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How is Child Custody & Parenting Time Determined?

Posted on June 29, 2015 by MWM Admin

There are two types of custody in NJ: legal custody and physical custody
Where the child resides is physical custody; legal custody deals with decision-making for the child – who makes those decisions.
The courts lean toward joint custody, because they want both parents involved in making decisions regarding the welfare of the child.
Regarding parenting time, the courts require the parties involved to go through mediation to work out an equitable solution that meets the needs of the child.

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