Divorce proceedings can always be difficult for families. However, this situation could become more complicated if family violence is a factor. Domestic violence can take many forms. The National Domestic Violence Hotline says that people may be most familiar with...
Child Custody
Divorce, co-parenting and the importance of communication
As you approach divorce, you probably struggle to contain your emotions, and your soon-to-be ex-spouse may be the last person you want to talk to. However, if the two of you are parents, you will find that communication is essential as you continue to raise your...
Can you take your kids on a trip to Mexico?
If you have a joint managing conservatorship of your children, commonly called joint custody, you may be looking for ways to help them develop socially. According to reporting from AFAR, traveling with children offers a great opportunity to show them a different way...
How can you keep custody transfers from turning into nightmares?
If your marriage has been rough, you are probably looking forward to your divorce. Your kids may not have the same rosy outlook, however. After all, according to a licensed clinical social worker who writes for Psychology Today, divorce can cause children to develop...
Understanding Texas custody and possession orders
Divorcing couples in Texas who have children usually must make difficult custody decisions that affect the entire family. State courts usually have control over the final arrangements and act in the best interests of the children. Both parents and children alike must...
When can you modify child custody in Texas?
If you have a child custody agreement that no longer meets your family's needs, you can ask for a modification in Texas. The process varies based on whether both parents agree to the proposed changes. Review these considerations when you want to modify a joint...
What is “nesting” and should our divorced family try it?
Divorce is often difficult for children, no matter how well the parents handle the situation. It is understandable that many concerned parents want to make the transition to divorced life as easy on their children as possible. One way that families are doing this is...
What are some signs of parental alienation?
After your divorce, you notice your children wishing to spend less time with you. In some cases, lies and other tactics from your ex-spouse may cause parental alienation. This situation can affect your daily life and your relationship with your children. Repeating...
How to excel at co-parenting
When making child custody decisions, parents or the judge consider what is best for the child. In many instances, this means joint custody. Although joint custody is usually better for the child, it can be challenging for parents to figure out how to make it work....
What do you know about joint custody financial considerations?
You and your ex-spouse finalized the details of your joint custody agreement for your shared kids, but did you forget something? Does your agreement cover the financial aspect of a joint custody agreement? Kiplinger takes a deep dive into navigating child-related...