Are You a “Free -Range Parent”?
For years we’ve heard about “Helicopter Parents”, a style of parenting many feel is the overprotection of children, perhaps to the detriment of children as they mature into adults. When … Continued
Child Custody
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Creative Custody Suggestions During the Holidays
The holidays, while going through the ebbs and flows of a divorce, may feel like one is mixing oil and water. While the holidays are considered a time of joy … Continued
The Demise of “Brangelina:” The Custody Battle
In the wake of the almost apocalyptic marital demise and subsequent divorce proceeding of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, an interesting legal discussion has been raised regarding custody of the … Continued
When is Enough Actually Enough? Drug and Alcohol Testing in Custody Cases
Can a court order a parent to undergo indefinite testing for illegal or controlled substances as a requirement for visitation? The answer is yes, according to a recent California Court … Continued
Child Custody and Visitation: The Grounds For Emergency Relief
In a family law proceeding, one of the most sensitive and emotionally charged areas –for both the family law attorney and the client- typically concerns issues surrounding custody and visitation … Continued
The Right Way to Communicate With the Children About Divorce
I sat in the judge’s chambers along with the other attorney listening to a child testify about how she just wanted her mom to pay attention to her. In another … Continued
Sperm Donors May Have Parentage Rights
Imagine you and your girlfriend strongly desire to have children. You are unable to do so naturally, so you jointly decide to seek medical assistance. You donate sperm and your … Continued
Tug of War: Summer Vacation
The Matzo has been eaten. The Easter eggs have been found. It’s now time to think about summer, which is often stressful for families going through a divorce or custody … Continued
Only Divorced Parents Argue About…
I would wager that most married people do not argue about who gets the privilege of handling child-related obligations. I would further wager that neither parent, in a happy marriage … Continued
Holidays for the Children of Divorce: Compromise or New Traditions?
It’s nearly the holidays and many divorcing and separating parents are still in conflict about how to share the holidays with their children. Holidays are supposed to be joyous, but … Continued