Child Support

Do I Have to Pay Child Support for My Stepchild?

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In a divorce involving children, one parent is often named the custodial parent. They are the one the child is with most of the time. The parent with visitation rights is the non-custodial parent, and they pay child support. How does this work when a stepchild is involved though? Our child support lawyers in Bergen County, NJ can help you figure that out. When Can the Court Order Me Pay…Read More

When Can I Stop Paying Child Support in NJ?

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If you have a kid in the state of New Jersey and you are responsible for child support payments, you may be wondering when your obligation to keep making those payments ends. The law requires you to continue supporting your child until they reach the age of 19 since this is considered the “majority” age in this state and the point at which they can make their own legal decisions.…Read More

What Expenses are Covered by New Jersey Child Support?

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The Garden State's Family Court has ordered you to pay child support. You may be wondering whether the state will limit expenses to basics like food, shelter and clothing for the child or include such non-basic expenses as vacations, dance lessons and sports activities. The parent required to pay child support will often ask if they will have to provide additional money, on top of support payments, to pay for…Read More

Can I Make My Ex Pay for Our Child’s College in New Jersey?

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To learn if you can make your ex pay for your child's college in New Jersey, please read on, then contact one of our experienced child support continuation attorneys in Bergen County, NJ today. Does your ex have to pay for your child's college in New Jersey? A handful of states have laws or case laws that give courts the authority to order a non-custodial parent to pay for some…Read More

What You Should Do if Your Spouse Won’t Sign Divorce Papers in NJ

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If you are encountering difficulties in your divorce, please read on, then contact one of our experienced Bergen County divorce attorneys to learn what you should do if your spouse will not sign divorce papers in NJ. Can you still get a divorce if your spouse refuses to sign the papers in NJ? First and foremost, you should reach out to one of our skilled Bergen County, NJ family law…Read More

Collecting Child Support from an Out-of-State Noncustodial Parent

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It is an unfortunate reality that some parents will try to skip out on their financial obligations to their children by moving out of state or even relocating to another country. In such cases, non-paying parents might be surprised to learn that they still will not be off the hook. If your child's other parent has fled New Jersey's jurisdiction, please read on, then contact one of our experienced child…Read More

How Do You Enforce Child Support in the State of New Jersey?

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In the state of New Jersey, the age of emancipation is 18. Until that time, and sometimes beyond it, circumstances permitting, both parents are expected to support their children. Unfortunately, your former spouse has made the decision to not fulfill their financial obligation as dictated by the state's Family Court. If you require assistance in making sure that your former spouse meets his or her financial obligations, please read on,…Read More

Preserving Your Claim to Child Support in New Jersey

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By its very nature, divorce is divisive, severing a bond between two people. But few topics are as sensitive as child custody and child support. Nevertheless, as the custodial parent, you have certain rights and responsibilities. If you need help protecting your rights, please read on, then contact one of our experienced child support lawyers in Bergen County, NJ to learn more about preserving your claim to child support in…Read More

Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support in New Jersey

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Regardless of whether you are the custodial or non-custodial parent, please read on, then contact one of our experienced child support lawyers in Bergen County, NJ to learn the answers to some of the frequently asked questions about child support in New Jersey. What are people asking about child support in New Jersey? As you proceed through the child support court process, you no doubt have many questions. Take comfort…Read More

Establishing Paternity in New Jersey | What You Ought To Know

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No matter how your child came into existence, you intend to do right by him or her. As such, you intend to give the child access to your health insurance, life insurance, social security, veteran's benefits and/or inheritance. However, you have not established legal paternity. If you require assistance, please read on, then contact one of our experienced fathers' rights attorneys in Bergen County, NJ to learn what you ought…Read More

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