How Are Stock Options and RSUs Divided in a New Jersey Divorce?
Dividing a home or savings account during divorce can be hard enough. But what happens when part of your income comes from company stock? You may have stock options that you haven’t exercised. Or perhaps your spouse receives restricted stock units (RSUs) as part of their compensation. These perks may not be typical assets, but […]
What Happens if Your Ex Violates a Child Custody Order in NJ?
You clear your weekend, plan dinner, and wait for your child. Then your ex texts that the visit will not happen. Perhaps the same thing happened last month, too. A child custody order violation in NJ can leave you upset and unsure what to do. But you have ways to seek help through the court. […]
Can You Make Your Spouse Pay Your Divorce Attorney Fees in NJ?
Hiring a divorce lawyer can seem like it’s out of reach when money is already tight. You still have to pay bills, daily expenses, and other fees. Meanwhile, your spouse may have a lot more money to spend on legal aid. This raises an important question: Can I make my spouse pay my divorce attorney […]
Divorce and Retirement Accounts: What You Need to Know
Divorce can leave you unsure about your future income. Will you have to share the retirement savings you built? Can your spouse claim money you saved before marriage? What happens if the account is only in your name? Questions about divorce and retirement accounts affect both spouses. New Jersey courts can split benefits earned during […]
Back-to-School Custody Planning Tips for Divorced Parents
The new school year is almost upon us. Your youngster will require school materials, new clothes, and a new routine. But who’s going to take the early drop-offs? What if there is a school event on the other parent’s day? Divorced parents may end up arguing over these details if they don’t plan ahead. A […]
Adoption and Stepparent Rights in NJ
You help your stepchild with schoolwork. You care for them when they feel sick. You may even raise them as your own child. But does the law see you as their parent? In New Jersey, marriage does not give you full rights over your stepchild. However, Stepparent Adoption in NJ can change that. It can […]