When you get divorced as the parent of a minor child, the court can determine your custody arrangement if you and your child’s other parent cannot reach a mutual agreement. Whether your situation is amicable or contentious, the court will eventually issue a final...
Make no mistake; parenting is tough, especially after a divorce or separation. It is natural to get into disagreements with your co-parent from time to time regarding your child’s care and upbringing. One of the questions divorced parents grapple with is whether they...
The issue of custody of children lies at the heart of every family case. It is by far the most important issue. Unlike old times, when generations resided on farms or remained in the same communities, we have become a mobile society, driven by employment or...
Making the holidays a memorable and joyous occasion for your children requires weeks of planning, shopping and scheduling with others. However, the holiday season often becomes more of a challenge when you have to split the celebration across two households. For many...
The impact of divorce can cause a ripple effect with those closest to the separating spouses feeling the effects in a variety of ways. For children, divorce can bring life changes from adding a second home to changing schools and learning a new schedule. For...
In New Jersey, as in other states, the courts prioritize your child’s best interests in all custody matters. In other words, custody decisions are never about what is best for the parents; they are focused on what is best for the child. If the parents cannot agree on...
With Covid-19, most everyone is now familiar with video conferencing and interacting with other people through the computer or smart phone. It should come as no surprise that this technology has long been used to facilitate contact between parents and their children,...
Whether you live in New Jersey, California or somewhere in between, divorcing couples with children need to determine how to co-parent after they separate. But how do parents make the most out of their co-parenting plan? The NBC news program, TODAY, offers some...
The development of the COVID vaccine has brought vaccination questions to the forefront of the discussion in many family law cases. Although a COVID vaccine is not yet available for most children, the concern is already on many parents’ minds. Parents are wondering...
The trend of grandparents playing a more significant role in the lives of their grandchildren continues to grow. The evolving dynamic provides unlimited benefits for children who, more than ever, form closer bonds with their grandmas and grandpas. The relationship can...
Figuring out an agreeable custody arrangement can cause the most heated disagreements among divorcing couples. Of course, arguments over marital assets and support can also erupt but typically pale compared to arguing over where a child will live. Whether you are a...
In a perfect world, parents who divorce would set aside their differences and complicated past and focus on co-parenting their children. However, that is not a reality for a lot of people. Instead, they need to find a way to raise their child while having minimal or...
According to the CDC, one in 59 children have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In New Jersey, the rate is one in 34. In light of the national divorce rate of 50%, it follows that many divorces involve special children requiring many important, crucial considerations....
Divorce is often a painful, stressful process. As a result, it is not uncommon for divorcing spouses to fight with each other. While fighting is expected, the fact is that it can be damaging - particularly when people fight in front of their kids. If you are...
It appears that many school systems will not be returning to full-time in-person instruction anytime soon. Families, both divorced and intact, are wrestling with the future of employment and the responsibilities associated with virtual education. It is especially hard...
