How New Jersey Courts Decide Child Custody in 2026: Key Factors Parents Should Know

Posted on June 10, 2026

l custody is still common, but it is not automatic. Courts will only order shared decision-making when it supports the child’s best interests and does not create risk or instability. The Child’s Preference Carries More Weight in 2026 A child’s preference is given greater weight...

Relocation and Child Custody in New Jersey: What Parents Must Prove Before Moving Out of State

Posted on May 11, 2026

If you want to move out of New Jersey with your child after a custody order is in place, you must either obtain the other parent’s consent or get court approval. When a judge decides, the focus is on the child’s best interests, not just your reason for relocating.

When Can Alimony Be Modified in New Jersey? A Practical Guide for Payors and Recipients

Posted on April 8, 2026

Alimony in New Jersey may be modified if the agreement does not contain a non-modification provision or other language concerning income or alimony, and there has been a significant change in circumstances that affects either a person’s need for support or the ability to pay it. Courts may allow both payors and...

Understanding Parenting Time Schedules in New Jersey: Common Arrangements and How Courts Evaluate Them

Posted on March 16, 2026

Parenting time schedules in New Jersey are meant to support a child’s relationship with both parents in a way that feels stable and workable. Courts focus on the child’s best interests, looking closely at day-to-day realities like consistency, each parent’s involvement, and the ability to work together. When you are going through...