There is a lot of misinformation out there about child custody decisions. Some people believe that mothers are more likely to be awarded custody of their children than fathers, even if the father is equally capable of caring for the child. The bias may stem from...
Child Custody
Sharing a nanny after your divorce: What to consider
For all practical purposes, your marriage is over – but you and your spouse still have young children whose needs have to be considered. As their parents, one of your biggest concerns is probably providing a sense of stability for the kids as you work through this...
Review custody agreements well in advance of the holidays can save time, stress
Visitation and custody matters are one of the most hotly contested issues in many divorces. Where will the child primarily live? Who will have visitation and for how long? In some cases, parents are able to amicable work out such arrangements by creating their own...
Can your co-parent relocate to a new state with your children?
If your co-parent wants to move with the children to a different state under a shared custody order, they must seek the court’s approval. A judge will assess their reasons for relocation and determine whether they are in good faith and if they are in the best interest...
Do children get to decide where they live?
One of the biggest things that parents will ask when they go through a divorce is if the children get to choose where they're going to live. They want to know who's in charge of determining child custody. In some cases, this concern may stem from the fact that the...
Can your ex deny visitation?
You and your ex don't really get along after the divorce, but you do still share custody of the children. Your ex is supposed to drop them off at your house once a week, and they spend a few days with you before going back to live with your ex again. After the two of...
What is the “right of first refusal” in custody agreements?
Many parents who share custody of their children after divorce put a “right of first refusal” (sometimes called a “first right of refusal”) in their custody agreement. Generally, this is reciprocal. It requires each parent to notify the other if they’ll be unable to...
2 viable approaches to interstate shared custody arrangements
Trying to share custody with your ex will be a challenge no matter what your circumstances are. If you have started living separately and are now in different states, things can be even more complicated. There will be jurisdiction issues and enforcement complications....
Why legal custody is as important as physical custody for parents
When people share children, their relationship even if not in a romantic capacity. Both committed romantic couples and married spouses may eventually end their relationships with each other. If they share children, however, they will likely continue to see one another...
Should you leave the family home during divorce?
Obviously, divorce is one of the most difficult undertakings you can ever go through – and living with your spouse during the process can be incredibly uncomfortable. But, should you leave your marital home during the divorce process? Well, the answer to this question...