You indicate that you have sole legal custody which could permit you to obtain a passport on your own (without the other parent participating in...

How does a father that is asking for a paternity test and that is granted it also gets visitation granted?

Typically, pending the results of a paternity test there is no parenting time so this strikes me as odd. As this involves your child, surely you...

Do I need a court order from child support to claim both my daughters when I file taxes?

If you go in accordance with the IRS laws then you would be the one claiming them. Often times as part of a settlement we split the deductions...

Can I do a certificate of service for divorce papers

It cannot hurt to ask but it is unlikely. Contact the Sherriff's Department for service of process.

How will I know if I need to appear in court?

You will likely get a call from the court the week the motion is returnable advising you whether the judge wants oral argument, if the motions will...

My husband was charged w/unlawful weapons possession based on a prior domestic violence charge that was changed to a disorderly

In New jersey, a final restraining order is permanent (unless either party petitions to have it dissolved and the court grants it). Therefor the ...

It is best to file a complaint under an "FD" docket seeking to establish you as the custodial parent and giving you permission to permanently...

The answer is that it varies. Make sure that you completed all of the forms required to establish the probation account and keep in contact with...

I just found out that my exhusband will be out of state next week and wants to leave our children with his wife during his time

What you are seeking is called the right of first refusal which is something a court can order when the parent who has custody of the children is...

Will a severance payout will increase the current child support award?

The severance package is not a permanent change in circumstance - rather it was a one time payout so the court is unlikely to consider it when...