If you divorce someone you share minor children with, you will need to reach an agreement about how you will share custody and parenting and have a court approve it. If you cannot reach an agreement, a court will set things out for you. There are very few...
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Child Custody
Is your co-parent preventing you from raising your child as agreed?
Your parenting plan guides you on how to raise your child. It details the schedule of parenting time and how to participate in making crucial decisions concerning different aspects in the child's life, including education, health care, religion, cultural practices and...
Tips for helping children live between two homes
Divorce is a difficult time for everyone involved. The upheaval for the children can often be immense because the life they’ve always known is changing greatly. They have to learn how to live between two homes. As a parent, there are ways you can help them as they...
Can you relocate your child without court approval?
Are you thinking about moving with your child to New Jersey? Whether it is for a new job, better schools or to be closer to family, it is important to know the legal steps involved. Relocating can be a big change, and understanding the rules helps keep things smooth...
You may need to modify child custody after leaving the military
Under New Jersey law, when parents get divorced and the court has to make a child custody ruling, the parents’ employment status—and the nature of that employment—may be considered. This can affect their availability and may impact their custody rights. For instance,...
4 reasons parents may risk losing child custody
Dealing with child custody issues can be an emotional and challenging experience for any parent. In New Jersey, the court's primary concern is the child's best interests. Parents should know certain behaviors and circumstances that could jeopardize their custody...
Can I deny visitation if my ex is using drugs or alcohol?
Substance abuse issues can complicate even the most amicable co-parenting relationships. As parents are naturally protective of their children, it is only fitting to wonder about your options when you suspect your ex is using drugs or alcohol. Can you deny visitation...
When is a parent entitled to make-up parenting time?
Sharing custody of children can be a difficult adjustment. Parents often find it hard to spend less time with their children overall and to lose important days like holidays and birthdays together. A custody order usually gives each parent opportunities to spend time...
Co-parents: Planning for next school year as this one wraps up
As the current school year winds down, co-parents have a valuable opportunity to plan for the next school year. Proactive planning can ease transitions, minimize conflicts and help to better ensure that both parents are aligned in supporting their child's education...
How false accusations affect child custody hearings
Amidst the tense environment of child custody disputes, strong emotions such as anger and fear can drive parents to take extreme measures. Often, this comes in the form of abuse accusations in an attempt to secure primary custody. However, such allegations do not just...