by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
Divorce is rarely simple, especially when children or shared property are involved. Yet in recent years, one issue has become increasingly common: deciding who keeps the family pet. For many couples, a dog or cat is not just property. Pets are companions, protectors,...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Alimony
Alimony is one of the most significant legal and financial issues that can arise during a divorce in New Jersey. It often becomes a point of serious discussion, particularly when one spouse has been financially dependent on the other throughout the marriage. Whether...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Alimony
Alimony is often a critical part of a divorce settlement in New Jersey. When one spouse has relied on the other for financial support, spousal support may be awarded to maintain a standard of living similar to that enjoyed during the marriage. But what happens if the...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
Dividing property in a divorce is often complicated, but debt can be just as important. Credit cards, mortgages, and loans do not simply disappear when a marriage ends. Courts in New Jersey must decide how to fairly divide these liabilities. The way debt is handled...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
Ending a marriage often brings the opportunity to reclaim your former name. In New Jersey and many other states, the law makes it possible to restore your maiden or prior name as part of the divorce process. However, the decision involves more than a line on a court...
