Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Relocation to another state

I am petitioning to move to Texas with my daughter and new husband because we have a chance for much better quality of life. Her biological father has threatened to appeal and petittion for sole custody. I am her custodial parent and care for her more than 70% of the time. He has a history of drugs and revealed a plan to end my life if I moved. What are his chances of getting full custody and how long do appeals processes usually take if he does so?


Asked on 4/17/04, 7:07 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Beverly Muller Beverly Sharps Muller, Esquire

Re: Relocation to another state

hi-

i think that his chances of getting full custody, given the facts as you told them, are slim. however, you must apply to the court in new jersey for permission to move out of state, if the other parent does not give permission and if the prior court orders don't already give you permission to do so. there are several factors that must be met by the parent seeking to re-locate. most people in your position get a lawyer to represent them in these motions. feel free to call me at 609 263 0089 if you have any other questions. good luck !!

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Answered on 4/17/04, 7:17 pm
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: Relocation to another state

You will not lose custody after all this time without some transgression and/child neglect or abuse by you. As for your moving it is hard to evaluate your reasons for moving based on your statement that your quality of life will improve.

Is your moving voluntary and necessary?

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

800 273 7933

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

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Answered on 4/17/04, 7:23 pm
Edward Weinstein Law Office of Edward R. Weinstein

Re: Relocation to another state

Thank you for your inquiry.

I do not beleive he has a strong case against you for sole custody. However, in order to determine whether you have a strong case with respect to removal of the child from the jurisdiction of New Jersey, I need to learn more essential facts.

As it would be my pleasure to speak to you regarding your situation, please feel free to contact my office at 732 246 0909 to discuss same.

Very truly yours,

Edward R. Weinstein

214 Highway 18

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Phone: 732-246-0909

Fax: 732-246-2888

E-mail: [email protected]

Web Page: www.edwardweinstein.com

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Answered on 4/19/04, 8:28 am


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