Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey
will soon x-wife to be have a saying in me living with someone
my divorced court date is at the end of september, i have two kids which they stay with me every other weekend one of them if from my x-wife to be is a girl of almost 2 years old. my girlfriend and i want to move in together she has two kids of her own, we want to get a two bedroom apartment if not a three bedroom. is there anything that my x-wife to be can say or the judge incourt about the living arrangements? if we get a two bedroom one room will be for each of us with our own kids in the same room her and her kids in one and me and my kids in one, if is a three bedroom we will each sleep in separate rooms with the baby girls in each others room and the two boys will share one room. is there anything that might be said in court regarding these living arrangements. what is NJ rule or is it ok for us two live in a 2 bedroom apt. keeping in mind that all four kids will be every other weekend. thank you.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Living arrangements with new girlfriend's children
You have presented a very difficult scenario that cannot be answered without also viewing the circumstances on the other side. All child-related issues are decided based on the best interests of the child(ren). The situation that you have painted, at best, would create very cramped quarters on those days when you and your girlfriend have all of the children. And, some Courts (and ex's) have concerns about non-married people living together. Nevertheless, once all of the facts are heard by the Judge a decision will be made in the children's best interest. If you want a better idea of how it may come out, you need to have a full consultation with a lawyer. Keep in mind that this advice is based purely on the little bit ofinformation that you have given to me. There certainly may be other factors that would change my opinion. Further, no one can rely on advice from an attorney who has not been retained. Since it appears that you have not retained an attorney, you may want to contact an attorney (either me or someone else) to discuss your matter in more detail. Only then will you be able to rely on the advice. If you call me, [856-546-8010] mention Law Guru and your first one hour consultation will be free. Good luck! Rob Gleaner