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The coronavirus pandemic has impacted almost all areas of our lives. For some, the impact on home life has forced them to reevaluate certain relationships. If you’re one of those people and you’ve determined that your marriage is broken past the point of repair, you may be concerned about your…
Most of us will probably never live the high-flying lifestyle of celebrities, but there may still be things that people of all walks of life can learn from a celebrity divorce. In the case of the divorce of one of the Real Housewives of New Jersey, that lesson is the…
Opinions are like noses… almost everyone has one, but they usually have a couple of holes in them. That’s true when it comes to estate planning. You may hear some “financial guru” on the radio opining that you don’t need an attorney when it comes time to create your will;…
Historically, adultery has been something that could have a legal impact in two different ways: one in the area of family law and the other in the area of criminal law. Here in New Jersey, criminal penalties for adultery were abolished decades ago. An extramarital affair can still have an…
When you divorce the mother or father of your children, you may feel a strong desire to make sure that both of you have an active and hands-on role in raising your children. Some parents may promise to continue living near each other and may even put that promise in…
If you know a bit about how alimony works in New Jersey, then you know that the lifestyle a couple enjoyed during their marriage (sometimes also called the “marital standard of living”) is a very important factual factor the judge will consider in making an alimony award. So, whether you…
Two of the most common questions when it comes to estate plans are: do I need one and, if I do, when should I start? For the vast majority of people, the answers to these questions are quite simple. They are “yes” and “now.” Nearly everyone can benefit by doing…
Engaging in proper estate planning can benefit almost all New Jerseyans. It can allow you to ensure control of your assets, benefit the people and charities you hold dear and maybe even save your family money when it comes to so-called “death taxes.” There are various methods and processes that…
Opinions about revocable living trusts vary, even among legal professionals. Many attorneys will focus upon the multiple potential benefits a well-written trust can unlock. Opponents may highlight the damage that a poorly written trust can do. In reality, the key to having a revocable living trust that is successful is…
It’s been more than a decade and a half since hip-hop star Kanye West scored a hit song that opined that a “prenup… [is] something that you need to have.” Today, more and more people are agreeing. The group leading the current surge to acquire prenuptial agreements is, according to…