Child custody decisions in New Jersey prioritize the child's best interests. A parent may lose custody if the court determines that the parent is unfit or that the child's welfare is at risk under their care. Grounds for losing custody Several factors can lead to a...
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What role does tech play in maintaining bonds after relocation?
Moving to a new place can make it hard for kids and parents to stay close, especially if they are far apart. Virtual visitation is a great way to stay connected and keep communication strong. Many courts now see it as a helpful option for parents and kids to maintain...
When can a child choose which parent to live with in New Jersey?
Child custody decisions can carry significant emotional and financial weight in a divorce. Custody arrangements often become a central issue in divorce or separation cases, especially when both parents are actively involved in their children's lives. A common question...
Can you homeschool your kids in joint custody arrangements?
Homeschooling is a growing educational choice for many families. In New Jersey, parents with joint custody face unique legal considerations when deciding to homeschool their children. Understanding what is involved can help you make the best decision for your family....
The potential benefits shared custody could bring to your family
When you go through a divorce, you understand how certain things about your life and the lives of your children are going to change. You may have to move, or you may need to make adjustments in your lifestyle. You could also have to adjust your expectations for how...
Pursuing success in a child custody hearing
As a parent, you likely have grave concerns about how your divorce will impact your children. Like most parents, you want what is best for them, and that likely includes seeking a custody order that will provide them with stability and security for years into the...
Understand the difference between legal and physical custody
As you consider your divorce, one of your main priorities may be securing a specific custody arrangement for your children. You naturally want to ensure that you have as much time with your kids as possible, but you also want to make decisions that will protect their...
Smart custody decisions in the midst of a divorce
When you decide to divorce, you know that this will affect your New Jersey family in many different ways, including your children. Ending your marriage will bring significant changes to the everyday lives of your kids, and one of your main priorities may be to...
The factors that could affect your child custody
If you are facing divorce, you likely have serious concerns about how this process could affect the well-being of your children. The youngest members of a New Jersey family could suffer mental and emotional duress as they navigate the transitions brought by divorce,...
Is co-parenting the right choice for you and your kids?
Divorce is often hardest on the youngest members of the family, and they may experience changes in different areas of their lives. As a result of your divorce, your kids may have to move houses, change schools and face changes in the relationships they have with their...