Child custody

Parents who divorce or separate can generally expect to share custody. Family law judges must abide by state statutes when putting together a custody order, which means that their decisions should be in the best interests of the children affected. Most families end up...

Kids these days tend to be well-versed in various kinds of technology, even from a very young age. Even screen-conscious parents are often surprised to discover that their toddlers know how to unlock devices in search of their favorite cartoons. As a result of the...

Divorce might signal the end of a romantic relationship. However, if you have a child together, your relationship with the other parent is never quite over. If you have a child together at the time of dissolving your marriage, you will need to figure out the child’s...

The primary goal of the family court during a child custody case is acting in the best interests of the most vulnerable parties – the kids. While ruling on the child’s custody and living arrangement, the court will consider pretty much every aspect of the family...

The parenting plan is the backbone of your parenting relationship with your ex. It needs to be clear and concise so everyone knows exactly what to expect.  There are a few points that all parents need to think about if they’re working out the parenting plan. Ideally,...

After a divorce, you and your ex-spouse will need to discuss the importance of a child custody order. Without it, your child wouldn’t have a schedule that allows them to see both of their parents – which most courts see as an important factor in a child’s well-being...

When the court is deciding where the child will live and with which parent, it considers the child’s best interests. There are many factors that the court will look at when determining the best interests of a child.  A child's preference for one parent over the other...

One thing that can help children deal with a divorce is simply to have more consistency in their lives after their parents split up. It’s difficult for children when they feel like their life is unstable or that it doesn’t have any structure, and that is often the...

When you’re going through a divorce, it’s easy to become encompassed in the very adult feelings that come along with it. Parents can’t become so focused on their own emotions that they forget the kids have feelings, too. Children can become very stressed when their...

Child-related matters are often hotly contested at the negotiation table. Each parent wants frequent contact with the kids, but a fair plan may not look the same to both parents. Unless you want the courts to step in and decide on your behalf, you must negotiate a...