A divorce is a welcome event for some people, but it can be downright traumatic for others. One thing that many adults don't think about is how the split might impact the children. The answer to this varies greatly because some children cope well and others have...
Protection and Understanding Legal Guidance
Year: 2019
Fight only chosen battles with an uncooperative ex
You have probably seen stories on the internet and television about how divorced parents, and sometimes their new spouses, are working as a team to raise their children. Even though these stories are becoming more popular, there are still some parents who have...
Special documentation is needed for dividing retirement accounts
Couples who go through a divorce have to divide all of the marital assets during property division process. For many marital assets, this process is fairly simple and can happen without a lot of extra work. Retirement plans are one notable exception to this because...
Set the stage for your children to thrive despite divorce
It is often said that you can't move forward until you address the past. This applies to many areas of your life. One of these is your divorce and child custody. How amicable your divorce is can have a direct impact on the child custody relationship you will have...
Rehabilitative spousal support payment considerations
You might think that you will automatically receive alimony when you divorce, especially if you were a stay-at-home parent. This isn't necessarily the case. There are several factors that come into the picture to determine what type of spousal support you might be...
Take control of your money after a divorce
When you are married and both spouses are working, you likely have a good handle on the financial matters. This is probably going to change if the marriage falls apart. When that happens, you will have to take a look at your finances and determine how you can make...
Parenting plans for long-distance parenting situations
Many parents who divorce stay in the same area so they can be involved in their child's life. There are also times when one parent has to move away, which can force the child to have a long-distance relationship. There are many things that can help the child in these...
How to have meaningful visits with your children
Most parents don't have to deal with only having their children for a few hours per week, but there are some who still do have to cope with this. The situation isn't ideal for either the parent or the child, but it is important to make the most of the situation so...
Moving forward when a marriage ends
Going through a divorce is hard for anyone, but when you are a young parent, it can be even more challenging. Making sure that you are making decisions based on what is best for you and your children must be a priority. There are several things that you can do that...
Extracurricular activities can pose child custody challenges
The parenting plan that you work out with your ex has to be one that is based on your child's needs. This can be especially challenging when you have a child who is involved in a lot of extracurricular activities. The issue here is that the child's schedule might not...