It’s that time of year again — Tax Day! When it comes to filing and paying taxes, things work a bit differently when you’re divorced. In today’s blog, we’ll go over how to file taxes after getting divorced. The first thing to keep in mind is that it doesn’t matter how long you’ve been married. …
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If you and your former partner share a child together, one of you will undoubtedly have to pay child support to the other. The State of New Jersey considers child support the right of the child, which means that the parents cannot agree to waive the obligation. Both parents’ incomes will be considered when making …
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If you have an obligation to pay alimony to your former spouse, the courts in New Jersey have the authority to adjust the payments in some circumstances. If circumstances change significantly after the initial settlement, the court can change the payment amount or stop payments altogether. A reduction in a paying spouse’s income due to …
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If and when a Final Restraining Order is entered in the State of New Jersey, it is, in fact, “final.” The restraining order is considered permanent and does not have an expiration date. It will remain in place until one or both parties seek a modification from the court to either change its terms or …
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It’s the start of April which means spring break is just around the corner. This is the time for children to unwind and take advantage of a week off from school. This week is supposed to be relaxing, so don’t put your child in a difficult situation by forcing them to pick who they want …
Angelina Jolie Provides Testimony About Brad Pitt’s Alleged Domestic Violence When celebrities go through a divorce, every step they take make the headlines, just like the one above. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are in the midst of what seems like a never-ending divorce. As you might be aware, their divorce has been ongoing for …
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With the COVID-19 crisis came the crash of the global economy. The federal government has promised to send stimulus checks to those who qualify. Some have already received the funds deposited directly into their accounts and others are still waiting. If you owe child support, the amount of your stimulus check may be impacted. But …
I suspect there isn’t a single person in the State of New Jersey, or the country (probably even the world) who hasn’t been affected by the notorious Coronavirus. In addition to the health crisis we are all facing, global markets have crashed and countless have lost their jobs. By now, we have all heard the …
When two people go through a divorce, or even if they were never married, if they share children, child support will be one of the most important issues to consider as part of their separation. Child support is generally paid by the non-custodial parent to the parent of primary residence and is considered by the …
One of the most common questions asked by a potential client during a divorce consultation: do I really need a lawyer to get a divorce? The short answer: YES! Although there is no legal requirement that you retain an attorney to represent you during your divorce, attempting to handle the complex legal system on your …