Can I ask to change the primary residency of my son since mother is bringing a lot of partners over the house?

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

The non-custodial parent is free to relocate, and does not have to file an application with the Court like the custodial parent would have to do....

If the mother find a job after divorce. Does she need to pay child support, and what's ratio?

Both parents have a responsibility to provide for their child. The right to child support is not the parents’ right, but the child’s right. If the...

Relocating with my kids out of state, what do I need to do so I can go?

You must either obtain the court’s permission to relocate by filing an application with the Superior Court of New Jersey or get consent to relocate...

Can a child be adopted without both parents legal consent to do so?

The father of the child has parental rights separate from the mother’s. The birth father must be notified of the plan to place a child for adoption...

Will my hard earned money fall under equitable distribution if I choose to file for separation?

Generally, all assets acquired during a marriage are subject to equitable distribution. There are some exceptions, including receiving inheritance....

Can my son receive child support payments while he is in Trinidad and can I get Alimony?

It is the responsibility of both parents to provide for their child, and the right to child support is not the parents’, but the child’s. Your son...

What can I do to get my ex to pay the lawyer the $5,000 he was court ordered to pay and for which she is holding me responsible?

You may file a motion with the Court, requesting for the Court to convert the counsel fee award into a money judgment against your ex-husband....

Does my ex-husband, the non-custodial parent, have a right to see my 17 year old daughters college applications?

You must refer to your Final Judgment of Divorce/Property Settlement Agreement. If you and your husband have joint legal custody over your child,...

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You must retain an experienced family attorney to ensure that your interests are protected and to ensure that the Court makes its decision in your...