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answered on Oct 10, 2017
Good morning and thanks for your question. This, unfortunately is an all too common problem that can be really painful for families going through this. I'll give you my best general advice here and hope this will shed some light. You have stated that your children's dad has a court... View More 
...my rights. We lived together and we are not married. Court has granted us shared custody.
answered on Oct 9, 2017
Hello and thanks for your question. You indeed have rights and please be rest assured that the court will honor them! I will do my best, here to give you some general advice about relocation, but I would suggest that you go and speak with a family law attorney who can give your really tailored... View More
I been paying for his healthcare due to paying child support
answered on Oct 5, 2017
Hello and thanks for asking your question. I am going to try my best to answer you as completely as possible, here, with the information that you have given me. Please know, however, that an attorney in a consult would have many more questions for you in order that you would receive the most... View More
My ex had judgments against him that i was unaware of when we divorced. Now I have 2 homes that I thought have equity in them based off of the mortgages but I can't refi or get any equity out with the judgements attached. What can be done. I was awarded both properties in the divorce..
answered on Oct 4, 2017
Hello and thanks for your question. This is, I'm sure, terribly frustrating for you and seeing a good family law attorney for at least a consultation is a great idea. In the meantime, let me offer you some general advice, based on the information you have given, here. Please know that an... View More
I'm asking this question on behalf of a dear friend. She is a woman whom the state of New York has declared disabled. She has gone though two brain surgeries. In the years the trial has dragged on the arrears owed by her husband (who works in the entertainment industry) has amassed to... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2017
Hello and thanks for asking your question for a friend. It is a shame that this situation has dragged on for so long and it is surely something that should be avoided if at all possible. It is really very difficult to answer you with an great specificity without knowing all the ins and outs of your... View More
I retained a lawyer back in march abd he didn't file until june but only sent certified mail but hasn't sent a process server or sheriff and I'm out of money what do I do?
answered on Oct 2, 2017
Hello and thanks for your question. It can certainly be a bit frustrating waiting for the divorce process to end, especially when you are ready to be divorced. It sounds like your best bet at this point is to reach out to your attorney and ask him what the status of the situation is. It could be... View More
My wife of 4 years took my child without my consent month and a half ago moving at her parents house 50 min away from our home. Since then I signed 2 parental visitations agreements. Last agreement was due on September 24 since then she was not allowing me to speak or see my child. Does she can do... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2017
Hello and thanks for your question. I'm sorry you are having a tough time dealing with your child's other parent, and to answer you really thoroughly, more information about your situation would be needed. For instance, are you divorced? Has anyone filed for divorce? Have either of you... View More
They never had a court order, just a verbal agreement to avoid court, mother would visit the son every other weekend, but recently, the mother picked the son up from school without the fathers permission and left to another state to GA. Law enforcement would not do anything prior to her leaving NJ... View More
answered on Sep 28, 2017
Hello and thanks for your question. I'm sorry your friend has found himself in this difficult situation, and right off the bat I'd like to advise that he get to the court to file an emergency application as soon as he can. Even though there was no formal agreement between your friend and... View More
I know there's no such thing called " legal separation" in NJ , but if it is possible to simplify the divorce procedure here in New Jersey?
answered on Sep 22, 2017
Hello and thank you for asking your question. It is a bit difficult for me to answer your question, here, without more information regarding your legal separation document that you filed in California. Your question presents pretty complex legal issues, so I really suggest you talk with a family... View More
My ex and I have a divorce and custody agreement for our 8 almost 9 year old son. About 10 weeks ago his father stopped showing up for parenting time, which took a huge toll on our son mentally. Now his father wants to just come back in his life nothing ever happened. He doesn't want to talk... View More
answered on Sep 22, 2017
Hello and thank you for asking your question. I'm sorry that you and your son are going through such a difficult time with his father. Unfortunately, yours is not an uncommon tale, but there are solutions available to you. I will try to give you the best advice that I can in this general... View More
Her father pays child support and it’s supposed to visit her every other weekend but he doesn’t, sometimes he just sends her money and don’t even worry to see her in months, they don’t have a dad-daughter relationship, and i want to move to a different state but he refuses to sign the papers
answered on Sep 21, 2017
Hello and thanks for asking your question, here. I'm sorry to hear that your daughter is not having a great relationship with her dad; I'm sure it's tough on her and the whole family. I can certainly give you some general advice and guidance in response to your question and I hope... View More
answered on Sep 21, 2017
Hello and thanks for your question. Child support can be a little tricky here in New Jersey, but I'll do my best to give you at least some general advice. During a consultation with a family law attorney, more information would be gotten from you such as: how long has the child been out of... View More
Dating back to fall 2015
answered on Sep 15, 2017
Hello and thanks for the question! Sorry, I know that this can be really frustrating, especially when you are the parent paying out-of-pocket. I'll do my best to give you some general guidance, here, but a bit more information would be needed for really specific advice.
You are... View More
I have a 6 year old son whose father used to be a NJ police officer which is why i even originally moved here. He is retired now and i am having another baby by a different father and would like my family to be able to help me with the new baby. They live in PA about 45 mins away. The school... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2017
Hello, and thanks for asking your question, because it is a common one! I completely understand your desire to move back to Pennsylvania to be closer to family, especially since you are about to welcome another baby. But, I must caution you: if you think your child's other parent will fight... View More
My ex-wife has been traveling out of state a lot and leaving the boys with me. She is planning to travel out of state for 4 days, this weekend and she needs coverage for our children while she is gone. She is also planning a vacation to Greece and has asked me to take the boys for 3 straight... View More
answered on Sep 12, 2017
Hi and thanks for your question. Whether or not a child can be left home alone is a question that we frequently get so you are not alone in wondering what the guidelines are in this type of situation. I will do my best to answer you in general terms here on this public forum and hopefully provide... View More
I sent it to her registered mail and she signed for it .The court still wont help me .
answered on Sep 11, 2017
Hello and thanks for asking your question. So sorry to hear that you are having no luck dealing with the courts. The system can be very frustrating, at times! You have not provided a lot of detail with your questions, and I certainly do not want you to get too personal on this open website. I will... View More
My boyfriends parents filed for visit for my 3 year old 2 year old and my 5 month old they are very on heathy people and have made threats
answered on Sep 11, 2017
Hello and thanks for your question. I'm sorry to hear you are having a bit of a tough time with your children's grandparents. Fighting in the family, especially over children, can be really difficult on everyone. First off, I should tell you that your kids' grandparents can indeed... View More
I filed for divorce from my husband and I acquired 2 properties during the marriage and did not add his name to them. I do however have other 3 other co-owners and I know my husband is still legally entitled even though his name isn't on them. When the divorce happens, will it be a 5 way... View More
answered on Sep 11, 2017
Hi, and thanks for asking your question. Equitable distribution here in New Jersey can certainly get a little complex and your particular situation is even a little more complicated given the fact that there are multiple owners of these properties. I can do my best to answer you generally on this... View More
answered on Sep 7, 2017
Thanks so much for your question, and I'm sorry you are going through a hard time. While it may be not exactly what you want to hear, your husband does not need your permission or agreement to file for or even get a divorce. All he really needs in order to get a divorce is proof that you were... View More
My ex and I have a court order stating that I pick up our sons for dinner visit every Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and I am responsible for all transportation. We had this exchange at her residence plenty of times but due to her non trustworthy manner I had the police involved and in the... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2017
Hello and thanks for your question. I'm sorry that you're having a difficult time with your children's other parent. I'll try my best to give you some general advice on this public forum that is hopefully helpful to you. From what you have written, it appears as though the court... View More
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