The most precious possession that parents have is their relationships with their children. When couples decide to separate, each party typically wants to do all that is possible to maintain that bond. However, preserving strong connections with both parents is an...
Co-Parenting And Child Custody
Facilitating effective co-parenting in a divorce agreement
A divorce could negatively affect children’s relationship with one or both parents. Establishing a formal parenting plan as part of a divorce agreement can reinforce parental relationships and ensure that children have the support that they need. During the divorce...
Commonly misunderstood facts about child custody during probate
Probate is the legal process that identifies, marshals and distributes an estate's assets after the parents' deaths, which can be a scary time for your child. Chances are, this is the first time you are thinking about child custody in your estate plan, and plenty of...
The importance of creating a parenting plan
A thoughtful and enforceable parenting plan plays a critical role in your post-divorce parenting relationship. Even if you do not have a current disagreement with your spouse about custody or parenting, an agreement is necessary. Parenting agreements help avoid...
Is relocating with your children after a divorce realistic?
Moving out of state after your divorce may rank high on your to-do list. However, if you have children and share custody with your former spouse, the prospect may prove challenging. Parents cannot remove children from the state without the other's consent or court...
Can you move out of state with your children after divorce?
From pursuing a promising job opportunity to moving closer to extended family, there are many reasons you may want to relocate with your children. However, whether you have sole or joint physical custody with your former spouse, if you want to move out of state, you...
Does your custody hand-off location matter?
If you are going through a divorce and have children, you likely have both large and small matters to settle. Using divorce mediation to address these issues may be the right approach. After all, addressing most issues outside of court likely increases your chances of...
4 tips for writing a successful parenting plan
Unfortunately, the co-parenting effort does not come with an instruction manual. Each parenting plan, like the divorce associated with it, is unique. Here are four tips to help you and your partner create a workable plan and lay the foundation for successful...
Set yourself up for co-parenting success with a custody plan
If you are facing a divorce and you have children with your spouse, you may be uncertain about what the future holds as a parent. Developing a strong co-parenting relationship with your spouse will help your kids navigate this challenging time. Learn more about how...
How to make peace when a co-parent is uncooperative
Divorce means the end of your marital relationship with your spouse, but it does not mean the end of your parental relationship with your children. They require not only individual love and support from each parent but also parents who can co-parent cooperatively. In...
