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February 06, 2020

How to Enforce Child Visitation Rights

Child visitation laws give non-custodial parents the right to spend time with their children. Typically outlined in the form of a court order, these rights allow parents to have physical custody of their children for specific, scheduled periods. Determining and enforcing these orders is serious, and violations come with harsh consequences to maintain the safety of the children involved.

February 04, 2020

Activities to Maintain Snow Day Sanity

An unplanned day at home can be an inconvenience for your schedule or your employer, but it is also an excellent opportunity to make memories at home with your children. Embrace the joy of a snow day and keep the little ones busy and content with some fun activities.

January 31, 2020

Talking Parents' Guide to Custody

For parents going through a divorce, child custody often becomes a primary topic of discussion (and debate). Determining how children will navigate their day-to-day while splitting time between households is complex in even the most amicable divorces. This guide breaks down how joint custody works, as well as answers many common questions from parents.

January 30, 2020

How to Talk to an Angry Child

Whether it’s a stubborn toddler not getting his way and erupting into a loud, public tantrum on the floor, or a sullen teen giving you the silent treatment, parents need strategies for working through anger with kids.

January 30, 2020

Understanding Divorce

Getting a divorce is certainly not as simple as saying that two people no longer want to be married. Depending on the state of residence, the process of divorce can look entirely different. When children are involved, couples also consider the consequences that their actions will have on them.

January 28, 2020

What is Emergency Custody

Emergency custody is when a judge steps in to make a ruling on who should have custody of a child in a situation that requires immediate action to maintain the safety and well-being of a child. Emergency custody is granted as a result of a serious, unexpected, or dangerous event that happens with a parent.

January 27, 2020

Guide to Co-Parenting

Regardless of the relationship you have with the other parent, your child comes first. The range of possible co-parenting options are endless, and it can be hard to know what will best suit your child.

January 26, 2020

Can I Represent Myself in Family Court?

When someone who is unfamiliar with these issues represents him or herself, it can end up causing a lot of frustration in the court, especially for the judge. Follow these tips to learn how to successfully represent yourself in family court.

January 23, 2020

How to Terminate Parental Rights

For some parents, ceasing to be a child's legal parent is a voluntary act. The choice to terminate parental rights is often made to allow a child to be adopted by someone else to ensure he or she has access to better opportunities.