If you have kids and are approaching the divorce process, it is important to understand various legal terms related to family law issues involving kids. For example, you should understand the differences between custody and visitation. You should also review various...
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Child Custody
What are the most common issues regarding child support?
Parents in New York who are no longer together often face child support issues. Some of these might arise for a variety of reasons. These are some of the most common ones that might come up. When do child support payments end? There may be resentment on the part of...
How can you prove parental alienation?
If your marriage and divorce were acrimonious, you may have some justifiable anger and resentment toward your ex-spouse. Because you share children, though, you understand the importance of not letting your emotions affect the relationship your kids have with your...
What mistakes do parents make when seeking custody?
A family court will award child custody based on the best interests and safety of the child. New York parents who are unable to prove their fitness could find themselves losing a custody fight. To prevent disappointment during custody hearings, parents should learn to...
Options for joint custody scheduling
Separated and divorced parents often say that they have "joint custody," but this arrangement has several definitions. Parents often have to create a custody schedule that is customized for their children. If you're a New York resident sharing custody of your...
Is 50/50 custody the best arrangement for you?
Joint 50/50 child custody arrangements in New York are the best option for many families because they allow the child to have an equal amount of time with both parents. This can allow them to maintain a solid and healthy bond without spending a lot of time getting...
Should you aim for full or shared custody of your child?
Once you file for divorce in New York, you might be tempted to file for full physical custody of your children. Full custody has its benefits, but it's also challenging. If your former spouse is a good parent, you might want to aim for shared custody instead. What are...
How can you write a co-parenting plan?
The divorce trial in New York is over, and you've both been awarded joint physical custody. Now it's time to figure out a co-parenting plan. Negotiating with your former spouse might sound challenging, but it's the best way to provide a stable environment for your...
What role do your children’s preferences play in custody?
Like many parents who go through divorces, you are likely concerned whether you will receive custody of your children. You may have a strong bond with them, and they might have expressed that they would prefer to live with you instead of your spouse. Yet, you may be...
Parental alienation: Signs and solutions
Dividing time with your children can be one of the most painful parts of a divorce. One issue you might worry about is what the other parent is telling your child about you. Too often, bitter feelings between exes negatively impact what parents say to their children....
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