A child custody case is often an emotional experience. When you’re also dealing with divorce, the situation becomes even tenser. Some New Jersey couples handle child custody issues in mediation instead of court. If both parents agree on all or most issues of child...
Child Custody
What factors do courts consider when deciding custody?
On Behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Nov 2, 2022 | Child Custody
When New Jersey parents of minor children divorce, the court makes a decision about custody. There are certain factors the judge will consider when deciding whether one or both parents should get custody of their child. Child/parent relationships The court prefers for...
When substance abuse by a parent poses a threat to the child
On Behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Oct 17, 2022 | Blog, Child Custody
Child custody and visitation can be a source of conflict for some parents in New Jersey. Even when both are focused on their children’s well-being, the parents might not agree on what those best interests are. When a parent is suspected of abusing alcohol or illegal...
What are some benefits of joint physical custody?
On Behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Sep 20, 2022 | Child Custody
Many divorced parents in New Jersey share joint physical custody of their children. Although it’s not appropriate for everyone, joint custody offers a variety of benefits to families. It has a positive effect on your child Joint custody makes your divorce less...
Voluntary surrender of parental rights in NJ
On Behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Sep 6, 2022 | Child Custody
Being a parent is one of the most precious gifts for many New Jersey residents. However, some people aren’t interested in parenting. Your former partner might be one of them. What it means to surrender parental rights When a parent chooses to surrender their parental...
What type of custody is best for your family?
On Behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Aug 22, 2022 | Blog, Child Custody
When New Jersey parents divorce, they will need to figure out their child custody situation. To do this, they will need to understand the types of child custody and what each implies for their family situation. Physical and legal custody There are two main types of...
Creating the perfect alternating custody schedule for the summer
On Behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Jun 27, 2022 | Blog, Child Custody
Each year, many New Jersey couples have no choice but to end their marriages. This situation can become more complex when there are children in the mix. As summer approaches, it's always a good idea to have the alternating custody schedule figured out between you and...
A custody schedule to fit your family
On Behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Nov 29, 2021 | Child Custody
As New Jersey parents seek to create a custody schedule to go into effect after the divorce, they will need to research what type works best for their families. While a 50-50 split is often recommended, the traditional alternating-week schedule might not work for all...
How to cope when raising a child with your former partner
On Behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Aug 2, 2021 | Blog, Child Custody
If you share a child with a former partner, you will likely need to work with that person to raise that son or daughter. Although it can be frustrating to work with your child's other parent, there are actions you can take to make it easier to do what's best for your...
How custody and visitation can be affected by substance abuse
On Behalf of Carolann M. Aschoff, P.C. | Jul 27, 2021 | Child Custody
Substance abuse can affect how courts establish or modify custody and visitation orders in New Jersey. If you are a parent worried about how the abuse of alcohol and substances can affect the order, there are things you should know. The best interest of the child is...
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