When filing for divorce, you must state a clear reason for the dissolution of your marriage. In the state of New Jersey, there are nine acceptable reasons, known as grounds for divorce. No Fault Grounds for Divorce The two most common grounds for divorce in New Jersey are both “no fault” reasons. No Fault simply […]

When seeking a divorce in New Jersey you must provide the state with a legally acceptable reason to terminate your marriage. These reasons are called grounds for divorce. New Jersey recognizes both at-fault and no-fault grounds for divorce and civil union dissolution. Adultery is an at-fault ground. Alleging Adultery in Divorce The divorce process has […]

Debt may be as common as a Big Mac from McDonald’s, but it doesn’t mean it’s greatly appreciated – or even understood, for that matter. Throw in a division of debts secondary to a divorce and things get really complicated really fast. New Jersey divorce courts are swamped with husbands and wives bickering over assets, […]

The awarding of temporary and permanent alimony in divorce cases can be rather simple or rather complex depending on the length of the marriage and the complexities of each case. When awarding alimony, courts first look at what type of alimony is being sought: permanent versus temporary. Permanent alimony is that which is awarded during […]

If financial circumstances change for you or your ex-spouse, either of you may request a modification of your spousal support order from the court. For example, if you are receiving alimony and you become unable to maintain the standard of living you were meant to have when the judgment was awarded, you may ask for […]