Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Re: 14 Year old wants to work instead of visit father

I am surprised constantly by how people arrange their lives. Her ex drives countless hours for overnight visitation NOT because he really wants to spend time with the child, but to lower child support? Astonishing. And why did no one think of having visitation for blocks of time, perhaps two weeks straight in the summer, and a week at Christmas (alternate years for Christmas itself) and maybe a week in spring during school break - ? that setup has worked for my clients many times. Driving every two weeks for 2 hours up and back on Friday and again on Sunday is not a smart arrangement.

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Re: 14 Year old wants to work instead of visit father

I usually do not answer questions that any of my colleagues have already answered, but I am compelled in this case to answer this question in order to emphasize my agreement with my colleague. I too am amazed that people are so blind to what would be in the best interests of their children. A simple discussion between the parties (assuming both parties would be reasonable), would resolve this issue quickly and without much cost.

This is the type of issue that screams out for a Mediator. For a very small cost, the parties could get together with the Mediator, splitting the cost of same, and the matter would likely be resolved.

Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit of information that you have given to me. There certainly may be other factors that would change my opinion. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. Since it appears that you have not retained an

attorney, you may want to contact a Family Law attorney who practices law in your area to discuss your matter in more detail. Only then will you be able to rely on the advice. An even better idea is to contact a Mediator to resolve this quickly and amicably. Good luck! Rob Gleaner