To outsiders, it may seem that you have “the life.” After all, you own a big house and drive a fancy car. However, as trite as it sounds, money doesn’t buy happiness. If you’re about to become a party to a high-net-worth divorce, you most likely know it firsthand. In fact, you might consider the abundance of assets as part of your problem. For certain, wealth is a relative term. It could be that ..

If you haven’t already figured it out, New Jersey family law has its share of catchphrases. You might already have some inkling about the significance of your marital standard of living. However, when does it come into play? More importantly, what determines how you lived as a couple? Establishing a marital standard of living is a critical factor in many cases involving child support or alimony (spousal support. ..

As you look back, you are surprised you dismissed the signs. You also aren’t sure how long you can go on living with a narcissist. It’s not just he or she is ruining your marriage. It might seem as though your whole life is falling apart. Unfortunately, your visions of the future are more than bleak. Just about everybody has heard about narcissistic behavior. Admittedly, some people are pocket psychologists ..

There’s one thing for certain. If go through the time and expense of entering into a premarital agreement, (http://www.stoialaw.com/prenuptial-postnuptial-agreements) you want to make sure it’s actually enforceable. Otherwise, your efforts may literally feel like a waste of money and time if your marriage doesn’t work out. First, a little background about prenuptial agreements. You might think they t ..

Just about everybody has heard the acronym “DYFS,” which stands for the Division of Youth and Family Services. However, many do not realize changes that went into effect in 2013. In addition to revamping other aspects of the state agency, DYFS became the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P) (https://www.nj.gov/dcf/about/divisions/dcpp/). However, your most important consideration is likely h ..

Few things compare with the stress of getting a divorce. It’s not just the process of separating and seemingly taking on a new life. No matter how long you’ve been married, you’ve accumulated “things.” Figuring out who gets what can be a challenge. If you and your spouse can’t come to terms, there is an alternative. But, do you really want the judge to divide up your property? You mi ..

Just about everyone can recite the old children’s rhyme. However, many question the validity of sticks and stones breaking bones and words never hurting. When it comes down to it, words are pretty powerful. And, a great many restraining orders are granted based on the potency of words alone. Although New Jersey law (http://lis.njleg.state.nj.us/nxt/gateway.dll?f=templates&fn=default.htm&vid=Publish:10.10 ..

Admittedly, combining the words amicable and divorce seems counter-intuitive. After all, what could possibly be friendly about the end of a marriage? However, it does happen. For many couples looking to split, an amicable divorce is also cost-effective. Just because it makes sense to split on good terms doesn’t mean it’s easy. Consider one celebrity divorce story. According to gossip rags, Gwyneth Paltrow ..

More than likely, you already know that a final restraining order (FRO) is pretty serious. First, there must be evidence of at least one predicate act of domestic violence. There is at least one other factor involved as well. The concept of negotiation when it comes to the entry of a restraining order may take you by surprise. Is it really possible to strike up any kind of bargain? The "Prevention of Domestic Violence  ..

Some would say it’s a long time coming. From all appearances, it looks like New Jersey Surrogacy Laws are about to change. Just last week, both branches of state government approved a bill (http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/A2000/1704_I1.HTM) regarding gestational carrier agreements. During Governor Chris Christie’s tenure, he vetoed two bills on the issue. Nevertheless, by all appearances, Governor Phil  ..