Family Law

There are a lot of words divorced parents use to describe their co-parenting experience. It can be an emotionally taxing and time-consuming experience. It can also be the best thing that ever happened to you following the breakdown of the relationship. But what do you...

If you and your minor child’s other parent are no longer a couple, the state is likely going to require you to put a parenting plan into place as part of your broader child custody order. A parenting plan – also often called a parenting time arrangement – will help...

The first holiday season after divorce can be challenging, especially if you have children. Making positive memories during this time can help with the adjustment that comes with the end of a marriage.  A few things might make the holiday season more enjoyable for...

Child custody orders are made so that parents have a better understanding of their role as divorced or single parents.  Parents can come to a mutual agreement when creating a child custody order or let the court decide in the best interest of the child. There are...

People have to make a lot of preparations before they get married. One of the many things people may consider is creating a prenuptial agreement (or prenup for short). A prenup, essentially, protects each person's assets in a marriage if there were ever a...

When getting a divorce or fighting for your child custody rights, you will probably hear many phrases you might not understand. Family court judges use the term “the best interests of the child” when deciding where a child will live. They also use the phrase when...

Every couple experiences unique challenges during marriage, and not every married couple will overcome those obstacles. A significant percentage of marriages end in divorce. You have to abide by state laws when you decide the time has come to end your marriage. If you...

The rate of second marriages leading to divorce is notably higher than the rate for first marriages. It is about 15% more likely that the second marriage will fall apart. Some sources say that the rate of divorce for these marriages comes in at about 65%. Many people...

A lot of people have faced unemployment (both short-term and long-term) over the past couple of years. If you’ve recently lost your job, you’re certainly not alone. If you’re a divorced parent, however, you may have concerns about how your unemployment will affect...

The average American household has multiple credit cards and carries revolving balances on those accounts. Although it can be expensive to have a balance from month to month on credit cards, many households need that extra money to balance their budget. While it may...