In the last few decades, technology has grown at an exponential rate. It is no wonder then that spouses who are getting divorced may be affected by technology in new ways. Many people live their entire lives online. This allows them to connect with others even if physical distance is between them. However, it can
5 Critical Steps to Take at the Start of Your Divorce
The decision to divorce will forever alter your life, so it’s crucial that you move forward with a plan and take steps to protect your legal interests. At the Law Office of Andrew R. Fischer, we can guide you through this critical time of your life. You can also take the following steps to
How to Minimize the Drama During Divorce
Divorce can be a dramatic experience. However, that doesn’t mean it has to be a drama-filled production fit for a reality television series. Often, when divorcing spouses are battling tooth and nail, the only ones who benefit are the divorce lawyers. However, you can flip the script and substantially decrease conflict during your divorce by
Divorce Document Checklist: Everything You Need
If you are considering divorce, getting your documents in order now can save you time and frustration later. Once the announcement of divorce is made, things might change in the household, and some of the documents you need might come up missing. Before meeting with a lawyer for the first time, you can begin gathering
How Cohabitation Affects Alimony in New Jersey
Few issues are as contentious in New Jersey family law than alimony. Many ex-spouses believe that they will continue to pay alimony until their spouse remarries. However, there are some times when alimony may end before this time. One of these times is when the spouse receiving alimony cohabitates with another person. However, just because
5 Essential Things to Know About New Jersey Alimony
Alimony is one of the most contentious issues involved in divorce. No one wants to pay it, but everyone thinks they’re entitled to it. Historically, alimony was created to help prevent women who had put their own careers to the side to support their husbands and care for their children from becoming financially destitute. The
How to File for a Divorce in New Jersey
Filing for divorce in NJ is relatively simple. If you hire a divorce attorney in Freehold, NJ, he or she will prepare, file, and serve your divorce papers for you. If you want to know how to file for divorce in NJ on your own, continue reading. First, you should understand that “filing for divorce in NJ”
New Jersey Divorce Process Explained
The New Jersey divorce process can be a Pandora’s box for someone who is unfamiliar to it. Uncertainty and confusion cause unnecessary stress during a divorce, so having at least a basic understanding of the divorce process is important. With less stress and confusion, you’ll be able to move forward with confidence. This is just one
Decisions Made During a Divorce
Thinking about just one decision during a divorce can be overwhelming, let alone thinking about the many decisions you will ultimately have to make. This checklist provides a list of major decisions commonly made during divorce. The checklist is not comprehensive, but provides a good framework for what many divorce agreements consist of. If you have any
What Happens To Retirement Accounts In a Divorce?
In New Jersey divorce proceedings, retirement savings are considered assets subject to equitable distribution. This means that the money you and/or your spouse saved in retirement accounts during the marriage will be divided upon your divorce. The laws governing the distribution of retirement accounts are very complex and they vary by account type (i.e., defined
