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Alimony, Child Support, Division of Assets after Death

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Protecting the Futures of Clients across Ridgewood, Hackensack, Paramus, Teaneck, Fort Lee and Bergen County It's unpleasant to consider what will happen after we die, but if you’re in the middle of divorce or child support litigation and the division of assets, now is the time to start planning for that eventuality.  Generally support obligations, alimony or child support, end upon the death of the payer. Whether you eventually pay…Read More

The 5 Types of Alimony in New Jersey

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Alimony and spousal support is a key component of many Bergen County divorce settlement agreements. Alimony allows individuals who have traditionally been financially dependent on their spouse to continue to receive financial support during, and after, their divorce, and maintain a lifestyle as close as possible as to what they enjoyed during their marriage. However, the type of alimony that is awarded depends on a number of factors, including the duration…Read More

Avoiding Unnecessary Financial Costs & Emotional Pitfalls in Your Bergen County Divorce

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Litigation is a tool for protecting and enforcing your rights. Any family attorney would be remiss if they didn't emphasize in their initial consultation that litigation can be unpredictable, the resulting financial costs unknown, and the potentially devastating emotional toll it could take on yourself, your spouse, and any children you may have, if things get personal. Your choice on whether to take the case to trial must factor in objective criteria…Read More

Adopting Your Step Child in Bergen County NJ

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Bergen County Adoption Attorneys Helping Clients in Hackensack, Paramus, Teanack, and across Bergen and Morris Counties NJ Adoption can be one of the most beautiful gifts that a step parent or adoptive parent can give a child. It is designed to give stable homes and good parents to the many children who may not have them.  However the process as well as the issues involved can sometimes be very complicated. This…Read More

Dealing with Parental Alienation

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When deciding any matter related to child custody or parenting time and visitation, New Jersey's family court system uses what is known as the "Best Interest Standard", meaning the outcome of the child custody matter needs to account for the best interests of the child or children involved, as the court sees them. And while most parents will typically feel the same way, sometimes a parent's own actions may be…Read More

Divorce and Social Media

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Considering the ever-increasing role that social media plays in our lives, it may come as no surprise that social media postings on places like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram can affect the divorce process and the agreements which are ultimately reached, especially when it comes to child custody and alimony. If you are going through a divorce in Bergen County or New Jersey, here is what you need to know when…Read More

Divorcing a Domestic Violence Offender

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Many times, the victims of domestic violence and abuse fear for their safety and/or the safety of their children should they begin the divorce process. While they are right to be concerned over antagonizing a violent or abusive spouse, there are a number of different steps and measures that can be taken in order to safely divorce a domestic violence offender, and ensure that you and your children stay safe…Read More

Divorce: The Glass is Half Full

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Several weeks ago, we wrote an article discussing when and how couples may want to try and save their marriage. In this article, we mentioned how, as your Bergen County divorce attorneys, we cannot make this decision for you. That being said, we would like to, in today's article, discuss some of the ways we have seen our clients' lives improve by pursuing, and ultimately resolving, a divorce. Ridgewood, NJ…Read More

Met’s Star Reliever Arrested for Domestic Violence

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New York Met’s star pitcher Jeurys Familia was arrested at his home in Bergen County, NJ after police responded to a domestic disturbance call. Familia, 27, was taken into custody at his Fort Lee NJ home on Monday October 31st after alleged dispute erupted between the MLB star and an unidentified victim. Jeurys Familia, a native of the Dominican Republic, lives in Northern NJ with his wife, Bianca Rivas and…Read More

How to Handle Co-Parenting with a Difficult Ex Spouse

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Divorce is difficult. Add issues resulting from co-parenting with an ex spouse with whom you do not get along, and the challenge may seem insurmountable.  Some parents adapt to co-parenting and become better caregivers, because they develop their own style of parenting outside of the relationship.  However, when your ex-spouse is difficult to communicate and engage with, the battles may be exhausting.  Fortunately, there are some considerations that may help you to…Read More

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  •  Angela M. Scafuri to Speak at NJSBA Annual Meeting on CLE Panel

    We are excited to announce that Angela M. Scafuri will be speaking at the New Jersey State Bar Association’s Annual Meeting on a CLE panel. The panel is called “Challenging Situations With Clients Involving Cultural Sensitivity,” and is happening on Thursday, 5/16. Click here for the full list of CLE…
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  •  Can I Collect Social Security From My Ex?

    When you get divorced, you split up all of the property. This can include some assets that have not come in yet, like your spouse’s future Social Security benefits. Depending on how long you were married and a few other factors, you may be able to collect on those benefits…
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  •  What Happens If I Don’t Have The Means To Pay Alimony?

    When you make an agreement to pay alimony, you need to stick to it. If you fall behind on payments, you can end up in a lot of legal trouble. You could even end up owing extra money on top of your late payments. But what happens if you genuinely…
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