Divorce is hard on parents, but it can be even harder on children. In some cases, particularly with young children, they may experience emotions that they’ve never felt before. It’s also possible that they may experience conflicting emotions, which can be difficult to...
It’s not uncommon for a child to express where they’d rather live after a divorce. As a parent navigating a custody case, you may wonder if their wishes carry weight in court. The short answer is yes, but not in the straightforward way you might expect. A judge...
Child support is one way for a parent to fulfill their parental responsibilities. They provide regular financial support for the other parent to meet the children’s needs. When the courts determine the amount of child support to order, various details about family...
Pets bring comfort, routine and unconditional love, making them feel like family members. That is why, for many divorcing couples, the most difficult part of separation is not dividing bank accounts or real estate. Instead, it is deciding who will keep the golden...
The way people connect is changing. From online weddings to digital companions powered by artificial intelligence, relationships now look very different compared to those from a few years ago. So, with all these changes, it is normal to wonder if a virtual marriage or...
Some divorcing spouses decide that they want a fresh start. Moving out of the marital home during or after the divorce, depending on the circumstances, can allow people to rebuild their lives in a new environment. Equitable distribution rules generally allow them to...
When co-parenting after a divorce, communication is very important. This is especially true at times when the established child custody schedule has to be altered. For example, many parents decide to take vacations or breaks over the summer holiday, when their kids...
Family law courts understand the importance of parental involvement in a child’s development. Children do better in school and with their peers when both parents are actively involved in their lives. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case, and there are situations...
It often takes months for spouses to address the various issues that arise during divorce proceedings. People have to make decisions about property division and financial support. If they have minor children together, they may need to negotiate a parenting plan. If...
Visitation rights are granted to parents who do not have physical custody of their children. These rights allow them to spend time with their child and maintain a relationship. However, in certain situations, a parent can lose their visitation rights in New Jersey....
