Planning holiday custody agreements is a great idea for divorcing couples. Without planning out a custody agreement, parents are at the mercy of the courts and court ordered custody time for holidays. That means that parents will adhere to dropping off, picking up and spending time that is alotted by the court – which may […]
One of the toughest conversations to have with children is a plan for divorce in your family. Though the conversation is difficult, it is extremely important to prepare your children for the upcoming changes and let them know what is happening. Tip #1 – Plan The Conversation And Do It Together If possible, both parents […]
Child custody is one of the biggest concerns of divorcing couples. In many divorces, the two parties are fighting each other for custody of their child/children. It’s never 100% pre-determinable who the judge will rule in favor of, but, without question, the judge is going to make that decision by determining your children’s best interests. […]
No matter how much you don’t want to, if you have children with your ex, you will have to interact with them after the divorce. Raising children together with an ex can be challenging but it can also be extremely rewarding and positive for everyone involved. Here are 8 tips on how to co-parent successfully […]
If you are involved in a child custody case, you should know that domestic violence can significantly affect the outcome of the case. First, please understand that if you or your children are victims of domestic violence, it is imperative that you take action to ensure your safety. The legal system is here to help […]
Christmas time is a stressful time for divorced families. While Christmas is something that parents often look forward to and get excited about, many don’t get to see their children. Child custody arrangements definitely reduce the amount of time that each parent gets with their children and also affects which holidays each parent is allowed […]
Hiring a divorce lawyer is supposed to help the divorce process go more smoothly, reach a fair outcome, and complete the process so both parties can get on with their lives. But divorce often turns into a battleground where both sides will fight to get what they want – regardless of how fair the end […]
In Phoenix, Arizona, parental rights cases come up in instances where families with stepparents what to adopt a child whose biological parent is not around and/or cannot be found. Parental rights termination also comes up when parents are deemed unfit or have abandoned their children. While the laws regarding parental rights are clear, every situation […]
The coronavirus pandemic has made a huge impact on every part of our lives. Our schools have been closed. Our jobs have been moved into our homes. We have been held in place without knowing what services will be available to us and how to navigate serious situations like divorce. While the world is busy […]
Identifying whether your case is “high conflict” can be surprisingly difficult. In most cases, there is some level of conflict in a divorce or parenting dispute. The question is whether a particular case has an abnormally high amount of conflict. Some examples of high conflict cases involve domestic violence, serious substance abuse, mental illness of […]
