Posts Tagged ‘divorce nj’
What Becomes of the Ring?
In both New Jersey and Pennsylvania, an engagement ring is a conditional gift given in exchange for the promise of marriage. If the engagement is broken and the marriage doesn’t occur, regardless of fault, the ring is returned to the giver. The problem occurs once the marriage has taken place and the couple is faced […]
Living Together During the Divorce Process
The majority of couples heading for divorce face the uncomfortable and often very stressful transition period of living under the same roof while knowing you are heading in different directions. One of the many positive attributes of the mediation process is that you can work out personal and financial guidelines while you are still living […]
Can We Use Mediation If We Don’t Get Along Well?
Most of the time a primary reason that a couple is headed for divorce is because there’s been a break down in communication. While it is always a pleasure to work with a couple who is concerned about the well-being of their spouse, it is not a requirement. It is the job of your mediator […]
Is a Party who is Less Business Savvy at a Disadvantage in Mediation?
Whether a party is at a disadvantage in the mediation setting when he or she is less business savvy if a frequently asked question. I believe the opposite is true. In a courtroom, decisions are being made for the parties by lawyers and judges. Oftentimes the parties are sitting on benches on opposite ends of […]
What Issues Are Addressed in Divorce Mediation?
The same issues are addressed in divorce mediation that are addressed when a couple divorces through litigation in court. The biggest difference is that the parties are not adversaries in the traditional sense, but are working toward a resolution of their legal issues. It’s not necessary that the mediating couple is on amicable terms. While […]
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