In New Jersey, the obligation of parents to provide financial support for their biological or adopted children is constant, but the amount and duration of that obligation depends fully on a multitude of factors. When questions arise regarding a parent’s obligations, the determination as to amount and extent can be resolved either through negotiation or…
Whenever alimony is awarded by a New Jersey court, it is because the court has considered the factors set forth in N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23 and have determined that one of the ex-spouses is in need of being awarded alimony. Oftentimes, the decision to award alimony turns on whether there is a substantial gap in earning capacities…
