Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey
If my husband and I split, we will need daycare for our infant child. If a family member volunteers to care for my child free of charge, am I obligated to do just that?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Sounds like someone on your ex's side is volunteering.
No, you are not necessarily forced to accept this, especially if there are good reasons not to accept.
You really need a divorce attorney. This process is complicated, and if you get a bad deal, you and your children will have to live with that mistake for a long time.
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The judge, sitting in the Family Part, is required to rule on the parties' applications for relief employing principles of equity, what is fair and reasonable. Applying this requirement to your question, the answer is that it all depends on whether the family member who has offered to
provide free daycare is competent and poses no likelihood of harm to your children. Answering your question requires a lot more informaton. You need to hire an attorney.
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I agree with Mr. Moore. There is not enough info to answer your question and it sounds like you need attorney.