Divorce is a challenging and emotionally difficult situation for everyone involved, especially children. While children are resilient and many react to their parents’ divorce in an understanding way, the fact remains that their family dynamic, and their life as they know it, is changing forever. This can be a difficult thing for anyone to cope […]
Will COVID-19 Affect Our Child Custody Arrangements in NJ?
COVID-19 has drastically altered all aspects of life for New Jersey residents in a short time, and it is leading to many unusual scenarios divorced couples are not sure how to navigate. Steven B. Menack has Online Divorce Mediation services available to help couples come to a decision about these issues and more during this […]
An Update on COVID-19 from Steven Menack
Dear clients and prospective clients, COVID-19 has changed our lives dramatically in just a short period of time. Over the last few days, we have seen tighter local restrictions on businesses and CDC recommendations that call for social distancing in order to save lives. Out of concern for our employees and clients, we have been […]
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Is There Such Thing as a Legal Separation in New Jersey?
Does Legal Separation Exist in New Jersey? Married couples in New Jersey who want to end their relationship sometimes think divorce is their only option. However, it is possible to get a legal separation without formally ending the marriage. This is sometimes called a divorce from bed and board or limited divorce, and is a […]
What is a Legal Separation?
For many couples, divorce is a messy and complicated process that can put an even greater strain on an already strained relationship. Some couples choose not to take this path and instead opt for a legal separation. A legal separation, also sometimes called a divorce from bed-and-board, is a legal process that allows a couple […]
What is Divorce from Bed and Board in NJ?
If you are considering divorce, but aren’t sure you’re ready to make things so official, you may want to know what other options are available. In New Jersey, an option is available to couples called divorce from bed and board, which is virtually the same procedure as legal separation and is sometimes called a limited […]
What Is Divorce Mediation?
Divorce can be a long and stressful process. Drawn out divorce cases that end in litigation are often emotionally devastating and financially damaging. Contentious topics like child custody and alimony can take months to figure out, often requiring a judge to take the decision out of the hands of the couple. However, there is another […]
How Mediation Can Protect Your Children During a Divorce
Divorce is hard, and getting a divorce when you have kids is even harder. You want to do everything you can to minimize their stress and make this time of transition as smooth as possible for them. There are many ways you can shield your children from any of the specifics of your divorce. If […]