What is the age a child has to be that wants to live with the father instead of mother? we have joint custody in NJ.

There is no set age. If you file a motion the judge can take into account and give weight to the child's preference.

Can a grandmother file for joint custody to be shared with the child's parents but giving the grandmother residential.

Yes. You will have to file a motion and show it is in the best interest of the child absent a consent. You should ensure you can present evidence...

Who has legal rights to cremated remains? The husband or the adult child? (the child is not the son of the husband) in NJ

The New Jersey statute governing such matters places the surviving spouse first unless there was a restraining order or the spouse is charged with...

Is it possible to ask for a different family court judge in Monmouth County?

You have no basis to request a change in judge.

Does an attorney have a responsibility to follow up with the facts or statements made on a website before testifying in court?

From what you state it appears you assume the attorney knew the agency was closed...that may not be true. An attorney has an ethical obligation...

I am pro-se for as custody plenary hearing. the other side is calling witnesses 72-48 hours before the hearing. is there a time

In family court the timeframes are often set after a case management conference. If you feel you need time to prepare you should request it. You...

How do I drop a simple assault/DV against my fiancé in ocean county nj?

You may go at anytime the court is open and request to dismiss. You should meet with the domestic violence representative who will ask you...

submit does mean to file the brief. There is a NJ Court rule that speaks to how anything to filed with the court and served how it must be served....

If you are separated and have full custody of your children and dyfs gets called can they break privacy an tell the other parent

It does not require DCPP (formerly DYFS) to as you state break privacy to inform the other parent if there are issues concerning the health,...

Will the courts allow me to change the name of my biological son if his adoptive parent objects?

You may file a name change application. Without knowing the reason for the objection to the request it's difficult to give a complete answer. The...