Resolving child custody and visitation issues during a divorce can be very challenging. However, no matter how much stress is involved, you and your spouse need to put your differences aside and act in the best interest of your child. After the initial divorce papers are filed, the family court will hold a hearing to… Continue reading →
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Changing child custody
Even though you have your final judgment in your hands regarding child custody, it is still possible to change the custody. Of course you will have to show that substantial changes have occurred to justify the change. Courts look at the best interests of the child and their number one concern is preserving the stability… Continue reading →
Divorce and Alimony
In determining alimony or spousal support, the court generally looks at the standard of living during the marriage. There are several factors used in determining whether or not alimony should be paid: · The needs and financial condition of the recipient spouse · The recipient’s earning capacity or ability · The ability of the payor… Continue reading →
Parental visitation rights
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 →
Divorce and money issues
Divorce is stressful enough, but when financial issues arise, the sky is the limit. During your divorce process, before the property division is decided: · Determine which assets are worth fighting for · Analyze the marital debt that is before you · Determine the status of retirement benefits, such as IRAs and 401Ks · Investigate… Continue reading →
Avoiding stress for your children at holiday time
Christmas time can be stressful for many people, including children. If your children act up during holiday time, here are some helpful hints to calm them down so they can enjoy this time of the year and so can you: · Discuss the true meaning of the holidays – not only receiving gifts · Make… 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 →
730 evaluation
When a Family court judge believes a child’s best interests are in question, the judge will order a Child Custody Evaluation or 730 Evaluation. A 730 evaluation is an in-depth study of one or both parents’ parenting practices plus their mental health. This can be requested by either parent when he or she is concerned… Continue reading →
Divorce and property division
Property division is about everything you and your spouse own. It is divided into real property and personal property. Real property includes your home and any land you own – while personal property includes almost everything else, such as furniture, clothes, pictures, bank accounts and any other financial accounts you and your spouse hold together…. Continue reading →
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