As a divorcing parent, one of your major concerns is child custody. You do not want to lose your child through a divorce. You want to be there to raise your child. However, your child’s other parent may also have the same feelings. During a divorce, you may be given...
When the marriage is over and you and your former spouse go your separate ways, you make several arrangements. If you have children, you must determine how their day-to-day needs will be taken care of. You must also address the subject of parenting time. But what if...
If there’s any question about paternity, it’s important to seek a resolution. For instance, someone may want to have parental rights to see their child, but they need to show that they actually are that child’s father because they’re not listed on the birth...
When considering traveling with your child under a shared custody agreement, it helps to understand the legal parameters to avoid getting into trouble with the law. A short trip might not raise significant concerns, but the prospects of a long journey may present some...
While the transition from married life to single life can be emotionally challenging, it’s essential to focus on creating a stable and nurturing environment if you have children at home. Effective co-parenting can help children adjust to this new reality and minimize...
If you and your co-parent are newly separated, you may not have worked out how you’re going to “share” your child over various holidays. Even if you have done that, Halloween may not have been one of the holidays you considered. If your child is still young enough to...
Embarking on the journey of parenthood is filled with challenges and joys. Co-parenting is about collaborative parenting between two individuals who aren't in a romantic relationship, ensuring that the child's best interests are always prioritized. While the...
If you’re a parent who is newly divorced or still in the process of divorcing, it’s just about time to start thinking about how you and your co-parent can manage the back-to-school season. As long as you can both prioritize your child’s emotional and educational...
In the United States, parents of minor children have a legal responsibility to financially support them, regardless of their relationship with each other. Most parents are not just willing but eager to do anything to help their kids thrive. Divorce often complicates...
When sorting out the property division aspect of divorce, it’s always wise to determine the financial and tax implications of any property you take in the settlement. What may seem like an asset worth fighting for, like a home, can end up being far more costly to...