Child custody can become somewhat complicated when the two parents involved in the action are currently living in two different states. Many reasons may separate a couple; sometimes one side wants to stay in their home state but another one wants to venture out into the world to attend school or for a job. Regardless… Continue reading →
Archive for the ‘Visitation Rights’ Category
My Child Does Not Want to go to Their Dad’s House
Let’s be honest: Some children feel more safe when they are at their mother’s house because they can confide in their mother and they have been closest to their mother for years. Of course, this is not the case for every child but it is certainly for some. To some children, going to their father’s… Continue reading →
The judge mentioned “reasonable visitation,” what does that mean?
Custody proceedings are usually riddled with confusing terminology that may inhibit your understanding and thus your ability to make good decisions about proposed agreements. Before you enter into any legal agreement, but especially long term decisions about your parental responsibilities like visitation, you should understand all the terms that will be put before you. Working… Continue reading →
I have 50/50 custody of my son. His father does not want to release my son on the scheduled date. Can I file for contempt?
When a parent disrupts the custody rights of the other parent, it is called custodial interference. Custodial interference occurs when a parent refuses to release the child to the other parent, takes the child from the other parent, or otherwise intentionally interferes with the other parents rightful physical custody. Custodial interference can also occur when… Continue reading →
Long Distance Parenting
Parents want to be close to their children, to participate in their daily routine and upbringing. What happens if after a divorce, one parent needs to move to a different geographic area due to a job opportunity, new relationship or other obligation? This can be a challenging situation for all parties involved. There are, however,… Continue reading →
I am unmarried with a child
Unmarried parents are a diverse group. Some unmarried parents are in a loving relationship and share a home, while others would probably be estranged if not for the child they share. However, unmarried parents, whether together or not, share unique issues with regard to child custody, child support and visitation rights. Unlike divorced parents, for… Continue reading →