When a family faces a separation, children have the right to maintain a stable relationship with both parents. In the best interests of the child during a divorce, we believe the rights and obligations of both parents should be equally considered.
The Law Offices of Jeffrey W. Goldblatt Esq., in East Brunswick, Freehold, and Wall, NJ, advocate for your rights in child custody cases.
A Compassionate Family Law Attorney
There are few child custody attorneys in East Brunswick, Freehold, and Wall, New Jersey, with more experience in family law than Jeffrey W. Goldblatt. Mr. Goldblatt offers compassionate and effective representation as a child custody lawyer helping Middlesex County. We can handle a wide scope of divorce-related legal issues involving custody arrangements. From straightforward family law mediations to complex cases involving instances of domestic violence, Jeffrey W. Goldblatt has helped parents with all matters of child custody.
There are a number of reasons that necessitate a change in child custody. Many cases in family law arise post-divorce or breakup, well after initial custody has been established. Life events and the needs of the child may change over time. It is crucial to consult a family law professional who understands the methods and procedures necessary to build a successful child custody case.
As a child custody lawyer, Jeffrey W. Goldblatt has a long track record of helping parents who need custody matters resolved. With a history of practicing family law for over 30 years in Middlesex County, Mr. Goldblatt is well-versed in nearly all types of divorce matters.
Contact us online or call us at our East Brunswick, New Jersey, office to see how Jeffrey W. Goldblatt can assist you today.
When it comes to maintaining the best possible relationship with your children in the wake of a divorce or separation, hiring the right attorney is key.
Our East Brunswick law office understands that cost is a major concern for most clients, which is why we offer free initial consultations. This not only allows you to decide for yourself whether Mr. Goldblatt is the right advocate for your case, but also gives you the chance to get an estimated cost of service without any financial risk.
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It is important to distinguish between the different types of child custody in family law matters. The two primary types of child custody are legal and physical custody. In any child custody dispute, a number of factors need to be considered to determine the best interests of the child, including any history of domestic violence.
At our law firm in East Brunswick, New Jersey, child custody lawyer Jeffrey W. Goldblatt can help if you need to change the type of custody you currently have with your child.
Legal custody refers to a parent's right to consultation regarding major decisions affecting the child's general welfare, including health and education as well as access to records. In a typical situation, the parties will enjoy joint legal custody. This allows both parents to actively participate in the child's life and make important decisions after mutual consultation.
Physical or residential custody refers to the actual residence of the child. If one parent is granted residential custody of the child, the child will primarily live with that parent, subject to the other parent's rights of parenting time. There are different types of custody arrangements. Ever-increasingly, parties are electing equal custody relationships with the exact division of time to be negotiated by the parties and their attorneys. Jeffrey W. Goldblatt has devised these parenting plans and it is essential you have the assistance of an experienced attorney to guide you through this process.
Divorce is stressful on its own. When you also have to worry about child custody, it becomes even more of a burden that can take a detrimental toll on your mental health and emotional well-being. Having a child custody lawyer in your corner is the best way to ensure you are getting the child custody arrangement you deserve.
Let our family law team alleviate the stress that comes with divorce and child custody. Contact our East Brunswick–area firm to request your consultation.
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A family law attorney will help you come to a fair arrangement.
To provide for yourself and your child, you may find employment outside the state of New Jersey. A parent in East Brunswick who shares custody or parenting time rights cannot relocate a child without advising the other parent and petitioning the court for a child custody modification.
While it is in the child's best interest for both parents to come to an agreement through negotiation or mediation, parents are not always able to do this. Sometimes, a judge is needed to hold a hearing to determine if the move should be allowed. This can happen when one parent plans on moving away with the children against the wishes of the other co-parent.
The Law Offices of Jeffrey W. Goldblatt Esq., in East Brunswick, Freehold, and Wall, New Jersey, can help parents who need to relocate out of New Jersey or who are facing an ex-spouse looking to relocate.
Parents naturally influence their children. Sometimes, however, one parent manipulates this influence to alienate the other parent. If you think that your ex-spouse is turning your child against you, Jeffrey W. Goldblatt in East Brunswick, NJ, can help you reclaim your relationship before it is too late.
Not every parent is perfect and not every relationship ends well. Regardless, your co-parent should not turn your child against you. Parental alienation syndrome occurs in a child who comes to believe that the targeted parent is someone unworthy of having a relationship with. This develops as a result of the behavior of the alienating parent.
You do not have to give up on your child. At some point in the future, your child will know if you gave up the fight to be in their life. The Law Offices of Jeffrey W. Goldblatt Esq., in East Brunswick, Freehold, and Wall, New Jersey, will help you in your fight to restore and rehabilitate your relationship with your child.
Mr. Goldblatt has been practicing law since 1975 and has handled hundreds of family law cases in East Brunswick, Freehold, and Wall, NJ. He will approach your case with the utmost compassion while fighting for you and your child. When you hire Mr. Goldblatt to handle your child custody case, you can expect to have dedicated and effective representation.
Mr. Goldblatt always puts his clients first. He will be honest with you about your case and expected outcomes and keep you informed throughout the entire process. Our Middlesex County law firm has an answering service so Mr. Goldblatt's clients can reach him at all hours. He is the only attorney at the law firm, meaning your case will not get passed off to a paralegal or someone you haven't met.
Contact our East Brunswick-area firm to request your free initial consultation and gain the peace of mind that comes with having an attorney in your corner.
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In New Jersey, only the police, a probation officer, or an official from Child and Protective Services can remove a child from their home without a court order. If you believe your child is in immediate danger in their current living situation, you should contact the authorities. However, if your child is not in immediate danger but you believe they are at risk in their home, reach out to our East Brunswick family law firm so we can take the necessary steps to obtain a court order.
Time is crucial when dealing with the health and safety of your child. Do not hesitate to call.
Interference of parenting time can include a parent missing a pick-up date, a last-minute change of schedule, or anything that disrupts the custody agreement previously settled upon. Sometimes an interference in parenting time can be as simple as a miscommunication or a basic need to change plans last minute. Open communication between you and your co-parent is the best way to avoid the issue. However, if interference is a continued problem and communication has shown no progress, contact our family law firm so we can file an incident report or criminal complaint to help you resolve the issue.
Non-exercise of parenting rights refers to one parent completely missing their chance to spend time with their child. You should have an open dialogue with your co-parent to understand the reasons for the missed time and try to come to an agreement on how to remedy the situation. However, if missing time becomes a pattern and communication has shown no change, contact our child custody attorney. We can file a court order to temporarily or permanently change your custody arrangement, apply monetary sanctions, or take any other appropriate action to hold the parent accountable.
When one biological parent is out of the picture, a stepparent or grandparent can be just as important in a child's life. In such cases, many stepparents want to formally adopt their spouse's children. This form of adoption, called stepparent adoption, is now the most common form of adoption in the United States.
At the Law Offices of Jeffrey W. Goldblatt Esq., we help families establish the legal relationship of parent and child through the process of stepparent adoption. The process of adopting a stepchild is complex. It is important to hire a resourceful law firm with a history of handling family law matters. With over three decades of service in Middlesex County in the field of family law, child custody lawyer Jeffrey W. Goldblatt can guide you through the process so it goes as smoothly as possible.
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There is legal custody and physical custody (sometimes called residential custody). Legal custody refers to the right to make important decisions in a child's life regarding things like their education and health. Physical custody refers to the parent the child lives with. Sole custody (meaning one parent holds it) or joint custody (meaning both parents share it) can apply to both types.
File a motion with the courts with the help of an attorney. If it can be shown that the other parent frequently violates your agreement by failing to pick up your child for parenting time or failing to deliver the child to you when your parenting time starts, the courts may impose penalties on the other parent. They may even adjust the parenting time agreement to give you more time with your child.
Attorney Jeffrey W. Goldblatt has been representing family law, criminal law, and social security disability clients since 1975. He is proud to be affiliated with top legal organizations, including:
If you are looking for legal representation from a top-rated lawyer in East Brunswick, call our law firm at (732) 238-8700 or request a consultation online.
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