Is alimony permanent in New Jersey? Can men be awarded alimony in NJ? What are the grounds for alimony modification? These and more questions answered in the Alimony section of the Cistaro Law website.

Can Men be Awarded Alimony in New Jersey?

Can Men be Awarded Alimony in New Jersey?

Long gone are the days when family courts would almost automatically award custody and support to women in divorce cases.  The changing roles of men and women in the workforce and the marriage equality movement are now reflected in our laws regarding the family, blurring traditional gender roles and making it just as likely that…

Temporary Alimony in New Jersey

Temporary Alimony in New Jersey

The primary purpose of a temporary alimony award is to enable a supported spouse to maintain the same standard of living they had during the marriage.  The premise behind temporary support is that spouses should not have to experience a dramatic change in financial circumstances just because the marriage ended. A judge may award temporary…

How New Jersey Alimony is Calculated

If you are considering or are currently going through a divorce in New Jersey, alimony will be one of the factors that is likely to play a large role in your divorce negotiations. Unlike some other states, New Jersey courts do not use specific alimony calculators to determine support. Instead, a judge will weigh 13…