Life After Divorce in New Jersey: Managing Post-Judgment Challenges
Post-Divorce Issues Persist Beyond Final Judgment in NJ Issues frequently emerge after New Jersey divorce judgments despite initial relief. Alix Claps explains that anticipated obligations and unforeseen complications both require attention to prevent escalation into larger problems. Common First-Year Challenges Following NJ Divorce Finalization Clients delay essential tasks like selling homes, refinancing mortgages, splitting cell […]
Modifying Custody and Support Orders in New Jersey: Key Triggers and Processes
New Jersey Custody Orders Remain Flexible for Child Needs Custody orders in New Jersey stay open to modification as children grow and parental circumstances evolve. Alix Claps emphasizes that courts prioritize the child’s best interests, allowing adjustments to legal custody, physical custody, or parenting time schedules whenever needs shift. Significant Life Changes Justifying Custody or […]
What Happens to the House After Divorce in New Jersey
Why the Marital Home Is Often the Biggest Source of Conflict According to Alix Claps, the home carries deep emotional weight. “Your home is your emotional center,” she says, noting that the sentimental value often collides with financial reality. The current real estate market in New Jersey has made this issue even more complex. Rising […]
When One Spouse Is Emotionally Ahead in Divorce – Ronald Heymann & Alix Claps Episode 4
What does it mean when one spouse is emotionally ahead during a divorce? Alix Claps explained that in most divorces, one partner has been emotionally processing the separation long before any legal action begins. This spouse may have accepted the reality of the marriage ending, while the other is still in shock or denial. This […]
Mediation vs. Litigation: Which Is Right for Your Family?
Mediation vs. Litigation in Divorce: Understanding the Best Path for Families in New Jersey Divorce in New Jersey can take different paths, and choosing between mediation and litigation is one of the most critical decisions a family can face. Attorney Alix Claps, partner at Heymann and Fletcher and a Certified Matrimonial Law attorney, explains the […]
How Custody and Parenting Time Are Decided in NJ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6qCBDqTgKM Legal Custody vs. Physical Custody in New Jersey Alix Claps, partner at Heymann and Fletcher and a Certified Matrimonial Law attorney, explained that custody in New Jersey has two distinct aspects: legal custody and physical custody. Legal custody refers to the authority to make major decisions about a child’s life, such as education, medical […]
What to Know Before Filing for Divorce in New Jersey
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfEcNDQ1gzM&t=1s How Did Alix Claps Begin Her Career in Family Law? Alix Claps shared that her journey into family law was not something she initially planned. Before becoming an attorney, she worked as a stage manager in various theatres. However, seeking more balance and a long-term career path, she went to law school and clerked […]