My daughter lives in New Jersey and her soon to be x wants 50/50 custody. Is there a way for this to not happen. Any loop holes

Parenting time decisions are based on multiple factors. Each parent will need to explain their proposed parenting plan and how that is on the best...

Do I/ Should I have an Attorney for a Sole Custody Case of my child. When her father is MIA; What do I need to know/do?

Custody determinations are fact specific. The court will need to determine if sole custody is in the child's best interests. The procedural rules...

My Ex is behind in Alimony Payments. He receives a trust fund, we were married when he started receiving it. It was always

You should file a Motion to Enforce Litigant's Rights as soon as possible. Identify the trust,and any other assets or income he may have. Ask that...

Legal separation in New Jersey for 15 months as of January 2013. How should 2012 taxes be filed?

For tax advice you should consult with an accountant. In NJ you are either married or divorced. If you are married or separated you can file a...

Family Law - Arbitration

The primary advantage to arbitration is that the parties can select the individual who will "judge" the case. Arbitration can also be completed...

If my ex-spouse is in arrears of alimony by over $12,000 can he take me to court to reduce or eliminate my spousal support?

He will have a very difficult time getting the arrears vacated. He could have support lowered going forward. You should file an enforcement...

I live in NJ and am divorced and ordered to pay alimony is there a time when the order will expire?

The terms of your settlement agreement should state when and under what circumstances your alimony will end. If she is cohabiting you should either...

How is child support payment calculated in New Jersey? At what age or situation of the child can the payment be discontinued?

Child support is calculated using the child support guidelines or the support statute if the income exceeds the guideline thresholds. There are a...

Cohabitation is a much an economic analysis as it is an overnight stay analysis. The frequency of the overnight stays is not determinative.

Can a mother take a child from Florida to California if she is married to the father and he does not agree to this?

Assuming you live in NJ you should file an application with the court seeking to prevent the move. You will want to focus on the best interests of...