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What Legal Rights Does a Stepparent Have?
If you marry someone with children, you have effectively become a stepparent. Being a stepmother or stepfather is not an easy role. You are raising a child who is not biologically your own. This can result in a lot of negative emotions at first. However, many stepparents develop lasting bonds...
Continue ReadingFather's Rights in a Divorce and Custody Case
When it comes to divorce and child custody cases, many men feel like they get shafted. Many do not even try to fight for custody because they already assume the mother will prevail. These negative thoughts set up men for failure when it comes time for divorce. While women were...
Continue ReadingWhat Can Be Used Against You in a Custody Battle?
Child custody is often a heated battle in a divorce. Both parents want to be with their children, and this can anger one of the parents. They may try to figure out what can be used against you in a custody battle. Indeed, in child custody cases, your life may...
Continue ReadingCan My Wife Keep My Child Away From Me?
When it comes to child custody issues, men often get the short end of the stick. It is often assumed that women are the better parents, but this is not always the case. In a divorce, the courts try to ensure that children have a strong relationship with both parents....
Continue ReadingWhat Happens if Someone Breaks a Custody Agreement?
When parents divorce, the judge puts a custody agreement in place to ensure both parents get a fair amount of time with their children. The agreement details the custody schedule, pickup and dropoff times, and any restrictions or stipulations. It is expected that both parents will follow the custody agreement...
Continue ReadingWhat is Sole Custody?
In a divorce or separation where children are involved, there will need to be decisions made on child custody. Who does the child live with? Who makes major decisions for the child? In most cases, the judge will order joint custody. This means the parents share physical and legal custody....
Continue ReadingCan You Appeal a Custody Decision in NJ?
Family law issues such as child custody can be contentious. One issue that parents often argue over in a divorce is child custody. The courts decide child custody with the best interests of the child in mind. While rare, judges do abuse their power and make mistakes in their decisions....
Continue ReadingNavigating Child Custody Disputes: Best Practices for Resolving Parenting Arrangements Amicably
In a divorce, one of the most contentious issues is child custody. Typically, both parents want full custody or as much custody as possible. This can result in a lot of tension, sometimes even causing one or both parents to seek revenge on the other parent. They may badmouth the...
Continue ReadingGrandparents’ Rights in NJ Custody Cases
As a grandparent, you may have a deep bond with your grandchild and wonder if the law supports your right to maintain that connection. In New Jersey, the law does provide avenues for grandparents to seek visitation rights, but there are specific legal requirements and considerations to keep in mind....
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