One of the most sacred rights of a parent is the right to spend time with your child. Visitation is a right, not a privilege. Parents who have the potential to endanger their children may be allowed supervised visits. Parents who are loving and caring, and will not endanger their children, do not require supervision…. Continue reading →
Posts Tagged ‘children’
Christmas without the grandchildren
Christmas is supposed to be a time to gather with your family and friends. What do you do if your children and grandchildren cannot visit this year? · In order to avoid last-minute teary conversations, discuss holiday plans as early as possible. If you cannot be together, pick another day to celebrate – better late… Continue reading →
Divorce and college expenses
With today’s economy, more and more parents are asking if they are responsible for paying for their child’s college expenses. They want to know if college expenses are part of child support. It is important for any child to get a college education and courts recognize that need. However, many non-custodial parents are not willing… Continue reading →
Absentee dad
What do you tell your child when he or she constantly asks where their daddy is? How do you handle the fact that your child’s father does not want to be included in that child’s life? Depending on the age of the child, tell him or her truth but no more. Be positive – no… Continue reading →
Supervised visits
When the court issues supervised visitation it allows a parent in a high-risk situation access to his or her child in a safe and supervised location. This usually applies to the non-custodial parent. The State of California’s policy is to protect the best interests of the children whose parents have a custody or visitation matter… Continue reading →
Resolving divorce disputes through mediation
Mediation is a form of negotiation where a neutral third party or mediator facilitates open communication between the couple in an effort to help them resolve their disputes. It is most effective when disputes are relatively easy. Mediation, when successful, hastens resolution compared to litigation that can go on and on. It gives control to… Continue reading →
Held in contempt?
Are you being held in contempt of court? Were you found to be disrespectful or disruptive in court? Or, did you fail to comply with a court order, such as child support? Contempt of court cases are taken seriously by most family law judges, especially when it involves matters involving children. If you fail to… Continue reading →
Who is responsible for taxes in a divorce?
Going through a divorce is stressful enough without having to worry about paying a joint tax bill. It is important to bring up the matter of taxes during the divorce process; make sure the tax debt is separated at that time. You need to learn what your options are for ensuring that you pay only… Continue reading →
Collaborative law divorce
If you are contemplating divorce, stop and think about collaborative law divorce before you do anything else. This is especially true if you want to maintain a friendly relationship – for the sake of your children if nothing else. If you and your spouse can agree on all the marital issues, there is no need… Continue reading →
Financial issues after divorce
Your divorce is finally over and you are faced with a new life – one that includes handling your own financial matters. One word comes to mind: Help! So much has to be done – refinancing your home, taking your spouse’s name off your car, your benefits and pension at work. What about changing the… Continue reading →
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