When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in New Jersey?
A New Jersey Court may award alimony if it is just and equitable considering: (1) the actual need of one party and the ability of the other party to pay; (2) the length of the marriage; (3) the …
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What are the Grounds for Divorce in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, a divorce may be granted for any of the following causes: adultery, desertion or 12 or more months, extreme cruelty, separation for at least 18 consecutive months without a …
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Do I Have to Pay Child Support if I Don't Get to See My Children?
It hardly seems fair to pay your child support on time, week after week, month after month, only to have your ex-husband or ex-wife prevent you from seeing your children. In fact, problems with visitation are one of the most common reasons given by parents for not paying their child support. However, child support and visitation are two totally separate issues, and you cannot stop …
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An Explanation of Reasonable Visitation
“Reasonable visitation” is the term that many courts across the country use to give the non-custodial parent rights to visit with their children. The goal of using a vague as opposed to a specific visitation order is to promote cooperation between parents in setting up a visitation schedule. Another advantage to reasonable visitation is that it allows flexibility for the …
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