Alimony can end if your ex starts a new relationship that qualifies as cohabitation. Under New Jersey’s updated 2024 law, courts can review or terminate payments when that relationship looks and functions like a marriage, even if the couple doesn’t officially live...
When people join the military, they do not always know all the benefits they will get. After working hard for many years, they might still not know about the help available to them and their families. Military pensions are an important benefit. They give money to...
Military divorces often involve specific considerations due to the nature of military service and benefits. The following will explore the types of alimony used in these cases and the eligibility criteria for certain military benefits post-divorce. Types of alimony in...
Deciding on fair alimony in a New Jersey divorce is a critical step for both you and your former spouse. For the spouse receiving payments, it can be a vital lifeline. For the one making payments, it can be a source of financial stress. Understanding the factors that...
Child support in New Jersey does not end on its own when your child becomes an adult. You might assume it stops at a certain age, but state law sets a specific cutoff. You also need to take formal steps to end the obligation. Support will continue, and enforcement...
When you are on active duty, your focus should stay on the mission, not on whether your spouse back home filed for divorce or tried to change custody arrangements. The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) exists to stop legal proceedings from moving forward without...
Child support in military divorces in New Jersey involves unique factors. Military personnel face situations that affect how courts calculate and enforce their support obligations. Understanding these differences ensures the support arrangement meets the child’s needs...
If you are going through a military divorce or are a former spouse of a service member, understanding the Uniformed Services Former Spouses’ Protection Act (USFSPA) is important. This law provides a way for former spouses to receive a portion of a military retiree’s...
Child custody decisions in a military divorce involve a unique set of challenges and considerations. When a military service member and their spouse divorce, the presence of deployments, relocations, and the demands of military life can complicate child custody...
Unlike many other states, the Garden State does not recognize traditional legal separation for married couples. Instead, the state offers a divorce alternative known as “Divorce from Bed and Board” or “Limited Divorce.” This unique legal arrangement operates similarly...