As a separated or divorced parent, you know that you shouldn't criticize your co-parent in front of your children. Your ex likely knows it too. But your kids sometimes mention that their mom or dad said something negative or hurtful about you or your parenting. Maybe...
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Including alcohol, drug and tobacco use in your parenting plan
The provisions that you and your co-parent negotiate for your parenting plan should reflect your priorities and concerns when it comes to the well-being of your children. No two parenting plans look alike.Many parenting plans address is the use of alcohol, drugs...
Things to consider when divorcing with a baby on the way
Maybe you'd already begun divorce proceedings when you found out there was a baby on the way. Perhaps you and your spouse knew you were going to be parents, but you also knew that you couldn't remain married. Whatever the situation, divorcing while one of the spouses...
What is split custody and when should you consider it?
It's not common, but some parents choose a "split custody" arrangement when they divorce. This is when each parent has sole physical custody of one or more of their children. Sometimes, divorced parents will switch an existing child custody arrangement to split...
What happens when a parent who pays support becomes disabled?
Everyone, no matter how young and healthy they are, is just one accident or illness away from becoming too disabled to work for at least some period of time. If your co-parent on whom you rely for child support becomes disabled, what happens to you and your...
Keeping financial challenges at bay at the end of a marriage
It may come as no surprise that going through the end of a marriage can be a stressful and intimidating process. If you and your spouse decide to part ways, you might be wondering how the outcome of your divorce will affect your life and what steps you can take to...
Why business owners need a prenup
The best way to ensure that your spouse doesn't end up with a financial interest or decision-making power in your business if the two of you divorce is to deal with it in a prenuptial agreement before you get married.Whether you already own a business when you tie the...
Dealing with child support obligations after a job loss
A job loss is one of the most stressful events that people can experience. Often, people lose their jobs through no fault of their own. It can be devastating nonetheless -- emotionally and financially.Unless you're getting a generous severance package, you're going to...
Negotiating your parenting plan as a recovering alcoholic
If you're a divorcing parent who has struggled with substance abuse, you're not alone. It's one of the most common reasons that people divorce.If you and your spouse are in the process of drafting a parenting plan, it's essential to remember that even if you've gotten...
What to consider before going to court
When New Jersey couples decide to end their marriage and seek a divorce, there are different paths they might take. While each divorce case is unique, in the end, couples will either reach a settlement during the process or end up going to trial.Deciding to go to...