Englewood Attorneys for Legal Matters Affecting Children
Most parents want the best for their children. But in a divorce, determining what is best for the children can be difficult. When one household becomes two, parents often experience conflict over the amount of time they spend with their children. They worry that relationships may change and that their quality of life may be reduced.
At The Law Offices of Marilyn Labrada Dume, in Englewood, New Jersey, we try to help our clients make decisions about child custody, parenting time and child support that are the best for them and their children in the long run. We understand that decisions affecting your children are often difficult ones, but we have established a record of positive results—even in complex cases involving foreign child custody matters or domestic violence.
Child Custody Guidance
With each newly published case, New Jersey family law continues to evolve. Ideas about child custody—like the courts' preference for mothers or father's visits every other weekend—are no longer valid. More than ever, the law allows parents to negotiate the child custody arrangements that work best for them. At The Law Offices of Marilyn Labrada Dume, we can help.
Child Support Assistance
In New Jersey, child support amounts are determined by a series of guidelines that take into account the gross income of both parents. However, this amount may be negotiable through divorce settlement. Sometimes a child's needs are greater than the guideline amount. Other times, parents' special situations make guideline amounts unreasonable.
Modification of Existing Court Orders
As incomes change or as children grow, existing court orders often become inappropriate for your family's current needs. At The Law Offices of Marilyn Labrada Dume, our lawyers can help you modify existing child custody and visitation orders or arrangements. We also represent parents in matters related to modification of child support, as well as matters of child relocation, either outside of the state of New Jersey or internationally.
Discuss Your Child's Needs With an Experienced Family Law Attorney
When you have family law concerns that affect your children, the help of an experienced lawyer can be critical to your success. Contact The Law Offices of Marilyn Labrada Dume by calling 201-308-5317 or completing our online contact form.
