New Jersey Child Custody Legal Questions

In Nevada once you are judicially determined to be the father, he would have to file a motion with the court to try and undo his support obligation to that child. If he marries and has step children, he is not responsible for those children and will not be a "break" in child support. He might get a $50 to $75 break should he go on to have other biological children.... Read More

If you live in Nevada you will want to register as domestic partners, terminate the rights of the biological father and then proceed to adoption once the biological father's rights are terminated or he consents to the adoption. This response is intended to provide general information only and is not a substitute for speaking to an attorney. This response does not create an attorney client relationship between the Anita Webster, Esq. or Webster & Associates and the readers.... Read More

I'm not sure from what you describe here whether the document in question is actually a "guardianship" - which is done through the courts, or more of a notarized "temporary power of attorney over a minor child." Regardless, you and your daughter's Father have superior rights over the stepmother unless she has adopted (which would terminate your rights). If you have sole custody then you have rights to go get your daughter. The primary concern is that you mention "another state." You will want to consult with an attorney about the specifics in this matter.... Read More

What is your question? Does he have a right to see his child?  Likely yes.  Though if you feel he is an unfit parent that may be a matter for the court to decide. Does he have the right to harass you? Absolutely not.  NJSA 2C:33-4:Harassment is when a person makes or causes ti be made, a communication or communications anonymously or at extremely inconvenient hours, or in offensively coarse language, or any other manner likely to cause annoyance or alarm; etc...... Read More

If she is in violation of the order, bring her to court, and file a petition for contempt of the order.  Another option may be to have buy her another phone that her father pays for.  The mother will not be able to block any number from an account she is unauthorized to handle.  ... Read More

I am afraid I am unclear as to what you mean by "joint" custody.  There are different types of joint custody (residential/ legal).  They mean very different things.  There are other relevant factors which should be discussed with an attorney such as the child's age, your ability to maintain the parenting time arrangement, your reasons for relocation, whether the court has issued any orders in regards to the custody matter etc.  I suggest getting in contact with a family law attorney who can be of further assistance.  Please feel free to contact me should you want to discuss your matter in further detail.  Good Luck. Waynice A. Green, Esq. (732) 609-3915... Read More

Custody and parenting time are, of course, two issues which will need to be resolved in the divorce case.   You need to meet with a New Jersey Divorce Law Firm as soon as possible, to go over your situation in detail, get educated answers to your questions, and expert guidance as to the best course of action.   You should get the best possible legal representation.  Your representation should be headed by a very experienced lawyer one who is part of a Divorce Law Firm which also includes other less senior lawyers who also handle exclusively NJ Divorce and Family Law matters and can work as a team with the head lawyer, to make sure that your matter is handled as well and as efficiently as possible. I would be happy to have a brief telephone call with you.  There is no charge for that phone call.  My firm’s toll-free telephone number is listed below. Please also feel free to take a look at our Firm Website (www.nj-divorce.net). I hope that we will be able to help you. David F. Salvaggio, Esq. (877-355-5281)  ... Read More

My name is David Salvaggio.  I have more than 30 years of legal experience and head SALVAGGIO LAW GROUP LLC, a law firm which devotes its entire practice to New Jersey Family Law matters, including child custody cases.  I would be happy to have a brief telephone call with you.  Of course, there is no charge for that phone call.  My firm’s toll-free telephone number is listed below.  Please also feel free to take a look at our Firm Website (www.salvaggiolaw.net).  I wish you the best. David F. Salvaggio, Esq. (877-355-5281)... Read More