New Jersey Family Law

When planning to get divorced, where you get divorced can matter. Each state has unique laws regarding matters of marital asset division, spousal support, child custody, and more. Each state has different precedents for how it handles certain cases. If you want to file your divorce in New Jersey, you will first need to meet […]

New Jersey is not a community property state; it operates under the system of equitable distribution. This distinction is crucial for understanding how property is divided in the event of a divorce. Community Property vs. Equitable Distribution Community property states generally split marital assets and debts equally (50/50) between spouses upon divorce. In contrast, equitable […]

Property Division: The Fate of Your Marital Property Post-Divorce When it comes to family law in New Jersey, a common question we hear is, “Is New Jersey a 50/50 divorce state?” Individuals wonder how their assets and property will be split in NJ during a divorce. To answer this question, let’s explore how New Jersey […]

Can a marital settlement agreement be changed? There are several situations where a party may be dissatisfied with their Marital Settlement Agreement (MSA). One of the most common is when there has been a significant change in circumstances since the agreement was made, such as an increase or decrease in income. Another common cause for […]

When beginning discussions about child custody with a co-parent, it’s common to have questions regarding New Jersey law and how it affects parental rights and custody arrangements. One important question is whether New Jersey follows a 50/50 custody model. The answer, unfortunately, is not a simple yes or no. What is 50/50 Custody? 50/50 custody, […]

How long should you be separated before divorcing in New Jersey? When does a separation become too long? If you are in a long separation, these are important questions to ask. There are sometimes good reasons to remain separated without divorce for some time, but unfortunately, 87% of separations still end in divorce. In most […]

When a couple decides to end their marriage, it becomes necessary to divide the marital assets. This includes accounts, property, and investments. New Jersey follows the principle of equitable distribution for dividing property, meaning that the asset division may not necessarily be a flat 50/50 split. Instead, each spouse will retain their own premarital and […]

Couples in New Jersey have several options when seeking a divorce. They can file right away, citing reasons like addiction, desertion, or adultery. Or, they can separate and live apart for 18 months before filing for divorce based on separation. In the first case, the client and their New Jersey family law attorney work together […]

When a marriage stops working, often the best way to find relief is to live separately. While separation is not necessary to file a divorce in New Jersey, it is a common practice because it can reduce strife and help both spouses prepare to live independently after a divorce. Separation also leaves the door open […]

How to Avoid Paying alimony in NJ In New Jersey, the term used to refer to financial support paid by one spouse to another after divorce is “alimony.” While some states use the term “spousal support” or “maintenance” interchangeably with alimony, New Jersey primarily uses the term “alimony” to describe this financial obligation—so, in New […]