As a trained mediator and divorce attorney in Freehold, NJ, I often recommend that clients seek an uncontested divorce in New Jersey if at all possible. Uncontested divorces tend to be cheaper, faster, and less contentious, allowing all parties involved to get through this legal process with the minimal amount of stress and conflict. While
6 Warning Signs of Divorce: How To Know If Your Marriage May Be Headed For Divorce
Relationships are complicated. Even the most stable and healthy marriages will experience ups and downs, and it’s not always easy to tell when a marriage is in trouble. In fact, many people don’t realize their marriage is in trouble until it’s too late. And while it is not uncommon for a spouse to be blindsided
Judicial Vacancies Are Stalling Divorce Cases in New Jersey – Avoid the Problem with an Uncontested Divorce
As recently as August 9, 2022, news reports indicated that New Jersey had a serious number of vacant judicial positions. The president of the New Jersey State Bar Association says that 68 of the 463 Superior Court judgeship seats, or 15%, are currently vacant. This problem is creating a major backflow with cases, including in
Child Support in New Jersey: Dealing with All the Extras
Child support in New Jersey helps to ensure that children receive the financial support they need, even if their parents are no longer together. However, the rules regarding child support can be complicated, especially when dealing with extras like school tuition, college costs, or extracurricular activities. The court can make determinations, or a family can
Planning a Vacation After Divorce: Everything You Need to Know
After a couple of years of isolation, you might be itching for a vacation. This can also be the perfect way to bond with your children after a divorce and create new memories. However, like many things, divorce can make the process of planning a vacation more difficult. You need to know the rules to
Don’t Make These Divorce Mistakes That Can Jeopardize Your Case
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
