Divorce may occur for many different reasons, as the result of mutual separations or more one-sided requests. Either way, the timeline for obtaining a divorce varies on a case-by-case basis, particularly if there are children, debts, or extensive property to consider. Some parties may also prolong the official dissolution by refusing to sign papers or… Read More
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NJ Family Law: Paying Child Support to Multiple Families
The court must consider several factors when calculating the amount of child support someone must pay each month to the child’s custodial parent such as the income of the defendant, income of the custodian and, most importantly, the needs of the child. When someone is required to pay child support to multiple families, the issue… Read More
When is Child Support Terminated or Modified?
New Jersey courts recognize that every child is entitled to financial support from his or her parents. However, the amount of support and how long it should be paid is determined by many different factors. The terms of child support can also be modified or terminated as changes occur in the lives of the child… Read More