Wayne New Jersey Child Custody Lawyers
The New Jersey legal team with A. Schancupp & Associates, L.L.C., provides comprehensive divorce representation. Our lawyers understand the lasting emotional hardships children may experience after their parents' divorce. We also understand the financial burdens associated with divorce issues. We are committed to helping you obtain the best possible outcome to your matter, in Wayne and surrounding areas.
A. Schancupp & Associates, L.L.C. is a full-service law firm. We provide extensive guidance and representation for a wide range of issues. Our practice extends to:
- Child support
- Spousal support (alimony)
- Child custody and visitation
- Division of assets and debts
- Matrimonial and domestic relationship settlement agreements
- Post-divorce modifications
Proactive Approach
Our Passaic County divorce attorneys take a proactive, economical approach to divorce. We understand that litigation and trial can be expensive, time-consuming and intimidating. Even if you have the best interests of your children at heart, litigation can cause an emotional tug of war.
Our approach enables us to focus on finding creative solutions for your problems. However, if we feel that a settlement agreement is not in your best interests, we will aggressively fight to protect your rights at trial.
Custody and Co-Parenting Issues
Under New Jersey law, both parents have equal rights in determining child custody, and custody is based on the best interests of the child. Legal custody outlines which parent will have authority to make child-rearing decisions, including the child's education, religion and medical care. Physical custody outlines where the child will reside. The three main custody arrangements are:
- Sole custody
- Joint legal custody
- Joint physical custody
Visitation — now referred to as co-parenting — is established within your parenting plan to ensure children maintain regular and frequent contact with both parents after divorce. Our legal team will evaluate your situation to determine the best course of action in negotiating a fair arrangement that provides parenting time that is in the best interest of the child while still taking into account work schedules and other considerations.
We understand that certain situations, including domestic violence, often require court intervention. Our attorneys have decades of experience handling divorce matters. Whether you are experiencing abuse or have been accused of violent behavior, we will fight to protect your rights.
Arrange a Consultation Today
We welcome the opportunity to discuss your legal matter. Please call our Fairfield office at 973-559-5978, or for your convenience, you may arrange a consultation by e-mail.
