Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

establishing custody

What are the requirements to be granted legal custody of a minor child in NJ. The mother abandoned us and has contributed less then 5 hours of her time and no money at all towards the upbringing of our 6 year old daughter past 20 days


Asked on 10/22/07, 11:57 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: establishing custody

A custody complaint must be filed with the Family Part of the Superior

Court of New Jersey in the County Courthouse in your county. You should hire an attorney.

Call me if you like.

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

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Answered on 10/22/07, 12:10 pm
Jef Henninger, Esq Law Offices of Jef Henninger, Esq.

Re: establishing custody

As Mr. Moore said, you need to file a motion with the court. Contact an attorney or legal services if you cannot afford one.

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Answered on 10/22/07, 1:01 pm


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