by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
Families with special needs children face challenges that might complicate their relationships and contribute to their divorce. About 20% of families have children with special needs, and the divorce rate for these families is generally higher than the national...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
What Should You Do Before You Start the Divorce Process? When a couple chooses to end their marriage, it is not as simple as walking away. Divorce involves a variety of issues that must be addressed, and you should be prepared for them even before you file. New...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
Divorce Affects Your Health With a high number of marriages ending in divorce, the impact on those involved can be significant and long-lasting. Divorce can affect your emotional and physical health, however, there are ways to counteract these effects and start your...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
How to Help Your College-age Child During Your Divorce Divorce impacts all members of the family no matter their age. For college-age children who might be living away from home, the effects of their parents’ divorce might manifest in a variety of ways. However,...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
Your Current Feelings About Your Spouse With divorce rates holding steady at about 50%, New Jersey couples might be concerned if there are early signs that their marriage could be coming to an end. According to a study, how you feel about your spouse now, especially...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Child Custody
In New Jersey, the assumption is that after a divorce each parent will maintain a relationship with their children. This may be true even if your former spouse was abusive toward you or is otherwise difficult to get along with. In such a scenario, a parallel parenting...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Domestic Violence
Applying for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in New Jersey If you have been harmed or threatened by a person who you live with or once lived with, are or were married to or have a child with, you can apply for a domestic violence restraining order in New Jersey....
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
What Happens When One Spouse Earns More In many marriages, one spouse may have devoted their time to raising children or managing the household. When this is the case, the other one is often a high-earning spouse. When one spouse makes more than the other, they may...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
Divorce is a complicated and emotional procedure that involves dividing assets and debts. For many couples, their home is one of the biggest assets. Unless a trust or prenuptial agreement addresses it, the mortgage on your home is considered part of the marital...
by Andrew L. Rochester, Esq. | Divorce
Social media has become an integral part of our daily routines. In fact, an estimated 4.9 billion people use social media across the world. However, if you’re undergoing divorce proceedings, it could help you to understand the potential impact that social media...
