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I will not be able to give you a more definitive answer without knowing more about your case. I strongly encourage you to schedule a consultation with an experienced family law attorney.

Thank you for your question. I know how concerned you must be about your child support payments and custody of your son.

The short answer is that you should immediately contact an experienced family law attorney. The issue of your ability to pay child support is completely separate... View More

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If you are a victim of domestic violence, it is best to contact the appropriate authorities as well as obtain a temporary restraining order. In order to present a case for the issuance of a final restraining order you will need evidence and witnesses to prove... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be with regard to a possible domestic violence contempt charge.

In New Jersey there are no “felonies” but rather “indictable” offenses and “misdemeanors” which are disorderly person and petty disorderly person offenses.... View More

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It is best to schedule a parenting time schedule so all parties are on the same page, however, many parties agree to keep visitation open and liberal.

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Legal separation is not technically recognized in the State of New Jersey, however, the Court does recognize a Divorce from Bed and Board, where the parties remain married but all aspects of a divorce can be resolved. Regardless, if you and your spouse can reach... View More

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Based on the information you present, it appears that you may have a right to claim the contributions that were made toward the property. As such, that is an aspect of equitable distribution that needs to be discussed as part of a divorce.

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If the other part is not following terms of the agreement a motion must be filed to enforce the terms. If you are suffering losses as a result of the non-payment of the mortgage, you may be entitled to financial relief depending on the terms you and the other... View More

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More specific information is needed in order to give better advice. You can go through either avenue; however, it depends on what you are seeking and what your ultimate goals are. I suggest that you meet with an experienced family law attorney to discuss the... View More

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If your fiancé and his ex have agreement as to the amount and when child support will be paid and it is in writing, then the Court will accept the agreement. However, if there is nothing in writing with regard to same, then the Court will calculate child... View More

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There are many enforcement tools that the Court uses in order to ensure that child support is paid. This includes, but not limited to, withholding income, reporting arrears to the credit bureau, seizing your assets, issuing a warrant for your arrest,... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about the scheduled case management conference.

The short answer is that you should contact the court because more than likely your husband DID file a responsive pleading with the court, but did not send you a copy. The court... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about your alimony.

The short answer is that more information is needed. What time of alimony were you awarded? In New Jersey there are different types of alimony that are awarded depending upon the specific circumstances of... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about any potential drug test.

The short answer is that it is hard to predict. Each test is different depending upon the parameters of the test. What substances are being tested? How long is the hair sample? It is important... View More

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The short answer is no. Unless your child has been deemed emancipated, meaning she’s self-support or has moved out of the custodial parent’s home, or has married, only then can child support be terminated. The mere fact that she has had a child does not... View More

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The short answer is that you should immediately contact an experienced family law lawyer. In New Jersey, in all cases involving the care and custody of children, the court must always determine the best interests of the children. It is the public policy if the... View More

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The short answer is that you should immediately contact an experienced family law lawyer. In New Jersey, in all cases involving the care, custody, and parenting time issues involving a child, the court must always determine the best interests of the child.... View More

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As it relates to reconsideration it depends what you are seeking to reconsider. If the Court made an improper determination any you believe that the Court erred in making the decision for failing to consider certain evidence or erred as it relates to it’s... View More

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I am unclear as to what you are asking. If you believe you have a claim to file for a restraining order, it should be filed after an act of domestic abuse occurs. If you are seeking damages as a result of domestic abuse it depends of the facts of the case as to... View More

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First, it seems you may have jurisdiction issues. If the Child Support was established in NJ and your husband still currently lives in NJ, the application to terminate child support must be made in NJ as the state still has jurisdiction. Second, was there an... View More