Family Law Term

Arrears

Definition

Unpaid child support or alimony that has accumulated. Courts can enforce collection through wage garnishment, tax interception, or contempt proceedings.

Related terms

Alimony / Spousal Support
Court-ordered payment from one spouse to another after separation or divorce. Types include temporary, rehabilitative, limited duration, permanent, and reimbursement alimony.
Answer
A formal written response to a complaint or petition filed by the other party. Must be filed within a specific timeframe (usually 35 days in NJ) or risk a default judgment.
Best Interests of the Child
The legal standard courts use when making custody and visitation decisions. Factors include stability, parental fitness, child's wishes (if old enough), safety, and each parent's willingness to foster the other's relationship.
Case Information Statement (CIS)
A detailed financial disclosure required in NJ divorce cases. Lists income, expenses, assets, debts, and lifestyle. Both parties must file one.
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