Interesting Fact About Bergen County Interesting Fact : Many people don’t realize, including residents of Bergen County, the not insignificant part the County played during the Revolutionary war. In fact, in the summer and fall of 1780, over 14,000 soldiers … Continue reading →
Bergen County Courthouse Did you know: The Bergen County Courthouse is located at the intersection of Main and Essex Streets. What most don’t realize, is that this location is actually the SIXTH courthouse for the county of Bergen. … Continue reading →
Did you know this about Bergen County New Jersey? Bergen County has produced scores of famous actors, actresses, musicians and celebrities. When asked having lived here,, nearly all have wonderfully favorable comments to make. Some of the more popular born … Continue reading →
Many couples don’t realize that pension and retirement benefits are also assets that are subject to being distributed upon divorce. Retirement assets include the monthly pension upon a spouse’s retirement, accumulation in individual retirement accounts (IRAs), 401k’s, annuities and amounts … Continue reading →
In almost all contested matters, the issue arises as to whether one party should pay the counsel fees of the other. Without getting into legal technicalities, it depends on two (2) major factors, aside from the reasonableness of the fees: … Continue reading →
There are many times where after divorce (and even while the divorce is pending) that the custodial spouse would like to relocate outside the State of New Jersey with the children. New Jersey has a statute that expressly prohibits relocation … Continue reading →
At the first meeting with your lawyer, you should be prepared to give a general overview of your current situation including, but not limited to, current living arrangements, your overall financial picture, status regarding any children, a list of your … Continue reading →
As of January 1, 2019, alimony is no longer tax deductible to the spouse that is paying it. This change removed a significant benefit to the paying spouse. For example, under the prior tax law, if a husband was paying … Continue reading →
Choosing Your Attorney Getting married in this State, or any State for that matter, is a fairly simple and straight-forward process. Wedding details may get a little complicated, but overall it is straight-forward. However, getting divorced or dealing with other … Continue reading →
Perhaps the most important document to be prepared after filing for divorce or filing an Answer to the Complaint for Divorce, is the filing of the required Case Information Statement (the “CIS”). The New Jersey Rules of Court require the … Continue reading →
