It all depends on the judge and the reason for them not being there. You may get a default judgment. Or the court may think that, based upon what...

Can I relocate to CT if I find a job there after secure custody?

To relocate out of New Jersey over the objection of the other parent, you need to file what we call a "Bauers Motion." You must make your "prima...

Does alimony and child support get recalculate if I got married and have kids in my new marriage?

Agreeing with the previous response, yes your obligation may in fact change. But until you run the actual numbers, you really can;t tell how much...

My ex-husband pre-paid college expenses in the form of a credit to me and now is demanding proof of where those dollars are.

I think your ex's request is misguided and it sounds like he is trying to abuse the legal process in some strange attempt to obtain a tax or...

Is it a Constitutional Right not to sign a retainer?

In general you would be required to use the court-appointed mediator, which would require you to retain their services. Most retainers are fairly...

Can I move to another state?

This sort of move generally requires what is called a "Bauers Motion." That motion is filed by a parent who wishes to move out of the State with...

Could I get my engagement ring back?

While the general answer is "yes" there are a host of factors which could affect the outcome. Did you give it to her here in NJ or in another...

NJ Child Support Laws...

While this site will not give you the exact caselaw upon which you would want to rely, it does outline the legal standards at play here and give...

If I'm going to court for joint primary custody for my son do i need a lawyer because the other parent has one?

The two of you could simply draft a Consent Order as to all issues of custody and support and submit it to the court with your signatures on it,...

Name change in NJ

The courts are usually pretty good on these, getting them back to you in a week or so.