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The days when mothers almost automatically received custody of their kids during divorce are far behind us. In the modern world, family courts recognize that children typically need both parents to thrive and become well-rounded adults. Still, it remains challenging...
When a marriage that involves a child comes to an end through a divorce, the court will often encourage a custody arrangement where both parents are actively involved in the child’s upbringing. Handled properly, joint custody can help the child adjust to the new...
Child custody cases are often stressful and emotionally charged. They can be difficult for parents and, most importantly, for the children involved. Custody disputes can arise for various reasons, including disagreements over parenting styles, schedules and living...
You may want to change your custody orders for various reasons. It may be because co-parenting has become a real headache, and efforts to find an amicable solution with your ex have failed. Alternatively, you could be worried about the welfare of the children under...
Life after divorce can be exciting but there are also numerous challenges. When you and your co-parent were together, you could balance your parental responsibilities. Now, you’re going to have to figure out these things on your own. You’re serious about your career,...
Two types of custody must be accounted for in a child custody order - legal and physical custody. Physical custody determines the primary residence of a child, which is perhaps why most parents focus on it. However, legal custody equally matters As a parent, there are...
If you are newly divorced, or maybe just separated, you could be facing your first holiday season without your children. That can leave you feeling raw and untethered. Failing to address these very real fears of missing out (FOMO) on your children’s holiday...
If you are divorced or going through a separation, it is essential to start planning for the holidays now. Holidays can be difficult for co-parents, especially if they are not used to sharing custody. It may be a difficult conversation, but by working on a plan now,...
At the onset, a divorce may seem like a lose/lose situation. After all, no one gets married with the goal of divorcing. However, if you have a child together, it is important that you figure out a living arrangement that will serve their best interests. And this is...
Going through a divorce means that one party will have to move out of the marital home. When you have children, you’ll have to help them adjust to life in two homes. When the homes are fairly close to each other, the transition is big but not as big as if one parent...