By Tanya Helfand | Published December 1, 2020 | Posted in Alimony, Divorce | Tagged Tags: Alimony, alimony awards, Divorce, statutory factors for determining alimony |
Some of the nuances of alimony awards
One of the most important aspects of a divorce is determining alimony. Not every divorce case includes an alimony component. If there is a significant difference in the parties’ earnings during the marriage then alimony will typically be awarded. Alimony is specifically for the benefit of the spouse. It is separate from child support. Pursuant Read More
Read MoreHELFAND & ASSOCIATES: DIVORCE ATTORNEYS – COMPLEX MARITAL ASSETS AND BUSINESSES
Restricted Stock Units/Stock Options Employee Benefits which may be marital assets subject to Equitable Distribution in Divorce: An employer may provide Restricted Stock Units and Stock Options as a way to reward employees with a share in the success of the business. Restricted Stock Units (RSU’s) are subject to a vesting schedule based upon employment Read More
Read MoreHOW TO PICK A LAWYER FOR DIVORCE WITH BUSINESSLIKE, HONEST, COMPASSIONATE LEGAL REPRESENTATION
Custody and Parenting time When people select a lawyer to represent them in their divorce, it is important they first identify what makes sense for the kids and what they will need financially when they are no longer married. In contemplating the divorce, the children should be a priority in determining custody and parenting time, Read More
Read MoreHow a Coronavirus-related Income Loss Could Affect Your Alimony and Child Support
Many people have faced a job loss or reduction in income due the coronavirus pandemic. In such a case it might be difficult for an ex-spouse paying alimony or a parent sending child support to keep up with their obligation. As these orders are based on the financial circumstances that existed at the time they Read More
Read MoreWill the U.S. See its Divorce Rate Spike After the COVID-19 Quarantine Ends?
With so many American residents stuck at home with their families, prognosticators have predicted that several months down the road, the country could experience a baby boom and a divorce deluge. Unlike a cozy blizzard that keeps you home from work for a few days, a global pandemic that triggers shelter-in-place orders spreading over multiple Read More
Read MoreThe Scorched Earth Divorce/Guaranteed to Waste Money and Relationships
One would never guess what goes on behind closed doors. A well-to-do couple’s marriage came to an end. They were well-known pillars of their community, who were people of Middle Eastern heritage, who lived in exclusive towns in Southern New Jersey. The Husband was a very successful plastic surgeon. The Wife was born with a Read More
Read MoreWho Gets the Stimulus Check When Spouses Are Separated or Divorcing?
Going through a divorce is stressful enough, but the coronavirus pandemic spreading throughout the United States presents additional complications for spouses who have decided to split. In addition to changes that might need to be made regarding custody and visitation arrangements while travel is restricted, negotiations over property division need to address any new economic Read More
Read MoreCommunicating With Your Ex About COVID-19 Custody Issues
During a crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, family becomes more important than ever, especially for children whose schedules have been disrupted by long-term school closures and the cancellation of other activities. Parents who are divorced or live apart for other reasons know the importance of maintaining healthy communication through difficult situations. Though this situation Read More
Read MoreRELOCATION WITH CHILDREN AFTER DIVORCE – In and Out of State
If a custodial parent decides to relocate after divorce to a distant location which affects parenting time, in contested cases, the best interest of the children is the factor that the Court will rely upon for making its decision. As long as both parents have legal custody, the Court treats each parent equally in regard Read More
Read MoreResponsibility
“My name is on the bank account that I accrued during the marriage so if I got divorced, my husband wouldn’t get it. She charged $40,000.00 on credit cards only in her name for stuff I never approved: fancy clothes, purses, etc. It is ruining my marriage. I want to get divorced. Shouldn’t she have Read More
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