NJ Divorce Law Questions: Can You Stop Paying Alimony when You Retire?

The NJ alimony statute, effective September 10, 2014, addresses the issue of termination of alimony in light of a payor’s retirement. The new NJ Alimony Reform Retirement allows a person to make an application based upon prospective retirement; whereas, the prior law required actual retirement. In addition, there is now a rebuttal presumption that alimony ends when the person who is paying alimony reaches retirement age. The presumption may be overcome upon consideration of the following factors and for good cause.

In the Wake of a Divorce in NJ, Who Pays for a Child’s College Education?

How do Divorced Parents Pay for College?

New Jersey is in the minority of states that grant the Judge discretion to require divorced or separated parents to pay for their children’s college education. The public policy and social goal of the Family Court is to encourage the higher education and ultimate success of children. Divorce or separation of parents should not preclude a child’s education or training. If a child has the ability and inclination to seek higher education the parents are usually required to contribute if they are financially able.

Family Relocation Law: When the Custodial Parent Wants to Move Out of State

By: Racquel G. Hiben, Esq.

Residents of New Jersey often seek relocation outside of the State to areas with a lower cost of living and a fraction of the property taxes. Others seek relocation to be near family or their support system following a separation or divorce or for a job opportunity. Whatever the reason, when children are involved, the decision cannot be made unilaterally as both parents must consent to the relocation.