You would have to do this by way of motion seeking to have him removed as the psychological parent . The facts as you state them above when have...

We have a default hearing October 12th

Yes it is likely, provided you have followed the proper procedure including filing and serving a notice of proposed judgment of divorce 20 days in...

A stable and safe home is a factor when deciding custody or a modification of custody. It is not clear whether you have an application pending...

Does a judge have power to award alimony even if the msa says alimony is nonmodifiable?

The MSA is a contract and typically you will both be held to it. However, the Family Part is a court of equity and if the arrangement is...

My daughter's father the non custodial parent wants to sign his rights over bc of mental health issues and also financial what r

This is a common question and it is not unusual for people to believe that this is possible - but its not! Unless there is someone willing to come...

Is there enough basis for a grandmother to place a restraining order against a son's ex?

More details would be required to determine if the grandmother would qualify as a victim under New Jersey's domestic violence statute. A consult...

If there is a court order which requires payment through probation (via wage garnishment)- and it sounds like there is - then that order will be...

Will I have to pay child support for a new state if my home state already set it up?

You have much more going on here than just child support. First, your ex should not have relocated out of state without your permission or an...

Naming a child in the state of New Jersey with unwed parents

You will need to file the application to change your son's name. His father will need to be noticed and he will have an opportunity to oppose it. ...

How should the child support be adjusted by COLA?

If the support is payable through the probation department there will be an automatic COLA, but the payor can object to it for a variety of...