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You may have heard that when a child turns 12, they can choose which parent they want to live with. Unfortunately, this is not the case in New Jersey, as there is no age at which a child can dictate the custody outcome. This common misconception can be harmful, so it...
Adoption can be a decision made by those wanting to grow their families or a necessity for those facing unusual challenges. There are specific legal procedures required to adopt a minor child. Generally speaking, people must file paperwork with the courts and undergo...
Raising a child is one of the most expensive responsibilities a person can have. From groceries to school shoes, the costs never stop. Child support aims to share this financial load fairly between parents. When an ex-spouse stops paying, it isn't just an annoyance...
Divorce can create a lot of changes for families. Parents who are going through a divorce often have to learn about child custody. Child custody determines where a child lives and what rights parents have. Here are a few basics about child custody that parents should...
Many parents assume their payment obligation ends the day a child graduates from high school. While many states often use age 18 as a cutoff, New Jersey handles things differently. In New Jersey, the presumptive age for ending child support is 19, not 18. However,...
Division of marital property is an important part of the divorce process. It can also become contentious. Couples will disagree about how assets should be split up -- especially significant financial assets. The first thing to note is that you are only dividing...
Suppose you and your co-parent reach a point where schedules shift, your child’s needs evolve or life looks different than it did when your original custody order was created. In such a case, you may be wondering if you can both agree on new terms without going back...
Every divorce scenario is unique. New Jersey actually has relatively thorough family law statutes that allow people to pursue either fault-based divorce proceedings or no-fault divorces. In scenarios where there is proof of egregious misconduct, such as adultery or...
People may cancel their parenting time for a variety of reasons. When they cancel, they create complications for the other parent. A parent expecting a custody exchange may have to cancel their own plans or make last-minute arrangements for child care. It is only...
Stepchildren gain certain protections when their parents marry. They may benefit from an improvement in their standard of living. They may enjoy a close connection with their stepparents. However, there are noteworthy limitations to the relationship between a...