The "penalty" could be that the court orders the child returned to the state of NJ. You would need to file an FD Complaint asking for the child to...

You moving out of state is a complication, and all the more reason you should retain counsel to assist you. You indicate that he is trying to apply...

I trust your motion to vacate the settlement pursuant to Rule 4:50-1 was withdrawn/dismissed without prejudice. Assuming that is the case, you can...

You would need to sign a retainer for an attorney to do any type of work, be it just a letter advising of your intentions or the filing of a...

If he is abusive, you may be granted a Temporary Restraining Order. Restraining Orders in NJ are not just for physical abuse. Harassment is a...

If you have nothing together then the divorce is "easy" regardless of the passage of time. Legally severing ties is important though. If your...

If the judge is making decisions on equitable distribution, that means you have been unable to settle your case and have proceeded to trial. IF...

While a divorce is pending, the status quo in terms of finances is to remain in tact. He is responsible for whatever he was paying prior to the...

It is possible to un-emancipate a child. In this case, if it was just an oversight regarding returning paperwork, and the child has been a full...

The Court rules are specific as to how and when a discovery motion would be filed. There should be an opportunity to cure any deficiencies in...