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When we lived in NJ for almost 3 years the previous time his father did not come to visit him once in NJ. we have no court issued agreements and he has not even established paternity in FL which is required prior to anything.
answered on Nov 15, 2017
Hello and thanks for asking your question. First off, you are definitely raising some complicated jurisdictional issues that need more exploring and explaining! I'll do my best to answer you generally, here. But, please know that an attorney would need much more detail regarding you and your... View More 
I Currently live in the same county as my ex. we co-parent well and have never had to bring the courts into our lives as far as a custody arrangements, we simply just have a paper stating I am primary parent and we have joint custody.However I am looking to move about 1 1/2 - 2 hours away to... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2017
I strongly suggest you contact a qualified family law attorney for a consultation. This type of move will affect both parents' lives and the child. You will need to all be on the same page before the move takes place, or else you are begging for contested litigation - which could create a... View More
I am PPR. Parenting time is shared 50/50...all court ordered. I had a disagreement with my child out of hurt by something she did. She called her dad to pick her up from school during my parenting time, which he did. I spoke with him and he said she doesn't want to come home and he... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2017
This type of issue is sensitive. Being that your post is two weeks old, I presume that one way or another it has resolved by now. As a general rule, it is best to try to address these type of teenager issues delicately, by trying to talk it through with your child, while trying to gently remind the... View More
My daughter's (she's two) mother and I were never together. Up until recently, we have gotten along alright. My only problem is that she does not allow me to spend as much time as I would like work my little girl. I've been fighting in court for more time with her as the custody... View More
answered on Oct 25, 2017
Hi and thanks for your question. Sorry to hear you have been struggling with your child's other parent. Although this is not uncommon, it certainly can be difficult for anyone to go through. I'll try to answer you as specifically as I can, but please know that you should consider a... View More
Currently child lives with mother. They are not married.
answered on Oct 16, 2017
Hello and thanks for your question. You should file for custody in the county where your child is living. If you need further information regarding the process for filing or any other info, consider a consult with an attorney. Many offer free consultations as we do. Hope this helps! Regards, Bari
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
I'm pro se in my custody case. I just want to know the legal procedure to have my child's therapist testify in court. And exactly where I would need to go to file the form.
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answered on Oct 3, 2017
Trying to represent yourself in any legal proceeding, especially a family matter is unwise, to put it charitably. You need an in person consultation with an experienced matrimonial attorney, who can review all previous legal proceedings and documents. Then the attorney will be able to advise you... 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
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answered on Oct 1, 2017
You really need to retain an experienced matrimonial (divorce) attorney. You need the best attorney you can afford, do not let geographic considerations be a factor in your choice of an attorney. Pick the best lawyer you can find and remember one rule: a good lawyer is generally never cheap, and a... 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
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
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
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answered on Sep 15, 2017
You need to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney, to bring a Motion before the Court to obtain an Order which will allow you to move to PA. This can be decided by the Court on just a motion, or a full plenary hearing will be required. Pick the best lawyer you can find and remember one rule:... 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
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
my son is in foster care but my father is trying to see if he can get custody. even if my son's foster mom if she gets custody
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answered on Sep 9, 2017
You need to have an in person consultation with an experienced matrimonial(family law) attorney. There is no way to answer this question based on one or two sentences. You should not be discussing this situation on line anyway. Good luck.
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
answered on Sep 1, 2017
Hello, and thanks for asking your question. Seems like you are going through a bit of a difficult time, and I'm sorry to hear that. Having parents separated or divorced is never easy and can be hard on the entire family. I'm not sure exactly how old you are, but I can tell you that... View More
Is two. And been living with me since she was born. He doesn't pay her babysitter nor any of the living expenses. He provides For her when he feels like it. I am moving out of state in a few weeks to Florida I spoke to him to come up with an agreement on visitation he refuses and I need to... View More
answered on Aug 31, 2017
If you leave the state he could get a court order forcing you to return to NJ. In cases like this, I'm successful in negotiating a resolution but ultimately the Court will likely be involved. I urge you to try to meet with an attorney before you move.
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