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he verbal abuses me and belittles me and my prenting just makes my life a living hell.. i dont think i can file for restraining order because he hasnt hit me but he does raise his voice whenever we argue i just feel like my backs against the wall and no one can help me
answered on Oct 17, 2022
There are a lot of things that you can do to better handle the communications with your ex. The best way for you to handle things is to file an application with the court under the FD docket ( for unmarried people with children) for a modification of your custody and parenting time plan. You will... View More 
My son broke up with his girlfriend and now she is planning on moving out of state to live with her family and is taking their child with her even though he's tried talking to her about it saying he doesn't want that to happen because he will never see him. He can't even see his son... View More
answered on Oct 12, 2022
Tell him to retain a qualified family law attorney:
N.J.S.A. 9:2-2 states the following:
When the Superior Court has jurisdiction over the custody and maintenance of the minor children of parents divorced, separated or living separate, and such children are natives of this State, or... View More
I am in NJ. I have full legal and residential custody and my ex has supervised visitation twice a week. I have recently found out he has been getting money from, or
Not paying people by saying our daughter has cancer when she doesn’t. He doesn’t work, and has never paid for child... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2022
You have sole legal and residential custody of your daughter, and your ex has only 2 supervised visits with her per week because the court was convinced that he has serious mental health issues, making him a danger to your daughter. The fact that he is scamming others for money supports your claim... View More
The mother of my child have residential custody. And now the grandma trying to get residential custody and they both live in the same home mom and daughter.
answered on Aug 8, 2022
Interesting question. The question is what role does the grandmother play in the child's day to day life and why? If the answer simply is that your ex lives in the same house with her mother, presume that it is not sufficient but if the grandmother is primarily responsible for the child's... View More
Could my 18 year old boy friend get in trouble for me being at his home being 17 and being kicked out my family’s home
answered on Jul 25, 2022
You are 17 yours old and you and your mother had a fight. As a result, you have decided to move in with your 18-year-old boyfriend. I presume that your mother wants you to come home and you do not want to do so. I'm also guessing that you are still in high school, so the next question is what... View More
This is the 2nd time I get him and he has a alarming mark on him. First time a deep scratch on pubic area. Today 3 red mark on the side of his neck. I asked father both times with pics and he says he knows nothing about that. I’m worried and I want to know what should I do now ?
answered on Jul 19, 2022
Is the reason why you have "sole custody" of your child because of concerns over physical violence from the other parent? I dont know how old your child is but if you have concerns over the presence of marks after a visit, then contact DCPP and let them know what your concerns are and let... View More
My child was moved to another state when there was a court order for joint custody in NJ. The other parent moved and did not contact or have an agreement with the other parent to move.
answered on Jul 8, 2022
Thank you for your question. I am sorry that you are going through this stressful time. In a situation like the one you describe, the other parent may be in violation of the NJ custody order. You may file an application with the Court that issued the joint custody order in NJ. If the out of state... View More
Discovered wife was cheating, she went manic (untreated PTSD, etc.) with some sort of postpartum psychosis, made false allegations (domestic violence & harassment). TRO was dismissed but wife uncooperative under civil restraints, canceling visitations, firing supervisors, continuing to lie. I... View More
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answered on Jul 3, 2022
Your question does not clearly state whether this matter is a MD or NJ matter. I cannot speak to MD law, but if this is a NJ matter, you would need to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to file an enforcement motion for the civil restraints. In addition, especially if you are a public... View More
answered on Jun 13, 2022
That is a good question and one where family law attorneys earn their keep. You need to sit down with a family law attorney to map a master plan to address the issue of non-compliance and the timing of an application to the court for relief. The purpose of sitting down with the lawyer now is to... View More
are results admissable in family court
answered on Jun 8, 2022
I presume that there is an issue outstanding as to drug use and either your spouse, former partner, DCPP, there is an application before the court to compel you to submit to a hair follicle test or there is a court order entered requiring the hair follicle testing.
The bigger question has... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2022
I'm sorry but I do not understand your question since you are the other parent of your child and presumably, you have a custodial role in your child's life? My sense is that your ex and your child live in another state and there has been a discussion about your child coming to live with... View More
Judge said, "benefits follows the kid" & "is not child support." Ex makes WAAAAAAY more than I. I receive SSD & kid gets it on my disability. Plus, I am req to provide separate living space for kid. (Shared parent rule) BUT how can I afford room with out the benefit that... View More
answered on Jun 2, 2022
you need to schedule a consultation with a family law specialist to discuss the order entered by the court. I presume that you appeared pro se in connection with the entry of that court order and therefore a family law attorney needs to read the pleadings filed with the court, the court's... View More
I’ve been in contact with the state probation department about twice a month and he’s failed to give accurate employment and resident/contact information. He also didn’t come to our first hearing about enforcement via telephone but apparently
Nothing can really be done with Covid to... View More
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answered on May 13, 2022
You need to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to represent your interests. Just because your ex-may file a motion does not mean that he will get what he is seeking. With modern technology, you can be represented by any high-quality attorney in New Jersey irrespective of geography.
Does this will have a bad consequence in the time of custody and division of property?
Is it better for me to wait until we dissolve the marriage and then leave?
answered on May 11, 2022
You need to sit down with a divorce lawyer before you do anything. Its impossible and irresponsible for any lawyer to give you advice in this setting without having a consultation to get a better understanding of your current setting.
Help when he’s on school break, won’t communicate because “the new girlfriend doesn’t like it”, won’t check on the child’s well being, and the child comes home very hungry and once with a deep scratch on the pelvic area. the mothers boyfriend/father to mothers other child takes off... View More
answered on May 9, 2022
This is a trick question. Your ex pays 90.00 per week in child support voluntarily but has little to no involvement in your child's life. Your current boyfriend is caring and involved in your child's life and wants to continue to be involved. Your ex is not stopping your boyfriend from... View More
My daughter just turned 10. My relationship with her dad lasted 12 years and it was toxic and I was abused by him. He was a pathelogical liar. Well now he is coaching my daughter to lie and I have written proof for 2 incidents. My daughter is now lying so bad it is hurting me to see. Her dad... View More
answered on Apr 26, 2022
Thank you for your question. It sounds like it is very stressful not to have much decision making in your child's life. Proving parental alienation is a complex, and largely undefined endeavor. It sounds like you might want to make a motion to change parenting time or custody. That process... View More
Is there any time frame for decision?
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answered on Apr 19, 2022
This question was previously asked and answered. Repeating it will not change anything.
I filed a motion in NJ to modify parenting time. We had a oral argument back in January 2022. It's April still no decision... How long does judge has to rule on the motion? is there a time frame? If not, based on modification child can be enrolled in school district by my residence (Pre-K),... View More
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answered on Apr 19, 2022
If you are represented by counsel, you must direct your questions to your attorney. There is a shortage of Judges and the vast majority of Judges and other courts personnel are working remotely, so no, this is not a long period of time for a decision.
I filed a motion in NJ to modify parenting time. We had a oral argument back in January 2022. It's April still no decision... How long does judge has to rule on the motion? is there a time frame? If not, based on modification child can be enrolled in school district by my residence (Pre-K),... View More
answered on Apr 18, 2022
I would write a letter to the court (always CC your ex simultaneously) reminding the court that it held oral argument of the parenting time and home sale issues on January __ 2022 and that the deadline for enrollment of your child in the school district is XXX and asking for a status update on the... View More
And the mom is using drugs and threatening to Jill themselves and very abusive verbally to the 14 year old. What does the Mom have to do to get the child back. And what do I have to do to keep her since she is the one that called me and said she wasn’t safe
answered on Apr 14, 2022
Im not sure what the term "NH" refers to but presuming you are referring to the Department of Child Protection and Permanency ( DCPP), you can contact them to express your fears about your grandchildren's care and provide the investigator with whatever proof you have as to the drug... View More
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