Every year we try to blog about how to handle the holiday times. There are usually lists of all types. This year, instead of making a list for clients to follow, we thought that we would start with a list of what we think about, as divorce lawyers, when the holidays approach. That list is […]
Children and Divorce
3 Things You Must Consider When Filing for Divorce with Kids
1. Research the differences between mediation, collaborative law, and litigation Filing for divorce is a monumental decision. There are new and improved ways of handling a divorce filing, and it’s up to you to research the various ways to dissolve your marriage in a way that makes sense for you and your family. For example, many […]
Medical Responsibilities of Divorced Parents Toward Their Kids
Divorce might mean an end of a relationship, but the responsibilities toward children do not end when parents part ways. After a divorce, it is the duty and responsibility of the parent to work out an effective mechanism to help their kid deal with the situation. A child goes through a lot of emotional trauma […]
3 Holiday Tips for Adult Children of Divorce
Every year many adult children of divorce have to make a decision: Should they spend Christmas morning at Dad’s and Christmas afternoon at Mom’s? Should they spend Thanksgiving Day at both homes so as not to offend either parent? For some it comes down to avoiding the holidays all together. It may make more sense […]
How To Change Your Time-Sharing Schedule: Factors To Keep in Mind
What worked for you then might not work for you now, when it comes to time-sharing schedules. Thankfully in family law, nothing is ever set in stone.
Is Your Ex Showering the Kids With Gifts? Here’s What You Can Do
When an ex is showering your kids with gifts during or after a divorce, that can be stressful for everyone. Follow these tips to balance over-indulgence.
Parallel Co-Parenting in a High-Conflict Divorce: 12 Tips for Making It Work
Parallel co-parenting minimizes conflict between ex-spouses while maximizing each parent’s involvement in their child’s life.
Holiday Horrors and the Adult Child of Divorce
According to my calendar, it is almost that time of year again…the dreaded holidays. There are few things worse for the adult dealing with parents that are divorced or divorcing than the holiday season. The holiday season is fraught with all kinds of obstacles, the first one being the transition of any traditions where the […]
5 Things to Do When Going Through a Divorce with Children
Divorce in today’s society is more of a norm than ever before. The causes of divorce are as many as there are couples willing to divorce. Most families face insurmountable difficulties, and those strong enough to get through the challenging times escape the compelling thoughts of having a divorce. The ease of getting a divorce […]
Long-Distance Parenting After Divorce & Staying Connected to Your Child
In some divorce cases, a long-distance parenting is the only option. The following tips will help you make and keep a connection with your children.
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