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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 […]

Divorce can be hard on anyone. After all, if you are thinking about ending your marriage, you may have a variety of emotions, ranging from anger to depression. If you have children, though, you must realize that divorce can take a tremendous toll on their mental health. While you cannot completely eliminate all the negative […]

Though I’m a divorce and family law attorney, our firm also drafts wills for clients, and particularly after divorce when they want to configure who gets what in the event of passing on. In addition to being a lawyer, I’m also a proud stepmom to a high school senior here in New Jersey. My husband […]

Everything You Need to Know About Contested Divorce in PA When a couple decides to end their marriage, the divorce process will depend on how the parties handle all the issues related to their divorce. Uncontested divorces are processed much more quickly, are much less complicated, and thus are less costly than contested divorces. How […]