Accusations of Substance Abuse and Parenting Issues in NJ

June 23, 2023

Implications for Custody and Parenting Time when One Parent is Accused of Substance Abuse in Passaic County NJ Contrary to popular misconception, a parent’s engagement in drugs or alcohol does not always constitute a loss of custody or parenting time.  It seems counterintuitive, but other factors must be involved before the courts will step in.  When the parent who drinks or uses drugs shows up on time for visits (or has the child ready for visits), keeps the child fed […]

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Process to Reverse a Custody Decision in New Jersey

December 20, 2022

You Can Explore Your Options for Filing an Appeal if you Disagree with the Judge’s Decision in a Child Custody Case in Montclair, Wayne, West Milford, Paramus, and the Northern New Jersey Area. If you disagree with a judge’s decision in Family Court regarding your children’s custody, you can file for an appeal.  Your appeal will be decided in the Appellate Court or Supreme Court.  This kind of appeal is different in that you will not be able to enter […]

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Organizing the Payment of Extracurricular Activities in New Jersey

November 23, 2022

Concerned About How to Handle Extracurricular Activities Expenses Before or After the Custody Agreement is Sealed? Every parent wants their child to succeed and enjoy their childhood. Playing sports, participating in clubs such as art, theater, or robotics, and receiving lessons such as music or voice can enrich a child’s experiences. Extracurricular activities teach perseverance, a work ethic, discipline, and in some cases, teamwork. But when it comes to paying for these activities, exes may have a heated discussion about […]

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Options for Custody Exchange Between Parents in NJ

September 21, 2022

Possible Options for Parents Exchanging Custody of the Children in Totowa, Essex Fells, Kearny, Wayne, and Woodland Park The measure of child custody arrangements is always what is in the best interests of the child or children. In divorces with minor children, the family courts prioritize the safety and well-being of children. Thus, family court judges scrutinize parents about their attitudes toward each other and their children in determining what is safe for children and in their best interests physically, […]

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Top Missteps in NJ Child Custody Battles

September 9, 2022

Common Missteps when Handling Child Custody Differences can be Detrimental for Your Own Purposes and for Your Children. Child custody disputes can be grueling court battles. With so much at stake, parents often make critical errors that lead to their downfall. They may view child custody as their right exclusively or resort to unfair tactics to “win” the battle. In the long run, they end up losing. Family law courts want to see parents acting in their children’s best interests, […]

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