Is there usually a hearing and court appearance for a legal name change in NJ?

Yes, you will have to appear at least once, and that would be near the end of the process. Be sure that you have met all the requirements prior to...

Name change in NJ though civil court

I agree with the attorneys, above. You will receive your judgment for the name change with a gold seal when all is said and done. That is the...

How can I file a QDRO. I've been divorced for eight years already. Didn't know about this.

QDROs can be very confusing and complicated. Some family attorneys do draft them, however, many also use an outside company (firm) who specializes...

My ex husband wants to take my children out of the country to Ireland. Will a judge agree to this request?

While Ireland has indeed ratified the Hague Convention on Protection of Children, and the court will look at this, if your ex does indeed refuse to...

Pleaded guilty 240.26 and 195.05 will these affect immigration benefit..after conviction is sealed can we reopen 5 years later.

This question is probably better suited to be asked in an Immigration forum. You've marked the practice area as prenuptials. You will probably get...

If a father is willing to take his children out of bad situation why does the court not see the same bad situation

It is almost impossible to give you complete advice without knowing the full details of what appears to be a very complex case. It is unclear if...

I agree with my colleagues above, if the matter is in municipal/criminal court. However, if you are attempting to seek a final restraining order in...

I have a hearing coming up for family court issue. Is it possible to request a different judge? What is the procedure?

It is extremely difficult to change judges in these types of situations. Forum shopping is prohibited. If you feel as though the judge in your...

What does the family court say about toddler sleeping over a different home?

I feel as though your concerns are genuine, however, I agree with my colleague above: you simply do not have enough information at this point. A...

I have been living with a man for close to 30 years while he supported me there was child support from x 2002 we had a chil

Was there a formal child support order put in place in 2002? If so, you need to file to enforce that order. If there was no formal child support...