R. 5:8-7. — Non-Dissolution Education Program.

In all initial non-dissolution cases where the parents or caregivers of a child are seeking custody or parenting time, the parties shall be required to attend the non-dissolution education program and a subsequent consent conference. The content of the non-dissolution education program shall be in a form prescribed by and in accordance with guidelines established by the Administrative Director of the Courts. If the parties can resolve their case at the consent conference, a consent Uniform Summary Support Order shall be prepared and forwarded to the court for consideration. If the parties cannot resolve their case, or if either party fails to appear for the consent conference, or if either party refuses to cooperate in the consent conference, the case shall be immediately scheduled before the court.