Keeping the best interests of your child in mind, there are times when supervised visitation is requested for the non-custodial parent. Supervised visitation is generally ordered when one parent has a problem with alcohol and/or drug abuse, physical or emotional abuse or any type of situation that could put the child in harm’s way. Of… Continue reading →
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How can I get visitation?
Visitation is the time a non-custodial parent spends with his or her children. In a divorce, the visitation is not always standard – every other weekend, every other holiday and a week or two during the summer. The schedule can vary from a little time to a fifty-fifty split between the parents. When entering into… Continue reading →
Divorce and property
In a marriage, all of your property is divided into two categories: real and personal. Real property includes your home and any land you own. Personal property is everything else, such as furniture, financial accounts, clothing, art and even knick-knacks on the shelves. All of your property can be referred to as your marital estate…. Continue reading →
Considering reconciliation
It is not easy to end a marriage. Divorce can destroy a person’s sense of security and belonging. It is a huge loss which has an effect on ones future. Many people would prefer their marriage to work out. Many individuals before seeking the help of a divorce attorney consider an alternative to divorce –… Continue reading →
What is contempt?
Contempt, in a divorce case, means that one former spouse fails to adhere to a court order that was issued during the divorce proceedings. Going through a divorce is almost always a stressful and emotional time. When a spouse does not comply with court orders, it adds a layer of distress to the situation. Examples… Continue reading →
Concealment of assets in a divorce
When two people are dissolving a marriage, many areas of their lives will be impacted, such as taxes, pensions, estate planning, credit, etc. Sometimes there can be an attempt by one or even both parties to hide money or assets so they will not have to relinquish it in the divorce settlement. What about the… Continue reading →
What is a deadbeat parent?
When a parent is ordered to pay child support by the family law judge and continuously fails to do so, he or she is known as a deadbeat parent. The term ‘deadbeat’ is used when the parent has the means to pay, but does not. Do not confuse this with a parent who is unable… Continue reading →
What is sole custody?
In most divorce cases where children are concerned, the court prefers to award joint custody to the parents. In this way, the children get to spend equal amounts of time with both parents – it is in the best interests of the children. However, there are circumstances in which sold custody is the best option…. Continue reading →
Divorce and debt allocation
The allocation of debts is one of the most important issues to settle during a divorce. It is always best if the couple can decide on their own how to separate their assets and financial debts. However, in too many cases, the parties cannot agree on this matter. In such cases, a family court judge… Continue reading →
Parenting plan after a divorce
The court requires all divorcing parents to adopt a parenting plan, which is intended to ensure the child continues to have frequent and continued contact with both parents. The parenting plan must detail how the parents will share and be involved in the day-to-day raising of their minor child. It should include parental responsibility, time… Continue reading →