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My ex-boyfriend and I conceived a child in June 2017 and I gave birth to her in March. My husband and I had a verbal separation agreement while I was in contact with my ex, but we never got legally separated.
I started seeing things in my ex-bf that I didn't like: practicing polygamy... View More 
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answered on Apr 7, 2018
You will need to look for some type of charitable legal assistance, because you have no chance of winning this type of case without an experienced matrimonial(family law attorney). The biological father's rights, despite what you stated, will not just disappear. You have no idea what type of a... View More
Can the father give up his rights prior to the child being born if both parties agree and mother does not need financial assistance of any kind? The parties are not married and are no longer in a relationship. The father has not been involved or shown any interest in being involved in the... View More
answered on Apr 6, 2018
Without someone waiting to step into the father's shoes and adopt the child, the father cannot just walk away from his legal ties to the child or his obligation to pay child support. However, with the help of an attorney the parties can have a Consent Order prepared giving the mother sole... View More
Re: NJ Statute Title 9, Section 9:2-2 , which dictates "...have resided five years within its limits, they shall not be removed out of its jurisdiction against their own consent...". We've only lived here for 3+ years. She lived in NC for the first 6 years of her life, and I am now... View More
answered on Apr 6, 2018
Either you need need to seek permission from the Court, unless you have written permission from the other parent in order to move out of State. Get a lawyer to secure the proper permission.
As per court order my son father is only allow to speak to our son from 5pm till 7pm . But every time he calls he wants to force our son to speak to other family memeber. can he do that?!
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answered on Apr 3, 2018
No he cannot do so. You need to consult with an experienced matrimonial attorney to review your Judgment of Divorce and any subsequent legal pleadings. The attorney will then be able to advise you how to best proceed. Pick the best lawyer you can find and remember one rule: a good lawyer is... View More
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answered on Mar 31, 2018
In 2012, New Jersey's Division of Youth and Family Services (DYFS) was officially renamed the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCP&P). DCP&P is almost totally immune from lawsuits. If a litigation attorney determined that you did in fact have a viable case, you can expect... View More
She hasn’t worked in 8 years. She just signed custody of our 16yr old son to me. I was paying $140 a week but she keeps saying she doesn’t work so she can’t afford that. Her husband works and supports her
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answered on Mar 31, 2018
Child support is the obligation for the biological parents, not the people they remarry. Income can be attributed to someone who wilfully does not work. This is a situation, which will require the retention of an experienced matrimonial (family law attorney). Do not let geographic restrictions get... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2018
It is debatable. Someone would have to search the case law.
Am Indian and came to US in 2009 on work visa with my wife and 1 yr kid (both Indian). We lived here for about 6 months and I realized that my wife is involved in some other interests and finding ways to stay in US permanently. We got many ups and downs and she tried 911 calls many times just to... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2018
You need to retain an experienced NJ matrimonial (family) law attorney. Do not let geographic restrictions get in the way of retaining the best attorney. Pick the best attorney you can find and remember one rule: a good attorney is generally never cheap, and a cheap attorney is generally never... View More
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answered on Mar 25, 2018
Your friend needs to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to file the appropriate motion before the Court. But significantly more information is required to obtain an answer.
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answered on Mar 24, 2018
There is an insufficient factual basis to answer your questions and address your concerns. The only way to handle this problem is with an in person consultation with an experienced matrimonial attorney and a comprehensive review of all legal documents and any other supporting materials. Do not let... View More
Father in SC wants her to visit for summer
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answered on Mar 24, 2018
It is called kidnapping! You should retain an experienced matrimonial (family) to make a Motion to the Court to preclude this from happening. Do not let geographic restrictions get in the way of retaining the best attorney. Pick the best attorney you can find and remember one rule: a good attorney... View More
Son is with his step dad for 1/3 of time who filed for custody with my support in Salem county. My last order was 10 years ago in Burlington county which is where I still reside. Which county do I file in to amend old order and terminate child support?
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answered on Mar 17, 2018
You should retain an experienced matrimonial attorney and file in Burlington County. Pick the best lawyer you can find and remember one rule: a good lawyer is generally never cheap, and a cheap lawyer is generally never good so don't choose based on price.
my mother has physical custody of my child (i live with my mother). legal custody is with my ex and I. We were married but have not divorced yet. there is no CS order in place. my ex receives TANF benefits, and stated my child lived with her. i was put on child support and ordered to pay back the... View More
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answered on Mar 17, 2018
Your situation requires an in person consultation with an experienced matrimonial attorney.
My ex was granted joint custody making him the primary parent of residency. We have 50/50 parenting time. Since that order has been in effect as of July 2017, he has had inconsistent visits and eventually stopped all contact with the children, it has been 17 weeks. He has sent numerous emails... View More
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answered on Mar 17, 2018
You need to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to file the appropriate legal pleadings. Pick the best lawyer you can find and remember one rule: a good lawyer is generally never cheap, and a cheap lawyer is generally never good so don't choose based on price.
I was accused of Parental alienation and the court appointed therapist told the judge that my family needed intense treatment. He recommended Stable Paths which had a location in florida and Mass. My kids went to the one outside of Boston. It was the worst experience for them and it didn't... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2018
Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about the court ordered reunification therapy.
I personally have no experience with either of those intensive reunification programs. I would suggest however that you contact the Attorney General in Massachusetts who might be... View More
I was told my a lawyer in Texas and one I Jersey that I can just go down there and take them. I am scared to death because I don't want charges brought up against me. But he left in April 2017 and moved out. Left the kids with his ex wife n after their divorce in Jan 2018 my kids still reside... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2018
Thank you for your question. I know how worried you must be about the custody of your children.
The short answer is possibly and you should immediately contact an experienced family law lawyer. In New Jersey, an emergency application called an order to show cause can be filed requiring... View More
I live in NJ and filled for child support. The ncp and i have both received a letter for our first court hearing which will take place two weeks from now. However, we have now made a private agreement and i was wondering how i have to go about canceling this motion? Can i call and close the child... View More
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answered on Mar 15, 2018
What you need to do, in order to handle this matter properly is to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to turn your private agreement into a Consent Order that will be signed by both sides and submitted to the Judge for his approval and signature. Otherwise you are looking for more problems... View More
Edited:. When I got a divorce support and custody is part of out divorce papers not separate. I was told in order to take my ex to court I have to pull custody and child support out of my divorce. Before I can take him to court. I know the steps on filing a motion to take action, but I can't... View More
answered on Mar 15, 2018
I'm not exactly clear on your question. I think you are asking how to get your ex to pay child support and medical expenses. In order to have your ex pay child support and medical costs you would have to file a motion to the court to get an order stating that he must pay. You should... View More
My son wants to live with me. My ex wrote a letter stating she doesn’t want to give up custody. He’s enrolled in school here now. She’s “kicked him out” 3 tines in the past month but the last time is when she called me to get him. I don’t know if I should bring a lawyer. What are the... View More
answered on Mar 12, 2018
A change in custody can be a complicated legal proceeding. Your son’s wishes are only one of many factors the court will consider when determining whether a change in custody is appropriate; there are a number of factors which the court must consider in awarding a parent custody and to change... View More
I, my wife and our only kid came to US in 2010 on my work visa. We lived here for few months and she called up 911 for DV abuse. There were no charges against me as I did nothing wrong. However, she left home with our child. I went to my country back tried all means to be in touch with them via... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2018
Thank you for your question.
I understand your concerns relating to visitation of your child. Since you are back in the US, it would be wise to file a motion to develop a parenting time schedule for the child. Based on a number of factors, parenting time will likely occur, however, there... View More
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