When you and your spouse cannot reconcile your differences despite having tried repeatedly, it might be time to acknowledge the unfortunate reality that divorce may be the next best step. If you are parents, close friends and family members may have tried to convince...
Child Custody
Can I relocate my child to another state if I have sole custody?
After divorce, it is not unusual for people to make some significant changes, from accepting a new job to wanting a change of scenery. Under these circumstances, moving to a new state could be part of this new chapter. However, if you have a child with your former...
What to consider when creating a parenting plan
New Jersey family law judges will in most cases allow parents to spend an abundant amount of time with their children after a divorce. It is not unusual for one parent to have custody of a child for a week before allowing the other parent to spend the following week...
A look at the alternating weeks custody schedule
Parents who are no longer married want to make the best of the situation for the sake of their children. While sharing custody, creating a co-parenting schedule is crucial. Although many parents might think that alternating weeks for shared custody is ideal, there are...
What happens when one parent denies the other access to the kids?
Custody orders approved by the New Jersey family courts and parenting plans drafted by separated parents dictate how co-parents split parenting time and other obligations concerning their children. If your family is subject to such an order, you and your children’s...
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...
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...
How can you make your custody transfer go smoothly?
If you and your ex-spouse have a shared custody arrangement, you probably have to see him or her at least once a week to transfer physical custody of your kids. While your custody transfer does not have to be lengthy, it should ensure your children safely go to their...
