How does child custody rights work for a couple that has not been married and live in New Jersey? 2 Answers as of February 14, 2012

I want to know how does child custody rights work for a couple that has not been married and live in New Jersey.

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The Davies Law Firm, P.A.
The Davies Law Firm, P.A. | Robert F. Davies, Esq.
This is complicated. The law on who will raise a child, and how the parents will be involved in the child's life, is complicated. A lot depends on the parents, their situation, work, how they live.
Answer Applies to: New Jersey
Replied: 2/14/2012
Law Office of Cassandra Savoy
Law Office of Cassandra Savoy | Cassandra Savoy
However, one parent will be designated as the parent of primary residence. Both parents will be afforded the opportunity to bond with the child by having parenting time.
Answer Applies to: New Jersey
Replied: 2/14/2012
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