Can I Terminate Parenting Time if Ex Doesn’t Spend It With Kids How is your ex-spouse spending the children’s parenting time? You are the guardian. Your ex-spouse picks up the child and drops the child off at grandma. The child is left with the uncle while your ex-spouse enjoys parenting time. Your former partner never interacts with the child. You want to terminate the parenting time with your ex-spouse.  Can I terminate parenting time if the ex doesn’t spend it … Read More →

You’re enrolling the child in a nearby school. Both the co-parent and you will find it convenient. The school is reputable. The other parent disagrees with your decision and raises objections. Who has the authority to choose and decide? Dealing with co-parent conflicts over school choices. Click here to watch the video on Dealing With Co-Parent Conflicts Over School Choices You don’t need your co-parent’s consent. You’re the parent with both physical and legal custody. If you both share legal … Read More →

Can dating affect my divorce or custody case? There are both practical and legal considerations. In the event of a divorce, did you play a part in the marriage’s dissolution? If you’re filing for divorce, your marriage has already broken down. The court won’t really care whether you date. Click here to watch the video Can Dating Affect My Divorce or Custody Case The court can rule that people of the opposite gender shouldn’t stay overnight. This is in the … Read More →

What are the red flags to watch for when hiring a lawyer? You believe hiring an attorney is necessary for your divorce or child custody case.  You need one. You will need one because you won’t be able to do it on your own. How can you select the ideal lawyer for you? While you are speaking with your attorney, he or she is not paying attention. Instead of taking notes, the lawyer appears to be preoccupied with other tasks. … Read More →

You separated. You have a child. You and the child have a custody disagreement. Although your ex-spouse is highly challenging and combative, you are being reasonable. Your ex-spouse is unpleasant and unhelpful. How does one co-parent with a difficult ex? Click here to watch the video on How to Co-Parent With a Difficult Ex You must take a seat somewhere impartial and establish some expectations. Trade-off expectations. To reduce conflict, establish guidelines and rules. Many courts offer computerized tools for … Read More →

Someone who is very challenging to get along with is an ex-spouse. It’s a soon-to-be ex-spouse with considerable conflict. Dealing with a personality. A personality that is not conducive to resolving complex issues in a divorce. Someone with a volatile nature or problems controlling their rage. Your health and safety must take precedence. Get tips for divorcing a high-conflict ex-spouse. Click here to watch the video on Tips For Divorcing A High Conflict Ex Get out of there. Get your … Read More →

This is a common refrain. “Don’t put your kids in the middle!” Why wouldn’t they be in the center? They take center stage in divorces when there are children. How is it possible that they won’t be involved in your divorce? What it comes down to is not using children as a bargaining chip in your divorce. Avoid putting kids in the middle of a divorce. Click here to watch the video on How to Avoid Putting Kids in the … Read More →

How to Handle Co-Parenting Expenses How do we handle co-parenting expenses? People spend a lot of time deciding who will have custody of the child. Trying to determine when Mom will see the children or when Dad will see them. The costs connected with that don’t receive as much attention. The cost is often glossed over. Expenses might not be a big deal if Mom and Dad are two blocks apart. You will have practical challenges if one Mom resides … Read More →

You managed to figure out the details of custody and parenting time. You were awarded joint custody. The parenting time was split between you. Do we have to continue paying child support? Parents are able to come to an agreement on a practical custody and visitation schedule. The court will often agree and endorse it. Does 50/50 custody mean no child support? Click here to watch the video on Does 50/50 Custody Mean No Child Support Child support is still … Read More →

A successful divorce—is there such a thing? Do you know if it has a key? Actually winning or losing a divorce is a myth. It’s not like you’re providing someone who didn’t have anything with something. You try to equitably split what is already there in divorce cases when it comes to property or finances. It is already owned by the parties. Is the way we’re splitting it up fair and appropriate? Do we know everything and are we certain … Read More →