Alimony and Social Security are not intermingled, and someone’s payment of alimony does not determine positively or negatively one’s ability to collect Social Security benefits.
We strongly encourage all of our clients to refrain from participating in social media (including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Flickr, Skype, Instagram,
Married parents, in the age of Covid-19, are struggling with the upcoming decision of whether or not they will be vaccinating their minor children. But
Kenneth A. White, Esq. of Shane and White, LLC was recently quoted in an article for NJMoneyHelp.com. Mr. White recommends immediate action as marital status
Entering into a marriage is not all fun and games. Valentine’s Day just passed and you proposed to your now fiancé and they accepted. Reality
Marrying an individual with children from a prior relationship, does not entitle you to make medical, educational or other important decisions on that child or
The first, and simplest, recommendation is to prepare and execute updated will or trust documents for you and your current spouse to ensure that each
A supported spouse, at the conclusion of his or her divorce, may be entitled to receive alimony. Alimony will ultimately affect that person’s net income.
A doctor with a medical practice, an electrician with multiple employees, and a sole proprietor of an IT company, all have one thing in common.
The good thing about hiring experiences matrimonial attorneys, whether in a post judgment dispute, or for your divorce, is that this attorney will prepare your
1. My divorce is uncontested, I don’t need a Marital Settlement Agreement. If you have children, assets (property, bank accounts, etc.) or there will be
In New Jersey, determining the payment of alimony from one spouse to another is a very fact sensitive inquiry. With the modification of the tax
In the State of New Jersey, there is no limitation on the length of time a Final Restraining Order (“FRO”) will remain in effect once
If you have just filed for divorce or are thinking of filing for divorce, you and your spouse are in the “pendente lite” period. This
As with almost any issue in family law, the decision to enter into a prenuptial agreement with your future spouse is a very personal one.
Our clients are concerned about the long term effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and how that may affect their divorce proceedings and current financial obligations
On June 5, 2020, the Administrative Office of the Courts issued Directive #18-20 to assist the resolution of divorces which have a signed settlement agreement,
To be able to divorce your spouse, in New Jersey, and pursuant to the law in this state, you must be able to meet the following
Typically, a divorce matter is resolved in under a 1-year. Courts endeavor to have all matters resolved in that timeframe, and there are mechanisms like
Per the Supreme Court Order dated April 24, 2020, Municipal Courts are to reopen. Specifically, the Court’s Order indicated that as of Monday, April 27,
The Supreme Court of New Jersey has issued a number of Orders regarding the courts’ operations, including what matters will continue to be heard, albeit remotely,
It appears fairly standard practice for parents to obligate themselves through divorce settlement agreements to contribute toward the college expenses of their children, regardless of
Not so fast. Terminating alimony is a very fact sensitive inquiry and requires, often, the filing a motion before a family court judge, and potentially
What it means to file a motion: A motion, in its simplest form is a list of requests that you are asking the Court grant
In any divorce that involves children that are still minors or unemancipated, child support will be a key issue requiring resolution in that proceeding. Throughout Shane and White,
With over 40 years of Divorce and Family Law experience, Shane and White, LLC have seen complex cases come across our desks. If you are
In 1991, the New Jersey Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (NJPDVA) was created to protect victims of abuse throughout the state. This statute is gender
The Initial Consultation There a number of questions that you should ask during your initial consultation with an attorney. These questions should relate to the
Emancipation is the legal concept to determine when your child or children are “beyond the sphere” of your influence. Emancipation of a child will coincide
While other states permit a formalized legal separation between spouses, New Jersey does not. Many potential clients contact our office seeking a formal arrangement to
At any given time, your divorce litigation can be resolved by way of consent. However, built into the divorce process are at least three opportunities
Looking to move from one part of New Jersey to another? What does your custody and parenting time agreement say about your ability to do
When divorcing with children, your highest priority should be protecting the best interest of your children and there is no question, the Judge’s first priority
One of the most important documents when filing for divorce, from inception to conclusion, is your Case Information Statement (“CIS”). This document, which must be
While your divorce is pending it can be difficult to avoid awkward, uncomfortable, and sometimes confrontational encounters with your spouse. Here are a few tips
In a divorce matter, often, the first interaction the parties have with the court is the negotiation and entry of a Case Management Order. That
When you request emergent relief, by filing an Order to Show Cause, in the family division of the superior court, you must satisfy a four-prong
Upon the entry of your divorce, car loans and the car itself should have been addressed in your marital settlement agreement or your final judgment
In February 2003, the Family Law Section established the Martin S. Goldin Family Law Award, to be presented each year to a Family Law Practitioner
It can often be quite tricky trying to get the support you are owed by an ex spouse. Kenneth A. White of Shane and White,
When contemplating a divorce, it is important to understand what assets will and will not be subject to distribution by the Court. Generally, if an
NJ Money Help interviewed attorney Kenneth A. White, Esq. to discuss options after changing jobs while receiving alimony. Q. I get alimony of $2,000 a
Kenneth A. White, Esq., certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a matrimonial attorney provides his commentary on the current state of the
NJ Money Help interviewed attorney Kenneth A. White, Esq. to discuss options after changing jobs while having to pay alimony. Q. I’m confused about how
NJ Money Help interviewed attorney Kenneth A. White, Esq. to discuss options involving custody of school-aged children. My wife and I divorced three years ago
Absent an order being entered by the court directing that your assets are to be preserved, you are free to act as you deem fit
Once a Final Judgment of Divorce is entered, and you are finally divorced, the question is what happens now? It is important that you obtain
The family law attorneys of Shane & White, LLC have compiled a list of key questions to consider asking an attorney when looking for an
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