Child custody disputes can be emotionally charged and complicated affairs. In some cases, one parent may take drastic action, like removing the child from the other parent's custody without consent or in violation of a court order. This act, often referred to as...
Year: 2023
What can you do to protect your kids from domestic violence?
Protecting your children from domestic violence should be among your top priorities as a parent. After all, you’re responsible for creating a safe environment for your kids to thrive. Domestic violence is any form of abusive behavior within a household, typically...
3 things all parents should know about the Hague Convention
When parents divorce, they must consider their kids as well as themselves in their legal decisions. Some parents manage to set aside their personal feelings and make choices that preserve their kids’ well-being. Unfortunately, others never accept the divorce and...
Can you require your ex to tell you where they take your child?
It can be difficult for newly separated parents to adjust to the fact that their soon-to-be ex will have sole responsibility for their child sometimes – even if it’s only a day or two a week. Assuming there aren’t abuse or neglect issues that warrant the court...
Tips for co-parenting during the summer
Summer is a great time for family reunions, beach days, and road trips. Unfortunately for divorced parents who must share custody of their children, summer vacation can bring unique challenges when it comes to co-parenting. From scheduling travel plans to ensuring...
Traveling by air with your child this summer? Read this
Vacationing with your child after separation or divorce can be a challenge if you and your co-parent have trust issues. If either of you plans to take your child out of the area to visit family or simply to vacation, it’s crucial to get an agreement in place that...
Cultural differences may impact child custody
In today's globalized world, it's increasingly common for parents from different cultural backgrounds to raise children together. When facing a child custody dispute, understanding and navigating cultural differences can be critical to ensuring the best outcome for...
How can unmarried dads protect their child custody rights?
We live in a modern world where parents are encouraged to spend time with their children. Even so, unmarried fathers who no longer have a relationship with the mom may still get the short end of the stick when it comes to parenting time. Since mothers give birth to...
How co-parenting disputes can arise
During and after a divorce, parents usually try new parenting skills that perhaps they didn’t get to show while in the marriage. However, even though this can be advantageous, raising kids with opposing values can be harmful. Co-parenting offers considerable...
Should you seek pre-divorce legal counsel?
Divorces typically arise in one of two ways: Both spouses decide it’s time to end the marriage, or one spouse surprises the other with divorce papers. Each situation benefits from legal counsel, but if you’re the spouse planning to file, early representation may give...