Child Custody

Once you and your estranged spouse come to a custody agreement, you'll have to write a custody plan. Never make assumptions during this time--even if it seems meaningless, make sure you get everything in writing. Otherwise, your former spouse might try to challenge...

There are many learning curve moments that parents must experience when they decide to go their separate ways. One such moment is learning how to handle visits to the doctor.  It’s not uncommon for pediatricians and mental health counselors to bombard parents with...

It won't be long before your children go on summer break. You've already likely begun narrowing in on your vacation plans, which may include international travel. You might have looked in to the passport requirements if your child doesn't yet have one. You've likely...

One of the biggest fears most parents have when they split up is losing custody of their kids, but family law judges generally aim to keep both parents involved in their kids' lives as much as possible. Custody plans usually reflect a fair split.  Certain situations,...

Divorcing when you have children with your ex means that you and your ex are still going to have to interact together for some time to come -- most likely until your children are grown. You’re going to need a suitable communication plan. This can help to keep the...

There will always be times when something comes up that your custody schedule conflicts with. Whether that’s a medical appointment that hits at the same time that your child is supposed to be picked up by the other parent or your child falling ill and being unable to...

There are times when one parent might be taken away from their children. This may occur if a parent is deployed in the military, serving time in prison, moves away because of work or chooses not to parent the child for a while. It can be hard for children to...

Much is written about the benefits of civil co-parenting for former spouses. Of course, that assumes that the former spouses can achieve that level of communication and cooperation between them. Divorce and be incredibly damaging to one or both spouses. Especially...

As divorced co-parents, you and your former spouse may have different rules in each of your homes. Even if you agree on the big issues involving discipline and at what ages your children should be allowed more privileges, you may still parent very differently. There...

You made it through your divorce and you have a good parenting plan in place. It clearly addresses the holiday schedule, and you’ve been open to negotiations with your ex-spouse for special events. You’re determined that the holidays will be bright for the kids,...