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Do My Child Support Payments End if I Get Remarried in New Jersey?
No. In a majority of New Jersey child support cases, child support does not end if you get remarried. However, the details of that child support may change, and you will likely have to modify your child support payments to reflect your new circumstances. So how is child support determined after you get remarried,… Read More »
Filing a Restraining Order in NJ
If you or your children have been the victims of domestic violence, it’s important to act as soon as you can to get yourself and your family to safety. If you fear for your safety or that of your family, you can seek a restraining order preventing the abuser from approaching you or contacting… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Retroactive Child Support in NJ
New Jersey courts can order a parent to pay child support to the child’s other parent. The payment obligation usually starts when the court’s order is issued. What happens when a parent was not paying their fair share or otherwise not taking responsibility for their children before a divorce or claim for child support… Read More »
Valid Reasons to Stop Paying NJ Child Support
In New Jersey, parents have both rights and obligations regarding their children. Depending on the custody arrangement, parents have the right to make important decisions about their child’s education, medical issues, religious upbringing, etc. Parents are also responsible for taking care of their children, including providing medical care and coverage financial support. If the… Read More »
How COVID Affected the Divorce Process in NJ
The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic upended just about every aspect of our daily lives. Stores were closed, events were canceled, office work became remote, and many businesses closed. The court processes were changed as well, to reflect the risk of COVID exposure and the realities of the new world. Below, we discuss a few aspects… Read More »
Prenuptial Agreement: What to Include
Prenuptial or premarital agreements are an important legal tool that a growing number of couples are utilizing to protect their rights, their finances, and their families. Prenups can be used to address a wide range of financial rights and responsibilities during the marriage and upon divorce. Read on for a discussion of what you… Read More »
What Is a Custodial Parent in New Jersey?
Our clients often ask about what it means to be the “custodial parent.” Does the custodial parent have special rights? Do they have the sole right to make important decisions about their children? If one parent is the custodial parent, does the other parent retain any rights? Continue reading to learn about the custodial… Read More »
Legal Custody vs. Physical Custody: What You Need to Know
There are two types of custody parents will encounter during a legal separation or divorce: legal custody and physical custody. Understanding the differences between the two can be critical in navigating the legal system and ensuring that your child’s best interests are protected. If you are navigating a divorce in New Jersey, turn to… Read More »
Common Law Marriage in NJ
Occasionally, our clients ask about so-called “common law marriage.” They’re concerned about whether they can “accidentally” be legally married if they live together for too long, or they wonder if they are entitled to any of the benefits of marriage if they’ve been together for long enough. While some states do recognize common law… Read More »
Emergency Child Custody Hearings
Child custody is often a hotly contested issue in New Jersey divorces. Contested custody disputes can take months or even years to resolve. Ultimately, the court will make a final decision based on the best interests of the child. Sometimes, however, you do not have that luxury of time. If your child is in… Read More »
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