For Better or For Court: Family Law in New Jersey is a podcast hosted by family law attorney Alix Claps of Heymann & Fletcher. Each episode offers practical legal guidance on divorce, custody, and family law matters in New Jersey. Designed for individuals navigating difficult decisions, the show breaks down complex legal processes into clear, compassionate advice—helping you feel informed, prepared, and supported every step of the way.
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Episode Summary: In this episode of For Better or For Court: Family Law in New Jersey, attorney Alix Claps, a certified matrimonial law attorney and partner at Heymann & Fletcher, breaks down one of the most emotional and complex parts of divorce — deciding what happens to the marital home. She explains how courts evaluate ownership, equity, and fi…
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Why Divorce Timing Matters: When One Spouse Is Emotionally Ahead
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Episode Summary: In this episode of For Better or For Court: Family Law in New Jersey, Alix Claps, a certified matrimonial law attorney and partner at Heymann & Fletcher, discusses a topic rarely written in legal documents but present in nearly every divorce — the emotional gap between spouses. Alix explains what happens when one partner is emotion…
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Mediation vs. Litigation: Which Is Right for Your Family?
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In this episode of For Better or For Court: Family Law in New Jersey, attorney Alix Claps, partner at Heymann and Fletcher and a certified matrimonial law attorney, breaks down the two main approaches to divorce—mediation and litigation. She explains how each process works, the key differences, and when one path may be more beneficial than the othe…
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How Custody and Parenting Time Are Decided in NJ
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Episode Summary In this episode of For Better or for Court: Family Law in New Jersey, certified matrimonial law attorney Alix Claps of Heymann and Fletcher discusses how custody and parenting time decisions are made in New Jersey family courts. Drawing on her extensive experience, Alix breaks down the legal distinctions between legal custody and pa…
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What to Know Before Filing for Divorce in New Jersey
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Episode Summary In this episode of For Better or For Court: Family Law in New Jersey, family law attorney Alix Claps of Heymann & Fletcher shares essential insights on what individuals need to know before filing for divorce. With years of experience handling divorce, custody, and family law matters across New Jersey, Alix provides guidance on timin…
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