When you are getting a divorce you need a lawyer for divorce with experience. Ms. D’Orsi is a Monmouth County Divorce Lawyer who only handles divorce cases, post judgment cases, alimony, child support and child custody matters. You may have questions about the New Jersey divorce process. Ms. D’Orsi can answer them for you. Here is a sample of questions that clients frequently ask, and answers to them.
New Jersey Divorce
What do I need to do if I am contemplating divorce?
Start to accumulate important documents such as tax returns, bank statements, credit card statements, asset statements. Familiarize yourself with your monthly expenses. Please bring these documents with you to your initial consultation.
Do I need to move out of my house?
Do not take any steps until you have consulted with an attorney.
Do I need to sell my house?
We will review all of the issues in your case to determine if you can continue to stay in your home after you are divorced.
What should I do if my spouse becomes violent or abusive towards me?
If your spouse becomes violent you should immediately call the police. If your spouse is harassing you repeatedly, you also may consider obtaining a temporary restraining order.
What should I tell my children?
It is best if you and your spouse talk to your children together about what is happening once you have made a formal decision to proceed. If you do not know what to say to the children, you will be referred to a mental health professional to coach you regarding what to say to the children.
What do I do if my spouse has a business?
If your spouse has a business, we shall hire a forensic accountant to evaluate the business and advise us of the value.
What should I do if my spouse wants to move out of the State of New Jersey with my children?
You must immediately contact an attorney.
Do you handle mediation or collaborative divorce?
Yes, we handle mediation and collaborative divorce.
What is mediation?
Divorce mediation is when you and your spouse hire Ms. D’Orsi to serve as a mediator. She will work with the two of you in reaching an agreement. She will recommend that you each hire your own attorneys, as she will not be able to represent either of you.
What is a collaborative divorce?
A collaborative divorce is where you and your spouse agree not to go to Court and hire attorneys to assist you with the collaborative process.
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