is usually not a simple and easy process. Even if there are no children, the couple still needs to sort out the division of their assets. This process can be even more complicated when a couple has significant assets. Whether you and your spouse own a business, properties, offshore bank accounts, 401(k) accounts, investments, […]

You and your spouse have decided it is time to go your separate ways. Emotions are running high, and much of life may seem uncertain right now. Should you stay in your home once this monumental decision has been made? For one spouse, the answer used to be an emphatic no as New Jersey divorce […]

Divorce is an inherently complex process for most couples. However, by definition, a complex divorce involves substantial assets or high-income for one or both spouses.  Complex divorces usually include the division of professional practices, family-held businesses, large estates, and marital assets with a high valuation. Even when both spouses are willing to cooperate, these divorces […]

Obtaining a professional degree is hard work that requires dedication and sacrifice, not only for the student but also for their spouse. Not to mention, it can also be quite costly and burdensome on the family budget. The courts realize that some spouses put their loved one through an expensive and time-consuming degree program only […]

No matter how long a couple is married or what their financial state is, a divorce requires them to identify, value, and divide their assets. If their finances involve only bank or retirement accounts, this can be a simple process. However, if they have a business, the division of business interests can become complicated. In […]

We’ve been seeing some memes circulating – they’re total “fake news.” They’re sporting fancy logos and graphics, shared by what appears to be a legit website, when it’s really just a “fake news” site. What’s worse is that some really smart people (hello, you savvy attorneys, doctors and close relatives) share it, because they wrongfully […]

Navigating the New Family Dynamics Divorce takes its toll on the entire family. Not only are you struggling to find a new normal, but so are your kids and maybe even your pets, especially temperamental cats. Once the emotional turmoil has subsided and you are into a new routine, you discover something new again — […]

Understanding the Cost of Divorce in Pennsylvania in 2024: What to Expect Many prospective clients ask us: How much is a divorce in Pennsylvania? The quick answer is that in PA the average cost of a divorce in Pennsylvania ranges from $14,300 without children to $21,500 with children, according to widely referenced research. However, while […]