Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Re: When the kid gets to decide

You and your sister are old enough that you preference as to which parent with whom you would reside has considerable weight, although it is not the only factor that a court would consider. Your father must apply to the court for primary residential custody to bring the issue before the Court.

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

899 273 7933

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

Re: When the kid gets to decide

There is no particular age. It depends on the maturity of the child. Some 10 year olds may be mature enough to choose; some 16 year olds may not be. All child-related decisions are based on the best interest of the child and after hearing all of the facts and circumstances and perhaps hearing the opinions of experts, the Court would make its determination. Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the bare facts that you have given me here. 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. You might want to suggest to your father that he consult with a Family Law attorney in New Jersey. Good luck! Rob Gleaner