Unmarried parents that do not live together can face certain challenges when it comes to making child custody and parenting-time arrangements. One of the first hurdles is paternity, since unmarried fathers are not assumed to be a child’s biological parent. Without proof, these fathers can be stopped from getting child custody and parenting-time rights. In […]
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Alimony in NJ: What You Should Know
A Guide to Alimony in NJ Questions or concerns about alimony? Call NJ divorce lawyer Katherine K. Wagner at 908-526-0099 for a consultation. What Is Alimony? In its simplest form, alimony is money paid by one spouse to another after a divorce. It’s also commonly known as spousal support. There are two main reasons people […]
How to File for Divorce in New Jersey
How to File for Divorce in New Jersey Five Steps to File for Divorce Spouses seeking a divorce in New Jersey must follow five general steps. This post will explore these steps in greater detail, and answer many other common questions about divorce filings in New Jersey. Gather Important Records Decide on a […]
New Jersey Child Support
Guide to Child Support in New Jersey How does child support work in New Jersey? New Jersey Child Support Guidelines Principles of Child Support in New Jersey The guiding principles of child support in New Jersey are that children should not be economic victims in a divorce; they are instead, entities who are entitled to […]
Grounds for Divorce in New Jersey
Grounds for Divorce in New Jersey Filing a complaint for divorce is the first step towards legally separating from your spouse in New Jersey. State guidelines require persons seeking a divorce from their spouse to state a reason they wish to leave their spouse. There are nine specific grounds to request a divorce in New […]
[Guide] Legal Separation in New Jersey
Legal Separation in New Jersey New Jersey is one of only six states without a formal separation process; in the eyes of the State of New Jersey, a couple is either married or divorced. This can prove to benefit many struggling couples, allowing them to amicably split without the need to petition a court. You […]
