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Children & Divorce

Category: Children & Divorce

What is a temporary custody agreement and when is it used?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

Legal and physical custody are defined as two different custodial relationships in the state of New Jersey. Legal custody is defined by the parent or parents...

Grandparents rights in New Jersey

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

In many families, grandparents play a significant role in a child’s life. In positive situations, grandparents provide love, care and support complimenting...

Mental health and child custody

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

Mental health issues can impact every area of a person's life, and if not managed properly can have devastating effects on that person and all of their...

When can a child decide which parent to live with?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

When people are involved in a custody matter, the children should always be the priority. Often, people lose sight of what is best for the children because the...

Residential Custody in New Jersey

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

If you are contemplating a separation from your child’s other parent, it is important for you to have an understanding of the different types of child...

Are You Considering Divorce While Pregnant?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

If you are considering or already pursuing divorce during pregnancy, speaking to a family law expert can help you navigate this process. If you are considering...

Are you parenting with a counter parent?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

If you are unsure about what counter parenting is and whether your child’s other parent is a counter parent, we can help you. Counter parenting has been...

Are You CoParenting with a Toxic Ex?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Rosanne DeTorres

One of the most difficult aspects of ending a relationship with a partner when you have children is creating a new relationship so that you can effectively...

Do You Need a Parallel Parenting Plan?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

When couples separate, often it is difficult for them to continue to co-parent their child in an amicable way. All too often, people are unable to communicate...

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN CHILD SUPPORT MONEY IS NOT BEING USED ON THE CHILD?

Author: Nicole Casciola and Erin DeGeorge

When people have a child together and are no longer married or involved in a relationship, child support has to be addressed, as it is the legal right of the...

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My husband’s mental illness is ruining our marriage

Mental illness refers to a variety of mental health disorders, which are often manifested through significant changes in a person's emotional behavior and overall attitude, frequently displaying issues with difficulty in social life, work and family activities. Oftentimes people think these...

April 9, 2024 Read More

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Are divorce records public?

In the state of New Jersey, divorce documents are generally considered public records. There is a possibility that a third-party could access copies of your divorce documents. New Jersey divorce decrees are available through the Superior Court of New Jersey Record Center if you want to know how to...

March 28, 2024 Read More

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Can I change my child’s last name if I have sole custody?

A parent may file a request for a child's name change in New Jersey. This application could be made in a divorce complaint, in a motion to the court, following a divorce, or in a Family Court non-dissolution case where the parties are not married, and were never married. The family court will make...

March 22, 2024 Read More

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