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If your wife’s friend does not agree to give back custody of her children, she will have to file a motion to modify same. There must be a change of circumstances to warrant a change in custody. Additionally, you must also show that it is in the child’s... View More

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I am not sure as to where the discrepancy you mentioned lies. Generally, there should not be any issues regarding authenticity of signature so long as your Husband and the Notary signed the same day. That would indicate that he was in the... View More

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The basic answer to your question is, yes, text messages can be used in Court. In fact they are commonly used to present a case as it relates to domestic violence hearings. However, they need to be submitted in accordance with Court Rules... View More

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I understand your concern as it relates to marital finances as part of a divorce. The basic answer to your question is, yes, there are services that do assist indigent individuals for litigation,. However, many times you need to qualify... View More

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The short answer is possibly. The final determination of custody and child support will depend on what the Court finds is in the best interest of your child. In its determination, the Court will look at a set of factors, including the fitness of the parents,... View More

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I understand your concerns relating to being financially responsible for a child. First, it is critical that you be determined to be the parent of the child. This is generally established by the signing of a certificate of parentage or via... View More

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In most cases, the custodial parent claims the child on his or her tax returns, unless there is an agreement or Court Order that states otherwise. I understand that you need answers and need to protect yourself. I strongly encourage you to schedule a... View More

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The short answer is possibly. The final determination depends upon what the exact terms of your agreement states. It would be wise to speak with an experienced family law attorney to get answers to your questions and feel more informed about your situation... View More

Thank you for your question. I understand how frustrated you must feel not being able to see your newborn son.

You would need to file an emergent application with the Court. However, depending on which state your baby was born will determine where the application must be filed.... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about your son’s safety.

The short answer is that the Court is required to determine the best interests of your son and ensure that your son is safe at all times. In New Jersey, in all cases involving the custody of a child,... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about the custody of your son.

The short answer is possibly. In New Jersey, in all cases involving the custody of a child, the court must always determine the best interests of the child. Custody is comprised of both... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about the care and well-being of your grandsons.

The short answer is that in all cases involving custody of children the Court must consider the best interests of the children. As a current caretaker for your grandsons, the Court... View More

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I understand your concerns relating to pressing charges. It would be wise to speak with a criminal attorney as it relates to pressing charges. In the interim, I suggest filing for a restraining order if the other party’s behaviors are... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how concerned you must be about making sure you pay your court ordered obligations.

The short answer is that more information is needed in order to answer your question. Was the original court ordered obligation to be paid through a specific... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how concerned you must be about the payment of the judgment owed to you.

The short answer is that more information is needed in order to best answer your question. What kind of judgment is entered against Parent A? Exactly what type of “CS” funds... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about traveling out of the country with your son.

The short answer is that more information is needed. What type of custody do you have? Custody is comprised of both “legal” and “physical” custody. Depending upon the... View More

Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about the custody of your child.

The short answer is possibly. In New Jersey, in all cases involving the custody of a child, the court must always determine the best interests of the child. Custody is comprised of both... View More

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I understand your concerns relating to child support. Child support is based on a number of factors, however, both parents have an obligation to contribute support towards their children. Regardless of the communication issues you have,... View More

Thank you for your question. I understand how worried you must be about being claimed as potential father to a child who has been raised by another man for many years.

In New Jersey in all cases regarding the care and custody of children, the Court must always determine what is in the... View More

Thank you for your question. I understand how worried you must be about the care and well-being of your son.

The short answer is possibly. In New Jersey, in all cases involving the custody of a child, the court must always determine the best interests of the child. Custody is comprised... View More