Divorces are never easy, and they’re often even more difficult when they involve children. In ideal situations, divorced parents in New Jersey commit to working together for the good of their children. One of the most popular parenting styles for divorced parents is...
Child Custody
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...
Frequently asked questions about child custody
Preparing for a child custody hearing in New Jersey can feel overwhelming. Not knowing what to expect can cause worry and anxiety. But you can ease these feelings by learning more about how child custody works. Here are a few questions parents often ask when preparing...
The benefits of mediation in child custody disputes
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...
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. ...
