Unlike New York and other states, New Jersey does not have statewide or county-specific automatic temporary restraining orders that are in place upon filing for a divorce. ...
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Pre-Divorce Finances: Your Best Preparation
The best way to prepare financially before filing for divorce is to thoroughly gather all key financial documents and establish your own financial picture. ...
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The Purpose of NJ’s Early Settlement Panel (ESP)
The Early Settlement Panel (ESP) is a mandatory New Jersey court program designed to help divorcing couples resolve their financial disputes, such as alimony, child support, and asset division, without a costly, time-consuming trial. ...
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Starting Your NY Divorce: The Initial Steps
The New York divorce process begins by confirming you meet residency requirements, which vary, but often require one year in the state. You must then establish a legally acceptable ground for divorce. ...
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Starting Your NJ Divorce: The Initial Steps
To begin the divorce process in New Jersey, you must first satisfy residency requirements, which usually is established by living in the state for one year. ...
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How to Heal after Divorce and that Starts with Cultivating Gratitude.
Gratitude is more than a fleeting thank you, it’s a powerful practice that can rewire your brain for greater happiness and resilience. ...
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Benefits of Being Authentic
Being Authentic means “living in a way that is true to your own values, beliefs, and personality, rather than trying to be someone you are not.” When you show up in your divorce and in life as someone you are not it increases your stress, emotional fatigue and may contribute to long term ...
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Uncontested Divorces
An uncontested divorce is one where the parties come to filing having agreed on all issues pertinent to the situation, such as custody and visitation of children and equitable distribution of debts and assets. Spouses who have amicably come to terms with the end of their marriage and are ready to ...
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Celebrate the Holidays Together: A Guide to Parenting Time Arrangements
As the festive season approaches, our hearts are filled with the spirit of Thanksgiving and the magic of Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and Christmas. These holidays provide an invaluable opportunity for families to come together, create cherished memories, and continue the age-old traditions that make this ...
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Can Social Media Affect Your Divorce?
Did you know that your social media posts may be used as evidence against you in the court? A Family Law case in New York decided on March 19, 2019, ruled that status updates, location tags, private messages and even comments can be used as evidence to determine your suitability for custody.
This ...
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