How long does it take to get my children back in my custody? Will they give them back?

There is no specific guideline to refer to that would inform you how long it would take to get your children back. Every such situation is unique....

I was awarded permanent alimony after a failed 24 yr marriage . Can my ex - spouse attempt to reduce or eliminate my alimony ?

To secure a modification of a support obligation the party seeking the modification must establish a "significant, permanent change of...

I've lived with my friend in his apt. for over 2 years rent free. Can he put me out? What are my rights?

If the two of you had never been married and do not have a child in common this is not a question for a Family Law Forum, as the Family Court would...

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

First, your inquiry is really for an accountant as opposed to an attorney, therefore for a reliable opinion you really should check with an...

What happens if a person files a motion and then does not show up on the court date?

It depends. Not all motions require oral argument. A Judge can decide to "hear" the motion "on the papers," meaning that the Judge reviews all...

Divorce - Parent PLUS

Some inquiries are too complex for this forum. There is a lot of information that should be reviewed before an attorney can provide you with a...

Do I have a case in taking the woman to court, who put my husband in jail, innocently?

First, your matter should not be listed in the Family Law Forum as it is not a family law question. I have added a tag for malicous prosecution,...

Paula Sinclair, Esq., has provided an excellant answer...advice you can clearly follow.

Does a loss from a small business lower the total income used to calculate the amount of child support?

"It depends." Any true increase in annual income is a factor that could result in one's child support obligation being increased. "Business...

Dyfs drug tested my ex girlfriend and she came up positive for Heroin , however they are still letting my son go with her .

Outside of a DYFS matter you have a right to make a formal application to the Family Court, likely under your "FD" Docket Number to seek a...