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What Is a No Fault Divorce in New Jersey?

November 15, 2019 By Anna-Maria Pittella, Esq.

No Fault Divorce in New Jersey

The “true” no fault divorce in New Jersey is based on the grounds of irreconcilable differences. It “simply” that neither party is accusing the other of any fault. Essentially you can file for divorce in New Jersey because you haven’t gotten along for a period of six months during any time during your marriage. It’s […]

Foreclosure During Divorce in New Jersey

September 19, 2019 By Anna-Maria Pittella, Esq.

Foreclosure During Divorce in New Jersey

There are numerous options for dealing with foreclosure during divorce. Seek a Loan Modification or Refinance the House Does one of the parties in the divorce want to stay in the property that is at risk of foreclosure? Depending on the separate property and financial assets of each party, it may be possible to refinance […]

What Are the Costs of Divorce and Who Pays Those Costs?

September 12, 2019 By Anna-Maria Pittella, Esq.

Costs of Divorce

Whether you file for divorce with or without an attorney, there is a filing fee for the complaint for divorce in New Jersey. It is $300.00 without children and $325.00 if you have children who are not emancipated. To respond to a complaint for divorce by filing an answer, the fee is $175.00 or $200.00 […]

What Are the Grounds for Divorce in New Jersey?

September 6, 2019 By Anna-Maria Pittella, Esq.

You may seek a divorce-the legal dissolution of your marriage on the following grounds: Adultery Willful and continuous desertion for the term of 12 months which met=y be established by satisfactory proof that the parties have ceased to cohabit as man and wife Extreme cruelty, which is defined as including any physical or mental cruelty […]

Do I Need an Attorney for My Divorce?

May 1, 2019 By Anna-Maria Pittella, Esq.

Need an Attorney in Monmouth County

The short answer is no. Some couples do choose to resolve their divorce without attorneys and by negotiating issues directly with each other. This process, known as a “kitchen table divorce” or “do it yourself divorce”, potentially saves money by reducing legal fees, at least in the short run. However, “kitchen table divorces” are not […]

Moving Forward Together to Be Apart

November 8, 2018 By Anna-Maria Pittella, Esq.

Collaborative Divorce Case

This is message from a couple, “John” and “Jen” (their names have been changed) in a collaborative divorce to their friends. They have committed to this process to maintain the relationship that they want and need for their children. They have experienced anger, disappointment, mistrust and other negative feelings associated with divorce. Yet they reach […]

8 Ideas for Helping Your Children Adapt to Life in Two Homes

June 6, 2018 By Admin

Living in multiple homes can be hard for anyone. It’s even more difficult for children of divorce. If you are living in Monmouth County and are considering divorce, there are a number of strategies that you can use to help your children live happily across two homes. Here are some important ideas for helping them […]

8 Tips for Helping You Children During the Divorce Process

May 14, 2018 By Anna-Maria Pittella, Esq.

Divorce Process

Divorce is difficult on parents and may be even more difficult on children. Here are 8 tips to help your kids manage the divorce process. Tell your children about the divorce as soon as possible. If possible tell them together and explain the divorce to your children in terms of how the divorce affects them. […]

Is court really the best place for a “quick” divorce?

November 18, 2015 By Anna-Maria Pittella, Esq.

Here are some interesting facts: These are not the most recent numbers but in 2012 to 2013 there were fewer filings in almost every county in New Jersey in the family part. That means fewer couples were entering into a litigated case. In Monmouth County NJ, there was actually a decrease of 10%. Yet interestingly […]

Choosing Collaboration or Mediation

November 18, 2015 By Anna-Maria Pittella, Esq.

When you want wedding bells to ring, not cannons to be shot… Collaboration or mediation is not just for a separation or divorce. You are planning on buying that ring or you just received it and the thought of spending your life with this wonderful person lifts your soul. And then…other thoughts creep in…suppose it […]

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