Blog: Divorce

Divorce and Real Estate in New Jersey: What Happens to the Family Home?
Mar 18, 2025
Divorce Understanding New Jersey’s Equitable Distribution Laws New Jersey follows the principle of equitable distribution when Key factors influencing the distribution of the home include: The length of the marriage Each spouse’s income and financial contributions The needs of any children from the marriage The standard of living established during the marriage Future earning potential of both spouses It’s crucial to determine whether the home is marital property or separate property. For instance, i...
Navigating High-Conflict Divorces: Legal Strategies for Custody and Asset Division
Oct 16, 2024
Divorce In this blog, we’ll explore legal strategies for high-conflict divorces and how a divorce lawyer can help you manage these challenges in New Jersey. What Constitutes a High-Conflict Divorce? A high-conflict divorce occurs when the parties involved have ongoing disputes that cannot be resolved easily through negotiation or mediation. This often involves intense disagreements over important issues such as: Child Custody Asset Division Alimony/Spousal Support Child Custody in High-Conflict Divorces Child custody The child’...
How Property Is Divided in a New Jersey Divorce: Equitable Distribution Explained
Aug 21, 2024
Going through a What Is Equitable Distribution? Equitable distribution refers to the fair, though not necessarily equal, division of marital property between spouses during a divorce. Unlike community property states where assets are typically split 50/50, New Jersey law allows courts to distribute property in a way that is deemed fair, based on various factors specific to each case. Importantly, "equitable" does not mean "equal," and the division will depend on your unique circumstances...

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