Kaplan Divorce Free Course

If you're in the middle of a custody case and feel like your child is being turned against you, you're facing one of the hardest challenges a parent can go through.

It’s called parental alienation — and New Jersey judges do take it seriously.

But they cannot act to help you unless you present clear, credible evidence.

I’m Steve Kaplan, Fixed Steven Portrait a divorce and custody attorney in Colts Neck, and I’ve handled thousands of family court cases in Freehold over the past 37+ years — including many where one parent was actively alienating the child from the other.

If you're in a court battle and alienation is happening, here’s what you need to know.

❗ First, You’re Not Alone

Alienation doesn’t always look like a scene from a movie.

Sometimes it’s subtle:

Your child suddenly refuses to see you — and can’t explain why
The other parent tells the court you’re “unstable” or “unloving”
Drop-offs get tense… and you’re blamed for it every time

But even subtle patterns can be documented, proven, and acted on by the court — if you handle it the right way.

⚖️ What Judges Are Looking For

Most Monmouth County judges have seen parental alienation before. But they still need:

Real-world evidence (texts, emails, missed visits, behavioral shifts)
Neutral evaluations, where appropriate (GALs, custody experts, therapists)
Your behavior under pressure — judges are watching how you respond

That means staying calm, staying child-focused, and avoiding the traps your ex may be setting.

🚫 Don’t Fall Into These Traps

Here’s what hurts parents in alienation cases — even when the truth is on their side:

Overreacting emotionally in court
Turning your child into a messenger or spy
Making accusations without documentation
Refusing to cooperate with court-ordered professionals

The court is there to protect your child — and if you show that you’re focused on that too, you’ll gain credibility.

🎁 Want My Help Outside the Courtroom?

If you’re in the middle of a divorce or custody battle and alienation is already happening, I want you to have practical legal strategy — not just theories.

That’s why I created Steve Kaplan’s Divorce Course, a free email series built on real-world courtroom experience.

You’ll start with:

“Steve Kaplan’s Guide to Divorce in New Jersey”
A fast, clear breakdown of how NJ custody law works — and how to protect your child when your co-parent is undermining your relationship.

📩 What’s in the Course?

After the guide, you’ll get:

Over 100 practical lessons for navigating divorce, custody, and complex issues like parental alienation.

You’ll learn:

How to frame your case for a Monmouth County judge
What types of documentation make an impact
How to avoid common alienation mistakes that backfire
When and how to use court-appointed experts

✅ Ready to Strengthen Your Case?

My best advice is that you sign up for the free course nowYour first article will arrive in minutes.

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Until next time,

Steve

Steven J. Kaplan, Esq.
Specializing in Divorce & Custody in Monmouth County