What Is an Ex Parte Custody Order and When Do You Need One?

Generally, you must file a motion asking for child custody. The motion is served on the other side, and the...

What Is a Custodial Parent?

In most child custody cases in Bergen County, one parent serves as the custodial parent. The child lives with the...

What’s the Difference Between Legal Custody and Physical Custody?

Until a child is 18 years old or is legally emancipated, they are considered a minor. Parents retain custody of...

Do Step-Parents Have Visitation Rights in Bergen County, NJ?

This is an important question for many stepparents who are separating from a child’s biological parent because oftentimes they have...

How to Request a Drug Test in Your Child Custody Case

When you are fighting for custody of your child, you need all the evidence you can gather to demonstrate that...

Is My Ex-Spouse Allowed to Take Our Child Out of the Country?

Traveling with your child after a divorce can be more challenging than you assume. You may not be able to...

Can You Kidnap Your Own Child?

In New Jersey, retaining or removing your child in violation of a child custody order can constitute kidnapping. If your...

How to Request a Psychological Evaluation in Your Child Custody Case

According to recent research, nearly 1 in 5 people deal with mental health issues. In many cases, these mental health...

How Does a Family Court Determine If a Parent Is Unfit in New Jersey?

The best interest of a child is the overriding factor that judges consider when deciding custody cases.  According to the...

Can a Child Sue for Child Support?

Child support payments are for the benefit and financial support of the child. However, the right to receive child support...