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4/15/24

3 reasons a parent may need to file an emergency petition

Resolving custody matters is often a lengthy process. Those going through a breakup or divorce may wait months for a hearing in front of a family law judge. Even those with existing custody orders may need to wait quite some time for a modification hearing to review proposed changes to the custody arrangement. Not all families have the luxury of waiting numerous months to resolve custody issues. There are some scenarios in which a parent...

4/2/24

The difference between traditional divorce litigation and collaborative divorce

A couple facing divorce often fight in a battle of conflicting emotions. Disputes usually surface because of disagreements on child custody, support, property distribution and other arrangements. Separating couples could resolve these disputes extra-judicially, but when you fail to reach an agreement, you could end up fighting in court. Resolving issues in court through litigation The traditional route of divorce is through litigation. When you and your spouse disagree on the terms of your divorce,...

3/22/24

Can you divorce someone you still care about?

Letting go of your spouse may be the kind and considerate thing to do. Despite your desire to stay together, that may not be enough to keep each other happy. The thought of divorcing your partner, whom you still care about, can be heart-wrenching, making you hesitant to proceed. Yet, deep down, you might already know that you both deserve the opportunity to grow and find happiness, even if that means going your separate ways...

3/21/24

Have you considered vacationing with your co-parent?

Vacationing together as co-parents with your children can be a rewarding experience that fosters lasting memories, strengthens family bonds and demonstrates a united front of parental support. However, this kind of adventure requires a proactive approach and mutual respect to better ensure that a trip is enjoyable for everyone involved. As such, you’ll want to start by planning your shared co-parenting vacation together. This involves choosing a destination, activities and accommodations that are agreeable to...

3/8/24

How can technology help you co-parent better?

Technology plays a far bigger role in the lives of modern parents and their kids than it did when those same parents were children themselves. That has its pros and cons. We detailed in a previous post some of the ways that technology can It allows you both to maintain greater contact with your kids Nothing can beat one-on-one time with your child. Yet, sometimes, that is not possible due to work, custody schedules...

2/23/24

Most children adjust well to divorce

When parents are considering divorce, they are often rather worried about the impact that it will have on their children. In fact, there are even couples who decide that they’re going to stay together specifically because they want to provide that home environment to their kids. They are not personally happy in their relationship, but they decide not to end it anyway. But there are two reasons why parents shouldn’t think this way and why...

2/15/24

Why using internet resources for a pro se divorce isn’t a great idea

The internet has made it easier than ever before for people to learn about various matters of concern. What would have once required a trip to the library or sit-down sessions with professionals can now be achieved from the privacy of one’s favorite armchair. Unfortunately, ease of access to information online sometimes gives people a false sense of security. For example, people sometimes assume that they can do their own research and then represent themselves...

2/9/24

Can you keep your family business after divorce?

Are you and your spouse joint business owners? Perhaps you started the business together, fell in love and got married. Or maybe you had already gotten married and you decided to go into business so that you could each work together and generate your own income, rather than looking for a job. No matter how your family business began, you will likely be worried about the future of it if you’re getting a divorce. You...

1/29/24

You can avoid making your divorce an adverse childhood experience

Are you considering mediation or collaborative divorce to end your marriage rather than a litigated divorce to help begin to build a good co-parenting relationship and minimize the negative effects of divorce on your child? You probably don’t need any more evidence that a long, combative, litigated divorce is generally bad for children. Here’s something, however, that you may not know. Mental health professionals list parental divorce as one of the “ What are ACEs?...

1/18/24

3 ways mobile technology can cause co-parenting conflicts

Parents who divorce or break up have to find a way to share responsibility for their children and divide time with them. It can be so difficult to navigate matters related to financial support and parenting time that people may overlook other issues. For example, there are many day-to-day decisions that parents have to cooperate with each other to address as they raise their children cooperatively. Parents manage everything from a child’s education to their...