Child Custody

“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...

You’ve always liked to move a lot. You like to see new places and have new experiences. Perhaps you see buying real estate as an investment. When the value of the house goes up, you tend to sell it and look for another place to live. But things have been changing...

Transitioning from a marital relationship to a co-parenting one can be challenging. There was a time when the two of you planned a future together, and those emotions didn’t turn off like a switch. Navigating this new dynamic takes time. And while there may be bumps...

It’s very important to follow a child custody order after it’s been handed down. But that doesn’t mean that you have no options if you feel that the order doesn’t fit your life any longer. You can request for the court to modify the order, changing your obligations....

As children grow, their needs, schedules and preferences change. A parenting plan that worked well when a child was younger may not be suitable for a teenager. If your current custody arrangement is causing conflicts or no longer fits your teen’s lifestyle, it may be...