Introduction: When Your Child Says “No” to Visitation It’s a moment that leaves many parents stunned and unsure of what to do. Your child, maybe tearfully or with frustration, says: “I don’t want to go see Dad.” or “I hate going to Mom’s house.” If your child doesn’t want to visit their other parent, you’re…
Missing a Child Support Payment? Here’s What You Need to Know Missing a child support payment in New Jersey can have serious consequences—financially, legally, and even personally. Whether you’re struggling financially or simply unsure about the enforcement process, it’s important to understand what happens next and how to handle the situation before it escalates. Key…
Introduction: The Challenges of Co-Parenting With a Difficult Ex Co-parenting is challenging under the best circumstances, but when your ex is difficult, uncooperative, or even hostile, it can feel nearly impossible. Every conversation turns into an argument, scheduling changes lead to frustration, and making important decisions together seems out of reach. But here’s the reality:…
Fathers’ Rights in New Jersey: The Ultimate Guide to Securing More Custody Time in 2025 Breaking the Myth: Fathers Can Win Equal Custody in NJ If you’re a father facing a custody battle in New Jersey, you’ve likely heard the misconceptions: “Mothers always get primary custody.” “Dads only get every-other-weekend visitation.” “You have to prove…
Introduction: Protecting Your Parent-Child Relationship in Uncertain Times Few things are more emotionally jarring than learning your ex is planning to move away—taking your child with them. Whether it’s a job offer in another state or a desire to start fresh, the idea of losing regular contact with your child can cause fear, frustration, and…
Divorce can bring out the dark side of people. One example is parental alienation, a heartbreaking issue that may arise during contentious custody battles. Parental alienation can leave children feeling fearful and distrustful of one parent. This is done through manipulation, and it can not only harm the child’s emotional well-being but also undermine the…
Child custody and visitation are integral components of family law, particularly in cases of divorce or separation where children are involved. The courts of New Jersey understand how important it is for parents to be a part of their children’s lives, but they also rule according to the best interests of the child. As a result,…
Child visitation rights are a crucial aspect of family law, particularly in cases of divorce or separation where parents share custody of their children. It is natural to want to see your child (or children) after a divorce, but it is important to also remain compliant with the visitation rights you have received from the court.…
In New Jersey, like in many other states, grandparents may have the right to seek visitation or custody of their grandchildren under certain circumstances. Grandparents can file a petition for visitation rights if they believe it is in the best interests of the child. The court will consider various factors, including the relationship between the…
How are child support payments calculated in New Jersey? Child support payments are calculated by first looking at both parents’ gross incomes from all aspects. Then we look and determine if alimony is being paid or received. Deduct it from the paying party’s income. Running tax effects to come up with a net income number.…