Advice on removing abusive adult son with history of substance abuse

I recommend that your mother seek the protection of a restraining order. There are three requirements for entry of a restraining order: (1) the...

How can I change my last name to my husband's last name?

In the State of New Jersey, you are allowed to take any last name you want, at any time and for any reason, regardless of whether it is the name of...

How long after court order granting emancipation will my child support be recalculated and wage garnishment adjusted?

There are several issues here, and I strongly recommend you hire an attorney to assist you with the process. This situation could have been avoided...

Can I sue for breach of confidentiality which children and family Services

I respectfully disagree with my colleague, Mr. Popovich. Did you tell this information to your friend willingly because she was your friend? If so,...

My wife got a divorce in NY without a property settlement agreement or seeing a judge. Can she got a divorce like this in NJ?

The facts you have presented are very troubling and may implicate criminal activity. I recommend that you immediately discuss this with an attorney...

It depends if she is owed a part of your 401(k), in which case you might keep her share of the retirement account in exchange for her keeping your...

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

It sounds as if it is too late to be considering whether you had the right to give your child a different last name at birth. That does not prevent...

Your husband is probably seeking to (or has already) put you in default and requested an uncontested divorce hearing. You have very limited time to...

Can I report International Kidnapping to 911 since my wife did not bring my kid back to USA as planned?

Yes, you can report this issue to 911. It is unclear, however, whether 911 (i.e., local authorities) will be able to help you. Child abduction is...

Alimony Changed Circumstance: Is there case law that would support a change in alimony being retroactive to the date of change.

As it seems you are aware, the standard governing a change to support obligations required the requesting party to demonstrate "changed...