The winter holiday season is closing in quickly, so it’s critical for parents to determine how they’re going to handle this special time of year. Regardless of which holidays parents and children observe, having a plan ahead of time can make the situation easier for...
After a divorce, creating two separate but welcoming homes for your children is one of the most important ways to help them adjust. Kids generally thrive on consistency and security, so while they may move between two households, both environments should feel like...
Custody orders typically contain an assortment of different details. Parents make arrangements for sharing decision-making authority. They negotiate schedules for day-to-day life and special events, such as holidays. The parents may also integrate provisions into...
Parents have to make decisions on their children’s behalf all the time. When parents are married and their child reaches the age where they’re supposed to enroll in kindergarten, the parents pick out the school. Married parents often have to cooperate and work...
Sharing child custody is not easy. Parents have to deal with regular transitions, which can make their children emotional. They also have to plan their lives around when they have time with their children. As difficult as it can be to share custody, some parents find...
Co-parenting through the transition to college can be a rewarding yet complex experience. As children prepare to leave home and pursue higher education, co-parents must coordinate not only logistics but also financial and emotional support. A thoughtful, cooperative...
When parents can’t agree on how to share custody of the children after divorce, a judge steps in to make the decision. It’s not about who’s the better parent or who has more money - it’s about what’s best for the child. Every case is treated individually, but the...
Facing a divorce is already a stressful and overwhelming process, but facing a custody battle can alleviate that stress significantly. One of the biggest questions a parent might have is “what will the judge consider when making the decision?”. Family courts always...
Serving in the military is a great way to help our country, but it can be tough on families, especially when it comes to child custody. If a parent gets deployed, both parents need to adjust their custody plan fast. In Massachusetts, parents must file a temporary...
Are you planning an overseas vacation with your child? Amidst the trip planning, packing and ticket buying, there is one more thing to consider if you are a custodial parent—do you need permission from your coparent to take your child out of the country? The...