Child Custody And Visitation

Spending time with friends and family during the holidays is one of the best things in the world. Many of our fondest childhood memories are closely associated with holidays such as Christmas, Passover, Thanksgiving, Halloween and more. But what happens when mom and...

On his last day in office Governor Murphy signed into law S4510. This law, that is now effective immediately for all custody cases in New Jersey, significantly changes our custody statute, N.J.S.A. 9:2-4. Child’s Preference Now Given Significant Weight One key...

One of the most important issues in a divorce concerns the arrangements for the care and custody of children.  Custody and parenting time can also be a very challenging issues to deal with because of the breakdown of the relationship between the parents that led to...

Arrangements for custody and parenting time of children may need to be revised over time as children age and circumstances change for the family. New Jersey law recognizes it may be appropriate to modify the original schedule or custody arrangements depending on the...

Summer can be a whirlwind for parents. With kids out of school, there are schedules to juggle, activities to plan and endless energy to manage. If this is your first summer with a custody or visitation plan, you might feel extra stress. But don't worry! Taking time...

Marlton, New Jersey is recognized as having one of the best township-based organized athletic programs in the State of New Jersey. Thousands of children participate in a wide variety of organized sports activities including football, lacrosse, soccer, baseball, golf,...

Parenting time can complicate day-to-day life for parents who must arrange their schedules around pick-ups and drop-offs, plan ahead for family gatherings and activities, and ensure there is proper care for the children due to work responsibilities, illness and other...

Co-parenting can be daunting, especially when emotions run high and communication breaks down. For many parents navigating shared custody or post-divorce parenting, finding common ground becomes a challenge. Fortunately, there are resources and tools available to help...

The back-to-school season often involves numerous major transitions for families. Parents have to adjust to the drop-off process at the school, while the children have to remember their class schedules or get to know a new teacher. Back-to-school season is a hectic...

When deciding custody, the primary and overarching consideration in custody disputes is the best interest of the children.  Kinsella v. Kinsella, 150 N.J. 276, 317 (1997). This criterion involves evaluation of the safety, happiness, and physical, mental and moral...

When parents decide to separate, they often reach agreements about custody and parenting time. Sometimes they need to go to court or mediate to resolve their differences. In any situation, issues arise in the future that may not have been considered or unresolved...

When you get divorced as the parent of a minor child, the court can determine your custody arrangement if you and your child’s other parent cannot reach a mutual agreement. Whether your situation is amicable or contentious, the court will eventually issue a final...

Make no mistake; parenting is tough, especially after a divorce or separation. It is natural to get into disagreements with your co-parent from time to time regarding your child’s care and upbringing. One of the questions divorced parents grapple with is whether they...

The issue of custody of children lies at the heart of every family case. It is by far the most important issue. Unlike old times, when generations resided on farms or remained in the same communities, we have become a mobile society, driven by employment or...

Making the holidays a memorable and joyous occasion for your children requires weeks of planning, shopping and scheduling with others. However, the holiday season often becomes more of a challenge when you have to split the celebration across two households. For many...