The dissolution of a marriage, even among the most amicable soon-to-be-ex spouses, can bring with it a host of thorny issues that are not easily or immediately resolved. One of the most contentious areas for countless New Jersey couples preparing to split is that of...
Child Custody
Navigating child custody issues while in recovery in New Jersey
If you're a parent in recovery from drug addiction in New Jersey, chances are good that you're facing some unique challenges when it comes to child custody. And while it's certainly not impossible to overcome these challenges, it's important to be aware of them to be...
The forensic psychologist’s role in child custody cases
Being a forensic psychologist in child custody cases consists of performing services while acting as a neutral evaluator. This includes conducting interviews not just with the children or parents but sometimes with extended family members as well. From this angle of...
Details of a parenting plan that can work
A benefit of creating a parenting plan in New Jersey is that it can be a peaceful transition for your children when they go between one home and the other parent's home. In order for a plan to be successful, there should be communication between both parties. A...
Dispelling 3 child custody myths
Figuring out where your child will live and who will make decisions for them when you separate or divorce the other parent can be a painful process. It can be especially difficult to navigate if you have the following misconceptions about child custody cases. ...
What to know about coparenting with a narcissistic ex
If you've recently ended your marriage in New Jersey and your ex is a narcissist, you've likely discovered that trying to co-parent with them is next to impossible. Instead of trying to co-parent in the traditional way, you'll have to establish clear boundaries and...
Will a judge decide child custody based on income?
If you're in a child custody battle with your ex, you've likely found that the process is not only time-consuming but expensive as well the longer the case goes on. If you're a New Jersey resident, here are some things to keep in mind when it comes to income and child...
What does it take to get a child custody modification in New Jersey?
If your divorce occurred several years ago, chances are that your current situation is much different from when you first got divorced. You might have gotten remarried, you may have a different employment situation, and you may have even moved to a different town or...
3 mistakes to avoid when creating a parenting time plan
A couple will likely face numerous challenges when navigating the divorce process. From property division to support matters, the divorcing couple must negotiate several issues until they reach a beneficial resolution. Unfortunately, in their haste to complete certain...
What are the child custody laws in New Jersey?
New Jersey parents going through a divorce typically have to consider child custody matters in order to settle their divorce. Custody is determined based on various factors that parents should be familiar with. What are the types of child custody in New Jersey? Legal...
