Under Joint Legal Custody in NJ What is defined as a emergency medical decisions under Day to Day Decision?

As my colleague has indicated, these determinations are often fact-sensitive and there are no "hard and fast" rules as to what constitutes a...

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Will I lose custody of my daughter to her mother??

As my colleagues have indicated, it is unlikley that the mother's compliance with DYFS recommendations would automatically cause custody to revert...

It sounds like you are in a tough sitatuion, and I'm sorry that you and your daughter have to deal with this. Under the law in NJ, you cannot...

My wife and I entered into a "Civil Restraints" instead of an FRO. My financial situation has changed. How do I amend it?

You can file an application seeking a modification of the prior Order based upon a change in circumstances. The Court will consider the changes...

My wife took out a TRO and subsequently took our child across state lines and plans on staying there. Can I call the cops??

Your wife cannot relocate out of the state of NJ with your child without either your express permission or the Order of the Court, even if she has...

How can I push my ex to move out?

As Mr. Salvaggio has suggested, provide her with a date certain by which you expect her to vacate the home. Discuss the facts and circumstances...

My son father just file to be able to claim him on his taxes every other year.he does no provide insurance and own money

Generally speaking, in my experience, the Courts will allow a non-custodial parent to enjoy the benefit of claiming a child (or children) as a...

Can I move?

The law in New Jersey requires that you either have the express consent of the other parent (in writing is extremely helpful) OR the permission of...

I seeking advice on child visitation, My son and I have not seen his daughter in 2 1/2 years. My son has visitation every

Your son has the right to file another application with the Court to enforce the prior orders and secure the return of the chidlren to NJ, and may...

Does permanent alimony always stay the Same or is it adjusted at retirement.

Generally, any financial award is subject to modification upon a showing of a "substantial change in circumstances." Retirement of the payor...