Child Custody

Going days without seeing their children can be difficult for recently divorced or separated parents. Their feelings of loss and loneliness may be more intense on certain special days.  Holidays, birthdays and other special events are important to consider when...

Co-parents with joint custody should create a parenting plan that meets their child’s needs. A schedule that stresses the child and frequently results in co-parents being late for transitions or other commitments can be considered ineffective. Here are four things to...

A common question among many parents going through a divorce in New Jersey is whether a child can choose which parent they want to live with. The answer isn’t a simple yes or no, but the child’s preference matters.  The law requires judges to consider what custody...

Do you believe that your child’s other parent is putting your child in harm’s way? You may be dealing with a situation that could be considered child endangerment. This term refers to exposing a child to dangerous conditions or behavior that could lead to injury or...

“Tell your mother that…” or “Tell your father that…” might seem perfectly acceptable things to say as a divorcing or divorced parent of minor children. Your child (or children) are soon going to see their other parent face to face or talk to them on the phone, so you...

Relocation is one of the more complex and emotionally charged issues that parents may be compelled to grapple with as they navigate the state’s shared custody laws. In New Jersey, a parent who wishes to move with their child must carefully assess legal procedures to...

If you are a parent concerned about your child’s safety or stability because of the other parent’s actions or absence, you may be considering whether termination of their parental rights is possible. While this is a serious legal step, there are situations where...

Co-parents need to communicate effectively about child-related matters. This can help them avoid conflicts that may negatively impact their relationship. You and your co-parent should discuss communication when handling other co-parenting matters. Here are three...

When parents disagree about child custody, they often imagine a long and stressful court battle. However, not every custody dispute has to be resolved in front of a judge.  Mediation offers a less combative and often more productive way to settle these matters. Below...

It is somewhat common for parents to take issue with certain details of a shared custody order. In some cases, the children subject to the order also disagree with the family’s arrangements. Older children, including teenagers, may have very strong feelings about...