Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey

Unwed parents - legal custody question

I live with BF currently. Throughout my pregancy endured a lot of ''emotional'' baggage,I wouldn't term it as abuse though some may. I am intimidated by him both physically and emotional b/c of what we have been through. My child was born Jan 2002. We currently still live together, splitting bills down the middle. More of a roommate relationship now although we bicker in regards to how things shoudl be done w/ child. (He constantly blames me for having/keeping baby.) My sanity is wearing thin and I need to remove myself physically from this relationship.

My question who has legal custody since we are unwed, if I move out now can I legally take the baby with me w/o filing some sort of papers w/ courts, how would physical/legal custody typically be decided?


Asked on 7/12/02, 3:55 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Edward Weinstein Law Office of Edward R. Weinstein

Re: Unwed parents - legal custody question

Thank you for your inquiry.

Although you may move out with the child, remaining in the state of New Jersey, it is important that you obtain a Court Order addressing custody, visitation and child support.

It would be my pleasure to speak to you about your situation. Accordingly, please feel free to contact my office at 732 246 0909 to discuss further.

Very truly yours,

Edward R. Weinstein

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Answered on 7/12/02, 9:09 pm


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