Helping You Adapt to a Changing Family Structure
The experience of divorce is not one that people want to relive. It can be traumatic, numbing, and overwhelming. It can cause hurt, anger, and, sometimes, relief. Regardless, your life will be different going forward. When you decide to take this step due to reasons that may include irreconcilable differences, your safety, and the safety of your children, you need the skills of an experienced and understanding Monmouth County divorce lawyer.
The Law Office of Jennifer J. McCaskill, LLC, has the compassion and skills to guide you. As a child of divorce, Ms. McCaskill understands what you are experiencing. She and her law group will provide you with care, and with honest and knowledgeable answers. She will aggressively advocate for you in all matters related to divorce and family law, from child custody and child support to postnuptial agreements and equitable distribution.
Contact us or call (732) 747-1882 today!
Why Choose the Divorce Lawyers at The Law Office of Jennifer J. McCaskill, LLC for Help With Your Divorce
You’re likely going through an immensely difficult time if you’re facing a divorce in Monmouth County, New Jersey. The separation process can be complex, emotional, and unnerving. At the same time, it’s critical that you understand your rights and that your interests are protected. You may be taken advantage of without an experienced divorce attorney to represent you.
If you hire The Law Office of Jennifer J. McCaskill, LLC, we’ll be able to assist you through every divorce proceeding and stand up for you at every opportunity. Our award-winning legal team has more than 20 years of experience in the field, and we’ve seen it all when it comes to family law. We aim to treat our clients like family, giving them the resources and attention they need and deserve to achieve an outcome that works for them.
By choosing us, you’ll have legal help such as:
- Collaboration at every phase regarding your best interests and course of action
- A strong legal advocate to help you throughout the entire process
- Taking care of all the negotiation and communications with your partner’s lawyer
- Keeping you up-to-date on your divorce’s status and progress at all times
We offer a free case evaluation to learn more about your situation and what we can do to help. Just give us a quick call to get started.
Our Red Bank Divorce Law Firm
The Law Office of Jennifer J. McCaskill, LLC
157 Broad St Ste. 111, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Mon – Fri: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
(732) 747-1882
* Clients can contact us online or by phone to schedule a no-obligation initial consultation.
Listening, Answering, Explaining and Understanding the Divorce Process
Ms. McCaskill is a skilled NJ divorce lawyer who has practiced law for over 15 years. Her personal experiences with divorce inspired her to become a divorce lawyer and help people going through difficult family law situations. Her abilities have been recognized by her peers as she has been listed as a Super Lawyer for the past seven years.
At the Law Office of Jennifer J. McCaskill, LLC, our divorce attorneys handle all aspects of the divorce process. The most common matters typically involve:
Divorce Litigation — Even when it’s amicable, divorce is rarely an easy process. Although some couples are able to complete a divorce without going to court, others require litigation to resolve disputes over child custody and support, asset distribution, alimony, and other issues that may arise. Same-sex couples, and even unmarried couples, also require this type of litigation, especially when children and/or shared assets are involved.
Monmouth County Divorce Mediation Lawyer — This may help you if both spouses are in agreement about most major issues, such as child custody and the division of marital property, divorce mediation can be the quickest, most cost-effective, and least painful way to dissolve the marriage. Mediation doesn’t require the assistance of a law firm, although a lawyer can be involved. The mediator will work closely with the spouses to help them resolve any differences and reach an amicable agreement in the most economical way possible.
Monmouth Alimony Spousal Support Attorney — Alimony is financial support paid from one spouse to the other as a contribution to the standard of living established during the marriage. To determine whether alimony should be paid and at what amount, the courts will consider the needs of the potential recipient, the payor’s ability to pay, the marital standard of living, the length of the marriage, and several other factors.
Monmouth Child Support Lawyer — In New Jersey, children have a constitutional right to be financially supported by both parents. In the event of divorce, one parent typically pays child support to the other. The amount of this support varies based on multiple factors, including the income of each parent and the percentage of time the child spends with each parent.
Monmouth Child Custody Lawyer — When couples with children separate, child custody arrangements are established to ensure that each parent gets to spend sufficient time with the children and that the children’s best interests are protected. Most often, parents share both physical and legal custody of the children equally. There is a legal presumption that parents will have an equal say in decisions regarding their children’s health, education, and welfare. Residential custody schedules can vary anywhere between 50-50 and every other weekend, depending upon the circumstances of several factors.
Monmouth Division of Assets Lawyer—Division of Assets in New Jersey is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital assets (property acquired during the course of the marriage) must be divided equitably (fairly and reasonably). This does not necessarily mean 50/50, and it isn’t calculated based on financial contribution alone; the non-financial contributions of a stay-at-home parent will be weighed against the financial contributions of the primary income earner, for example. Marital property may include real estate, investments, retirement accounts, and even a business.
Monmouth Post-Judgment Modification Lawyer — Although divorce agreements are intended to be final, significant life changes may require the modification of certain court orders. This is especially common with child support and alimony agreements when there is a permanent shift in one party’s financial circumstances.
Domestic Violence Issues and Protection Orders — A Monmouth Domestic Violence Attorney can help you when a marriage or intimate relationship becomes violent, leaving can be scary. If you are in an abusive relationship, step one is to escape to a safe location as soon as possible. Step two is to seek legal protection, such as applying for a temporary restraining order and contacting a domestic violence attorney who can help you advocate for a final restraining order.
Our Monmouth County Divorce Lawyers Also Have Experience Helping Same-sex Couples Through Every Aspect of Divorce
Since same-sex marriage became legal in 2013, thousands of couples across the country have made their union legal. Unfortunately, along with legal marriage comes the legal divorce process.
Divorces in a same-sex marriage often face many of the same concerns as a heterosexual marriage, namely:
- The division of assets
- Assignment of alimony
- Potential determination of child custody and support
- The division of assets, including investments or businesses
- The division of debts
These are difficult decisions, and it’s important to work with a legal advocate who can speak candidly to you about your situation. While it sounds simple on paper, our attorneys understand how difficult this process can be when you’re going through an emotionally stressful time. A Monmouth County divorce lawyer will guide you through the process and fight for what’s important to you.
What Is the ‘Typical’ Divorce Process in New Jersey?
The first part of any divorce process is filing the divorce complaint, which includes the names and addresses of both spouses, and other details about the marriage, such as the grounds for divorce. The spouse who files is the plaintiff.
The defendant—the spouse who receives the complaint—responds to the complaint with an appearance, answer, or counterclaim. The process will take a slightly different course if the spouse does not respond to the complaint.
Each spouse will then file a Case Information Statement (CIS), which details their financial status relevant to the divorce.
If the divorce is amicable and/or there are no major disputes to resolve, the parties may try to reach a settlement agreement. When this is impossible, both spouses will be required to participate in the Early Settlement Panel process, which provides non-binding recommendations about resolving any issues from a local family law attorney. If this process is unsuccessful, the parties must then move to the next step, economic mediation.
Economic mediation is required when the spouses cannot agree on their own or with the help of the Early Settlement Panel. Most cases resolve at Economic Mediation, which normally requires more than one session. If this process is also unsuccessful, the parties will move on to the next step, which is referred to as intensive settlement.
The intensive settlement conference, which takes place in the courthouse, is basically the last attempt at resolving any divorce issues before moving to trial.
If, after all attempts at mediation and settlement, the spouses still cannot agree on any major issues, including child custody or the division of marital property, the divorce will move to trial. The court will hear from both parties and will decide on their behalf. When the trial is complete, the Final Judgment of Divorce will be issued, and the process will end.
A trial means each party testifies, each party calls witnesses to testify, and the Court makes the decision on who gets what. A trial usually costs more than it is worth. Our office only recommends a trial if there is no other reasonable option for resolution.
Time for a New Beginning – Book a Consultation With a Monmouth County Divorce Attorney
Regardless of your gender or marital arrangement, splitting up with your partner is painful. You don’t need to worry what the next stage of life will look like. We can help you move forward with strength and certainty.
At The Law Office of Jennifer J. McCaskill, LLC, we want to help make the process as easy as possible. We are located in Red Bank, but we serve all of Monmouth County, Ocean County, and the surrounding areas. We’ve helped countless couples in New Jersey navigate their divorce and we can help you today. Contact us online or call us at (732) 747-1882 to book a consultation with a NJ divorce lawyer at our Red Bank office.
Areas We Serve In Monmouth County, NJ
Our family law attorneys have experience in family and divorce law and practice in Monmouth County, as well as Ocean County, Middlesex County, and Somerset County. We serve the cities of Red Bank, Fair Haven, Rumson, Sea Bright, Little Silver, Tinton Falls, Shrewsbury, Shrewsbury Township, Eatontown, Oceanport, Monmouth Beach, West Long Branch, Long Branch, Lincroft, Holmdel, and surrounding areas.
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Additional Divorce Resources
- Divorce Overview – NJ Courts
- Basic Information on Divorce in New Jersey – WomensLaw.org
- Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce Laws in New Jersey – Law.com
- How to File for Divorce in New Jersey – DivorceNet
- New Jersey Divorce Laws – Nolo
Courthouse and Family Counselors
- Red Bank Municipal Court – 90 Monmouth St # 1, Red Bank, NJ 07701
- Relationship Center – 41 Reckless Pl, Red Bank, NJ 07701
- NJ Wellness Group – 41 Reckless Pl, Red Bank, NJ 07701
- Crosssroads Counseling Center – 214 Broad St 2nd Floor, Red Bank, NJ 07701
- Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Red Bank – 65 Mechanic St #203, Red Bank, NJ 07701
*Disclaimer – we do not endorse these companies or profit from having them listed on our website.
Our divorce law firm in Monmouth County, NJ also provides:
- Mediation Attorney in Monmouth County, NJ
- Monmouth County Child Relocation Lawyers
- Judgment Modifications Lawyer in Monmouth County, NJ
- Prenuptial Agreements Lawyers in Monmouth County, NJ
- Domestic Violence Attorneys in Monmouth County, NJ
- Monmouth County Modifications of Order Lawyer
- Division of Assets Attorney in Monmouth County, NJ
- High Asset Divorce Lawyer in Monmouth County, NJ
- Paternity Lawyer in Monmouth County, NJ
