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A Birth Parent’s Guide to Adoption Rights in New Jersey

You have most likely given the matter of adoption a great deal of thought. Perhaps you have come to the conclusion that giving up your child to loving parents is absolutely the right thing to do. Despite this, you seem to have some concerns about your side of the[ ... ]

If you are a victim of domestic violence, you deserve assistance

Most people think about divorce or matters involving children when they think about family law, but attorneys who practice in this field offer many different services. One such service is advocating for and assisting those who are victims of[ ... ]

Celebrity must remain on surrogate-born child’s birth certificate

For nearly two years, television personality, Sherri Shepherd, has fought to sever ties with a son born to her and ex-husband Lamar Sally via a surrogate. Most recently, the former co-host of the talk show,[ ... ]

Do Custodial Parents Need a New Jersey Court’s Okay to Move?

Main Takeaways: Courts do not want long-distance moves to strain or break the crucial bond between a non-custodial parent and a child. A judge often steps in when a non-custodial parent objects to a move by a custodial parent. Parents may work out relocation details without the court's help. Many states permit pa[ ... ]

Understanding New Jersey’s Grandparent Visitation Laws: Key Facts You Need to Know

In family matters, New Jersey courts place the interests of children above the desires of adults. This is true whether a legal dispute involves child custody, support or visitations. A chi[ ... ]

How technology helps co-parenting after separation or divorce

Any time a complaint is brought before a New Jersey court, it is the responsibility of the accuser to support a claim with evidence. If you assert a former spouse or partner has failed to live up to a child support or custody agreement, it's up to you to show proof of the claim. With that in m[ ... ]

Legal considerations for New Jersey separations

Some Hackensack spouses may not be in a position to end a marriage or may not have the desire to take legal action at the time of separation. Some couples want a breather, physical time apart to consider the future of a marriage. Others may have hopes of reconciliation, worries abo[ ... ]

Palimony agreements and laws in New Jersey

The break-up of a relationship can be heartbreaking whether or not a couple is married. New Jersey child custody and support laws apply equally for married and unmarried couples.[ ... ]

New Jersey Adoption Laws: A Guide for Prospective Parents

The New Jersey Department of Children and Families' website offers answers to commonly asked questions by individuals and couples hoping to adopt a child. State rules forbid discrimination against qualified people, 18 and older, who wish to adopt. You m[ ... ]

What are qualified domestic relations orders?

Court orders and judgments define how spouses' property and post-marital support are handled. New Jersey domestic relations orders formalize alimony and child support payments and[ ... ]

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