Over the years, many myths have come up surrounding divorce cases. These are often the result of someone believing their personal divorce experience is representative of all experiences or quoting something they heard from a friend of a friend. The problem with these myths is that they spread misinformation about…
The Right of First Refusal in a parenting plan is a provision that requires one parent who has possession of the child, to offer the other parent the first opportunity to look after the child, rather than hiring a babysitter or asking another family member. If the other parent refuses,…
In many cases, women are awarded custody of the children. However, many people think that women are always automatically awarded custody of the children. However, times are changing. More men are getting custody of their children. There are several things that the court takes into consideration before awarding custody. Who…
The divorce process is one that is extremely difficult and causes much emotional distress to all parties involved. In these troubled times, it is understandable to seek out advice and positive affirmation from friends and family. This is probably a bad idea. Despite the best intentions of loved ones, there…
In many situations, a divorce becomes an emotionally-challenging experience. The reality is that two people are ending a life contract. One subject that causes significant contention between divorcing couples is financial matters. When the financial situation is complicated, it is common for a divorce attorney representing one of the spouses…
When a married couple divorces, the first questions that often come up are dividing assets and sharing custody of any children. However, more and more attention is now being paid to custody of pets, who are seen as part of the family. According to a 2014 study, pet custody disputes have…
Divorce is always complicated and difficult, and when kids are involved, the final judgment isn’t the end of it. You still have to see your ex, especially if you have shared custody. There are ways that you can make things easier, both on your kids on and on yourself and your…
On New Year’s Eve, we gather together to sing that old acquaintance be forgot. For you, that might mean heading to divorce court in the New Year. In fact, January is a popular month for couples to begin the divorce process. When you get divorced, you want to do it…
Most people can agree that ending a marriage comes with a high emotional cost. Popular culture typically indicates the cost of divorce is equally high both in terms of court costs and loss of a dual income. However, this is often not the case. There are a number of scenarios…
Divorce is never easy, but if you’re a stay at home mom, it can be particularly difficult and even frightening. You have no income, no job, and perhaps no skills or education with which to change that. Daycare, day-to-day bills, and spending time with your children if you have to…
