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08/26/2024

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08/19/2024

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08/13/2024

Whether out of state or across county lines, remote parenting can be a challenge.

Whether out of state or across county lines, parenting can be a challenge. Reasons for LD Parenting, whether permanent or temporary can be diverse. New employment Job transfer/promotion for parent or parent’s spouse Educational pursuits Remarriage Caretaking of a relative Ways to accomplish succes...

08/01/2024

The emotions surge well before the legal process and last long after it's over.

Divorce is more emotional than legal, starting long before the divorce and lasting long after. Tips to manage the normal extreme emotions can help you heal.

07/24/2024

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Divorce mediation is also a process that allows couples to meet with a neutral, a person who facilitates their discussions as to all issues and assist them in resolving them. The couple generally works solely with the mediator. For the right couple, they can come to terms in a cost effective way. It...

07/17/2024

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07/17/2024

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07/13/2024

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07/11/2024

You’re in the middle of a job search and a simultaneously. If you have an interview, you’re probably wondering how much of your personal issues you should divulge.

Going through a divorce can cast a shadow on other parts of your life. Should you mention it during your job search? Here's what you should consider.

06/25/2024

How should I prepare to meet with my new about or ?

How should I prepare to meet with my new lawyer about separation or divorce? Google your lawyer for reviews. There may be a mix of good and not so good. Ask your lawyer about them. Determine if your lawyer charges a consultation fee. Some charge a reduced fee for the first meeting. Remember that fre...

06/17/2024

Surveys show that the rate of in families with a child with may be as high as 87%.

Special considerations to provide a safe and secure family restructuring.

06/07/2024

Great video explaining how Collaborative Divorce works?

This short video produced by the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals discusses why families in conflict should consider the collaborative pr...

05/20/2024

Don't go through this alone. Take care of yourself emotionally and physically.

Going through a separation or divorce can be very difficult, no matter the reason for it. It can turn your world upside down and make it hard to get through the work day and stay productive. But there are things you can do to get through this difficult adjustment.

05/06/2024

It’s very traumatic for both parents and especially for children and it’s not an application that should be made lightly.

A Monmouth County Judge is guided by statutes and case law. For any issue that’s before a court, the judge takes into consideration the factors in the statute, fact sensitive information, custody evaluations, the testimony of witnesses etc. The judge has to weigh each of the factors and all of the...

04/23/2024

Grandparents feel emotional ups and downs as they watch their adult child and grandchildren all work through the transition of .

If you are a grandparent whose family is experiencing a divorce, here are five tips for how you can be there for your family during this challenging time.

04/21/2024

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04/21/2024

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04/09/2024

Collaborative divorce is a process, just as litigation is a process. is the traditional method for .

Collaborative divorce is a process, just as litigation is a process. Litigation is the traditional method for divorce. Collaborative divorce has been available in New Jersey since 2014 by statute and practiced in many parts of the world, not just the United States. It essentially allows both parties...

03/26/2024

There are ways to help your kids cope with the upheaval of a breakup.

Divorce can be especially tough on kids. But there's plenty you can do to help them cope.

03/14/2024

Whether out of state or across county lines, parenting can be a challenge.

Whether out of state or across county lines, parenting can be a challenge. Reasons for LD Parenting, whether permanent or temporary can be diverse. New employment Job transfer/promotion for parent or parent’s spouse Educational pursuits Remarriage Caretaking of a relative Ways to accomplish succes...

03/05/2024

The New Jersey Council of Collaborative Practice Groups Joins Divorce With Respect Week Initiative

03/03/2024

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01/23/2024

Do you have to agree to a that your is asking for?

Only one party needs to file in New Jersey and pursue a divorce. If parties agree to divorce, even reluctantly, they can select a process that will keep them out of litigation. Either mediation or collaboration will allow parties to stay away from the courthouse which is the most expensive way to ge...

01/11/2024

How do divorced or separated couples share children’s’ extracurricular activities (Sports, theatre, dance, etc.).

“Extracurricular” means outside of the regular program of school courses. It includes sports and separate lessons to prom dresses and tuxedos and everything in between. The list can be quite long and parents have to decide what is included or excluded before they decide how they will share the c...

01/03/2024

If you are considering or for your it helps to be prepared.

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12/18/2023

is difficult on parents and may be even more difficult on children.

Divorce is difficult on parents and may be even more difficult on children. Here are 8 tips to help your kids manage the divorce process. Tell your children about the divorce as soon as possible. If possible tell them together and explain the divorce to your children in terms of how the divorce affe...

12/05/2023

One of the challenges of is helping your children to live in two different homes.

Living in multiple homes can be hard for anyone. It’s even more difficult for children of divorce. If you are living in Monmouth County and are considering divorce, there are a number of strategies that you can use to help your children live happily across two homes. Here are some important ideas ...

11/21/2023

Powerful words about the benefits of .

This is message from a couple, “John” and “Jen” (their names have been changed) in a collaborative divorce to their friends. They have committed to this process to maintain the relationship that they want and need for their children. They have experienced anger, disappointment, mistrust and ...

08/25/2023

Having to deal with the possibility of foreclosure is a frightful challenge. Here are some tips.

There are numerous options for dealing with foreclosure during divorce. Seek a Loan Modification or Refinance the House Does one of the parties in the divorce want to stay in the property that is at risk of foreclosure? Depending on the separate property and financial assets of each party, it may be...