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New Jersey family courts approach child custody decisions with one guiding principle: The best interests of the child come before anything else. When parents cannot reach a shared arrangement or when circumstances make joint custody impractical, a court may award sole custody to one parent. This is often considered to be a drastic remedy. A…

Founder Megha R. Thakkar, Esq., has been named to the 2027 “Best Lawyers in America” list for her outstanding work in Collaborative Law: Family Law, Family Law, and Family Law Arbitration. Megha’s selection recognizes her 20 years in family law practice and longstanding dedication to achieving optimal outcomes for her clients. Megha represents clients in…

Key Takeaways: A recent New Jersey law requires both parents to consent before a child can receive any form of therapy. If parents disagree, a judge cannot order therapy without “scientifically valid proof” of its effectiveness. Originally designed to limit controversial reunification therapy, the broad wording of the law is now preventing children from accessing…