Domestic violence is a serious issue concerning all segments of our society. It affects couples, their children, friends, relatives and employers. New Jersey courts take allegations of domestic violence very seriously and have established protocols in place to protect victims. In order for an act to be considered a domestic…
For many couples experiencing marital difficulties and facing the end of their relationship, divorce mediation can be an appropriate alternative to litigation. While mediation may not fit every situation, for couples who are prepared to address all of the issues related to their relationship, a mediator can often assist in…
Over the years there have been evolving standards used in judicial determinations as to what grounds will be sufficient to permit a parent to relocate out-of-state with their child. Presently, New Jersey has two different standards to apply when these types of matters come before the court. A determination first…
Each spring thousands of New Jersey high school seniors undergo the process of applying to colleges and universities to continue their education. The cost of college tuition, room and board and related expenses can be exorbitant. While the financial strain of funding a child’s higher education to intact families is…
One of the greatest concerns to individuals who are divorcing or contemplating divorce is the possibility that their spouse is hiding or dissipating assets. While such conduct may be the exception rather than the rule such actions on the part of one spouse can have extreme financial consequences to the…
Tax season is now descending upon all of us and for individuals either planning to file for divorce, or those who are presently in the midst of divorce litigation, understanding how your current marital status can impact your tax liability is of significant importance. While each individual’s specific circumstances are…
A recent New York Times article discussed the increasing national trend of older couples divorcing. In New Jersey, as well as nationally, “Grey Divorces” are becoming more common and, as a result, more socially acceptable. Over the last 15 years there has been a marked increase in the number of individuals…
By: James McGlew The perils of getting married without a prenuptial agreement were made clear this week with the news of the divorce of billionaire Harold Hamm. Mr. Hamm, Chief Executive Officer of Continental Resources, was ordered to pay nearly $1 billion to his now ex-wife in one of the…
By: James McGlew On September 10, 2014, Governor Christie signed into law A845 which makes significant changes to New Jersey alimony law. The reformed alimony statute will dramatically impact the way spousal support is calculated going forward. Important changes to New Jersey alimony include: The elimination of “permanent alimony” which has…
In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent landmark decision in , the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) ruled that same-sex marriages will be recognized for federal tax purposes, even if the married couple is domiciled in a state that does not recognize…