Thinking About ‘Conscious Uncoupling’ in 2024? Here’s How To Have A Low Conflict Di

conscious uncoupling

Gwyneth Paltrow and her ex-husband Chris Martin brought “conscious uncoupling” into the mainstream in 2014 when they used the term to describe their commitment to minimizing conflict and emotional strife in their divorce.
Paltrow and Martin’s split was already a decade ago. Their low conflict style of splitting up, however, has continued to set a standard for other spouses seeking out a “good divorce” that leaves both sides feeling whole. Conscious uncoupling was even in the news again just recently when celebrity jeweler Jennifer Mayer credited her pal Gwyneth’s low-conflict divorce as inspiring her own amicable split from Toby McGuire.
Could conscious uncoupling help you minimize conflict in your divorce? Here are some ways to give it a try…

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You’re Getting A Divorce. Can You Keep Using Your Spouse’s Credit Cards? 

divorce credit cardsCelebrity divorces often spotlight common issues faced by couples everywhere, not just in Hollywood and Nashville. The credit card conflict that recently erupted in the Billy Ray Cyrus/Firerose Hodges split is a prime example. Find out the financial lessons you can apply to your own divorce. Read more

How To Get More Parenting Time with Your Kids Over The Summer

how to get more parenting time with your children over the summerSummer vacation is in full swing, and as a co-parent, you might be wondering how to use this relaxed time of year to spend more time with your children. Is getting more parenting time a realistic goal, especially when it’s a bit on the fly?

For most co-parents, the answer is yes. Try these simple strategies to make a temporary adjustment to your summertime parenting plan and squeeze in more sun and fun with your kids. Read more

What Can the Golden Bachelor Teach Us about Second Marriages and Gray Divorce?

gray divorceIf you haven’t seen the first season of the Golden Bachelor yet, spoiler alert: This post gives away everything, but also has some great lessons about divorce later in life and about gray divorce that anyone can benefit from — fan of the show or not. Read more

Who Gets To Keep The Engagement Ring?

Who gets to keep the engagement ring

Breaking up is hard to do, but for many couples, figuring out who gets to keep the engagement ring as their relationship or marriage ends can sometimes become contentious.

Should the recipient be able to keep this most precious (and often very expensive) gift? Or is the giver of the ring entitled to a return?

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Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group Attorneys Recognized As 2024 Best Lawyers for Families 

[Pictured from left to right: Partners Bari Z. Weinberger, Mara Dooskin, and Robyn Howlett]

Congratulations to Weinberger Divorce & Family Law group partners Bari Weinberger, Mara Dooskin and Robyn Howlett for being recognized as 2024 Best Lawyers for Families as voted on by the readers of New Jersey Family magazine.  Read more

Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group Announces 7 Attorneys Recognized as 2024 “Super Lawyers”

Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group is pleased to announce that eight of the firm’s attorneys have been named to the prestigious Super Lawyers and Super Lawyers Rising Stars lists for 2024. Receiving New Jersey Super Lawyers designations this year are founding partner Bari Z. Weinberger; partners Dianna Cavaliere, Mara Dooskin, Robyn Howlett, Carmela Novi, and Rachel Partyka; and attorney Richard Outhwaite. Read more

Freezing Embryos Before Marriage: It’s A New Trend, But What If The Relationship Ends?

Freezing Embryos Before Marriage

In today’s modern world, instead of saying “I do” to marriage, many dating couples are first saying yes to IVF. As highlighted in a recent piece in The Cut, the newest trend among unmarried couples is making frozen embryos as a sign of their commitment to a future life together.

As the article’s title, “The Exes Who Froze Embryos and Regret It,” gives away, however, the one big catch to freezing embryos with a dating partner is figuring out what happens to frozen embryos should the couple’s relationship reach the end of the road before they can be used.

The big problem: What if one former partner wishes to still use the frozen embryos in the future over the other’s objection? Read more

IRS: Tax Benefits Available For Survivors of Domestic Violence 

When survivors of domestic violence rebuild their lives, establishing solid financial footing is a priority. During federal tax filing season, important IRS tax benefits can support survivors in achieving the goal of financial recovery. Is someone in your life picking up the pieces following abuse? Here’s what to know before filing this year’s tax returns.

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New Law Expands Access To Infertility Insurance Coverage in New Jersey

New law expands infertility insurance coverage in New JerseyAnyone who has experienced infertility knows the anguish it can bring. Treatments are expensive, and health insurance does not cover everything. This is especially true for single people and LGBTQIA+ couples eager to start their families. A new law, signed by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy on January 12, 2024, provides some relief by expanding insurance coverage for infertility services and embracing broader access to services. Read more