When parenting time (formerly child custody) is an issue, we are frequently asked whether a child gets to “choose” where they live or has other rights in a divorce. Many clients have heard stories that there is an “age of consent,” and many of our clients were, or...
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Essential elements you don’t want to forget in your parenting plan
A well-written parenting plan that contains a lot of forward-looking agreements can help you and your ex-spouse avoid a lot of conflicts -- and that’s the goal! You don’t want to constantly find yourself back in court because you forgot to address something important....
Divorce takes a psychological toll on children
Some parents think that remaining in a marriage for the children is a good idea, but the constant fighting and a negative home life can sometimes lead to serious psychological damage for the children. Going through their parents’ divorce can also have some negative...
Make your case for custody stronger with these ideas
You want to do what you can to get custody of your children. You know that your spouse is fighting to have primary custody (and much more time than you’d receive if she had her way). You’ve always been a good parent and intend to be there for your kids. You want to...
Can’t pay your child support? Here’s what you should know
In periods of widespread economic instability, many people are left wondering how they’re going to meet their financial obligations. Divorced parents, of course, have an extra worry. They may not know how they’re going to pay their court-ordered child support in the...