Posted On:
August 10, 2008
Divorce Court
Divorce Court is is part of the Chancery Division which means there are special rules. The special rules are that the Judge makes the rules. The Judges follow a set of guidelines for each issue. Who gets the kids. How much support is awarded. How much alimony. Visitation.
The court is guided by equity or equitable principles that when applied are fair to all the litigants and the children. There are certain principles that the court has to enforce, such as the best interests of the children, but the application of this equitable principle is at the sound discretion of the judge.
Chancery Division, Family part has a great web site that provides assistance in both answering questions and providing free guidance.
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