Should i hire a lawyer? can i keep him from getting visitation?

Obtaining sole custody is challenging in New Jersey because Courts favor involving both parents in the important decisions regarding children. ...

My husband and I signed a Separation Agreement in 2011. How do I enforce it regarding payment of child support?

Both parents have a responsibility to provide for their children. Your Separation Agreement will guide how you can move forward. Generally, you may...

Ex decided upon himself to stop paying

The language of your settlement agreement will control in this matter. With regard to medical appointments, if the agreements states that he must...

3 vehicles I am the primary financier on them. My husband whom i am separated (still living together) is co owner can i take

In New Jersey, absent exceptional circumstances, assets purchased during the marriage are considered marital property, and are generally split...

Can I get a divorce here in the US if I married outside the country 10 years ago?

Yes. In order to file for divorce in New Jersey, you must be a resident of New Jersey for one (1) year. From your post, it seems as though you are...

If I got married in Washington state, and now live in NJ. Do I have to get a WA based lawyer?

Under New Jersey law, you must be resident of the State of New Jersey for one (1) year before you may seek a divorce in New Jersey. If you have...

Divorce settlement awarded the proceeds from the sale home to me. My ex husband has changed the locks. What is my recourse.

You must first consult your property settlement agreement, as the agreement will guide you as to how you must proceed. From what you have provided,...

How long do I have to pay child support? Also, if I have overpaid, can I get reimbursed?

New Jersey does not have an automatic age of emancipation. Instead, case law provides that an application to emancipate a child may be granted if...

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What's the best way to get residential custody of my kids back from my cousin?

To modify custody, you will have to show the Court that there has been a substantial change in circumstances warranting a modification of custody...

I live in NJ and my divorce was finalized last year. Do I need a lawyer to file motion to relocate with children to Florida?

Assuming you share joint legal custody, you must obtain the court’s permission or the other parent’s consent to relocate outside of New Jersey. In...