Cheating Spouse (or Dad)? Don’t Follow Kelly Osbourne’s Example

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Who can forget the Osbournes? They have been keeping themselves in the news for decades, now. Just this week, we learned that Kelly Osbourne is being sued by her father Ozzy’s mistress for defamation, accusing Kelly of disclosing private information (such as her private telephone number) and infliction of emotional distress via social media. The suit comes after a tweet sent by Kelly in response to the discovery of Michelle Pugh’s affair with her father. In that tweet, Kelly used vulgar language and divulged Ms. Pugh’s personal telephone number. After a cease and desist letter was sent demanding that the tweet be removed, Kelly left the tweet up for nearly another month. Read more

Divorce in Haste; Repent at Leisure

deciding to divorceThe old saying goes, “marry in haste; repent at leisure,” meaning, of course, don’t rush into marriage with someone that you do not know very well, or with whom you have not spent a good deal of quality time. In other words, think before you act and take some time making a life changing decision! Deciding to separate from or divorce your spouse is just as significant a choice as getting married was in the first place. As such, jumping into filing for a divorce can become a hasty decision that you regret down the line. Here are some ways to avoid rushing into a divorce that may prove to have dire consequences for you later: Read more

Legal Service Via Social Media: Can You Serve Your Spouse For Divorce…On Facebook?

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It may be more common than you think: many spouses who wish to file for and obtain a divorce here in New Jersey simply do not know where their spouse is. Perhaps they went out for cigarettes and never came back. Or, maybe the couple has not lived together for many years and only now one of the spouses is looking to be formally divorced.
Whatever the situation, not knowing where your spouse is located can make for difficult service of the divorce paperwork. Could Facebook be an option for tracking down and serving divorce papers to hard to find spouses? Read more

The Unique Challenges of a High Net Worth Divorce in New Jersey

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Are you facing a high net worth divorce and want to know your options? In New Jersey, you are not alone. As NJBIZ.com recently reported, one New Jersey town cracked the nation’s top 25 most expensive ZIP codes. That town would be Alpine, located in Bergen County, where high income families are common and median sale prices for homes top $2.3 million. Bergen County, in general, is an very expensive place to live, with at least three more Bergen County towns among the most expensive places to live in the state: Wyckoff, Mahwah and Ridgewood. So what happens when couples in these pricey areas decide to divorce? Here are some of the unique divorce challenges couples with high net worth face in costly New Jersey. Read more

Highest & Lowest Divorce Rates By Profession

Want to avoid divorce? It might be time to switch careers.

As researchers have uncovered, certain professions appear to wreak havoc on marital relationships…while other jobs can lead to marital bliss. Can you guess which careers in the United States are associated with the highest and lowest divorce rates? Take a look at our infographic for answers!

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Data is sourced from a 2010 study by Radford University researchers Shawn P. McCoy & Michael G. Aamodt

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Whatever your profession, if you are contemplating divorce, we encourage you to speak with one of our skilled family law attorneys. We can help you explore all your legal options and guide you on the path that is best for you. Please contact us today to schedule your initial confidential consultation.

Property Division and Divorce: What’s Worth Fighting For?

dividing property in your divorceThere are many issues that can arise during your divorce, such as custody of your children, spousal support or parenting time. But, most divorcing couples also face questions about dividing up marital property in their divorce. What is fair way to divide what you have acquired? What is “pre-marital” property? What about the marital home? Read more

What You May Not Know About Annulment In New Jersey

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Divorce or annulment, annulment or divorce? Many people, when facing the end of their marriage, wonder what the best way is to go about it. There are different laws in New Jersey that govern divorce and annulment and legally they are two very different concepts. Which one is right for you? Here are some things you may not know about annulments in New Jersey. Read more

What You May Not Know About Alimony In New Jersey

questions about alimonyGoing through a divorce and need to make decisions about alimony? Here are some facts that you may not know about alimony and how it is dealt with in New Jersey Family Courts: Read more

Answers For Your Divorce & Family Law Questions

ask a divorce or family law questionHappy 4th of July! Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, LLC wishes everyone a very safe and peaceful long weekend. Our offices throughout New Jersey will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2020 in observance of the Independence Day holiday, but will reopen bright and early on July 6 at 8:30 AM for regular business hours.

We understand that if you are considering divorce or dealing with a family law matter, the questions and concerns on your mind don’t take a holiday. We want you to know that we are here for you all weekend long Read more

The 9 Lowest Divorce Rates By Profession

Want to save your marriage? It might be time to switch careers. Read more