Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Custody / Alimony

I've been divorced for five years. $1200 a mnth Child support with a $4000 credit. No alimony but divorce decree states without predjuice and is limited duration. She also now wants Full custodt as opposed to joint. She has had problems including three evictions, etc, children doing poorly in school, etc. Can I fight this and what are my chances? She also now wants to be on my health plan. I'm at wits end!


Asked on 1/30/07, 8:02 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Gleaner Robert A. Gleaner, P.C.

Re: Custody / Alimony

It is impossible to answer your question without having much more detail. Her chances depend on so many things, including (primarily) what changes in your lives have occurred from the time of the divorce that dictate changes to the terms of the Final Judgment of Divorce. You need an attorney to determine your position in this regard.

Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit ofinformation that you have given to me. There certainly may be other facts that would change my opinion. And, no one can rely on the opinion of an attorney who has not been retained. Before you do anything, you should consult with a Family Law attorney. I would be happy to discuss this matter with you if you would call me. Mention Law Guru and your first one hour consultation is free. Good luck! Rob Gleaner

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Answered on 1/30/07, 8:11 am
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: Custody / Alimony

The use of the word "full" puzzles me. She is going to have to share parenting time with the children. If the children are not doing well with the mother and she is managing badly perhaps you should have primary residential custody of the children, if you are prepared for all that this means.

Call me if you like.

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

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Answered on 1/30/07, 8:17 am
Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

Re: Custody / Alimony

Yes you can fight it and win, but it will not be easy. Its not only what you have on your side and against her, but how you present it that will help win the day. I suggest you get a good attorney.

My initial consultations are always free, so call me at 732/247/3340 to discuss your case.

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Answered on 1/30/07, 8:48 am


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