The vast majority of court cases settle before they reach a final hearing. Family law matters in New Jersey are no exception to this rule. Family law cases are one of the best type to work toward a settlement, as they deal with the most intimate details of the parties’ lives, and, therefore, the parties…
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Grandparents' Rights
Ask any grandparent, and they will tell you that having a grandchild is one of the most exciting and fulfilling stages of life. Playing with grandchildren, helping them grow, and providing them with love and support are all central grandparent roles. In the optimal situation, grandparents and parents get along and cooperate to provide the…
Read More »Why Does My Signed Agreement Need to Be Part of a Court Order?
Moving forward with a family law dispute is never easy. Divorce, custody, or even stand-alone child support cases usually signal a fundamental change in the life of the parties. In recent years, there has been a strong movement toward resolving cases out of court, and family law is no exception. Settling your case before you…
Read More »Mediation Basics in Divorce
Going to court for a contested hearing can be a stressful occurrence. This is especially true during a divorce, as the subject matter of the court’s ruling will impact your life for years or even decades. Your family law attorney will assist you in making the proper arguments and organizing your evidence, but a contested…
Read More »Grandparent Visitation
Many children benefit immensely from spending quality time with their grandparents and other extended family members. Unfortunately, when parents separate or disagree on custody, these grandparents can lose contact with the child when the parents are not cooperative. If the grandparent had played a significant role in the child’s life, the child can suffer. To…
Read More »What If I Don't Agree With the Child Custody Decision?
Family law cases can be a watershed moment in a person’s life. Everything can be measured before what comes “before” and what comes “after.” Child custody determinations are often at the very center of the most complicated and hotly contested cases. Child custody cases can be a part of a divorce, be coupled with a…
Read More »Can I Relocate With My Child?
Adjusting to life after a divorce or separation is a difficult process, emotionally and financially. This is even truer if you and your former spouse or partner share children together. You and the other parent will need to learn how to co-parent even though you are no longer romantically involved and residing together. With all…
Read More »How to Prove Parental Alienation
Divorce, separation, and custody disputes are disruptive and cause instability for all involved, no matter how cordial the parents may be during the process. Although most parents can come through the process understanding the fundamental harm that can come from intentionally attempting to poison your child against the other parent, this is unfortunately not always…
Read More »Common Mistakes in Parenting Plans
The end of a marriage or relationship is difficult for everyone involved, including not only the direct parties but also the children and sometimes even the extended family and close friends. The end of a relationship means that parents who share children will have to restructure their typical parenting approach to reflect the "new normal"…
Read More »Frequent Moves as a Reason to Modify Child Custody
Separation and divorce are difficult for everyone in the family. The children of the relationship are no exception. Children thrive on stability and permanency. A divorce or separation tends to drastically change what has been the norm for a child’s day to day life. That said, after the dust settles and the court has entered…
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