Child Custody

Divorce can be an opportunity for a fresh start but it also presents some challenges. The family court will rule on various issues, including custody and child support.  Based on your income and your spouse’s financial position, the court may order that you pay child...

Going from an unsatisfying romantic relationship to a co-parenting relationship is a difficult transition. It is common for parents to struggle with everything from how they split their schedule to disciplinary standards for their children. While it may be natural for...

If you’re separated but haven’t begun the divorce process, you and your co-parent may not have discussed in detail how far each of you can travel with your kids. That’s something you’ll need to codify as part of your custody agreement and parenting plan. What kind of...

When you and your spouse were working out your custody agreement, you may not have included Halloween among the holidays for which to work out a plan. Maybe you haven’t yet begun the divorce process but are parenting in different homes. As Halloween fast approaches,...

Your divorce was trying for everyone involved – but you got there in the end. The court settled on a custody order that they deemed to be in the best interests of the child, and it was signed off on.  It’s rare for either party to get absolutely everything they want...

Children who are having to deal with their parents divorcing might start to have a negative attitude. This is likely not because they want to be negative but because they’re dealing with very complex situations.  It’s up to the parents to get everything set up for the...

Your ex was ordered to pay child support when the two of you got divorced. They also share custody of your child, but they have to pay support because there’s a vast difference in your earnings. This is done to ensure that both parents are financially helping to raise...