Child custody agreements are designed to prioritize the best interests of the child. Beyond maintaining a relationship with both parents after divorce, a custody agreement helps provide children with stability and a predictable routine. Therefore, when your co-parent...
Child Custody
Strategies for co-parenting during the holidays
The holiday season is approaching and it’s an exciting time of year. Nonetheless, it can also be a challenging period, particularly for those who have recently divorced. As co-parents, you’re going to have to adjust and implement strategies that are in the best...
New Florida law minimizes red tape for unmarried fathers
Many couples have children before they’re married. Sometimes they remain a couple but never marry. Other times they go their separate ways. Yet others weren’t a couple to begin with, but when there’s a baby on the way, they both commit to raising the child. Even when...
2 little-known facts about Florida divorces involving children
Parents always want to protect their kids from painful events. Unfortunately, few things are as devastating to children as the end of their parents’ marriage. You and your co-parent have a say in divorce matters involving your minor children, especially when creating...
What you should know before relocating with your child
Before you load your bags in the trunk and fill your gas tank for relocation, you have to know the following information to avoid any illegalities or consequences that would affect the current custody order. Relocation by agreement or by court approval To legally move...
How to keep a neutral relationship with a co-parent
Co-parenting after divorce is one of the best things parents can do for their children. Parents can work with their children’s other parents to establish responsibilities, obligations and daily schedules so each parent can still be a part of their children’s lives....
When are recordings admissible as child custody case evidence?
The ubiquitous influence of electronic communication tools seems to make it easy to hold anyone accountable for their misbehaviors, like a scorned ex caught on camera making threatening remarks due to the tensions of divorce. There are countless ways a wrongly...
What matters should a parenting plan address?
Some divorce cases are more complex. They could have unique factors affecting how the process goes along. However, some parts of the divorce are standard, especially for cases involving children. Divorcing couples must discuss and agree on matters concerning their...
Who decides where children go to school after divorce?
Deciding which school your children go to is usually a straightforward matter. You and your spouse might select one within your area, although you might also consider other factors, like your finances and what programs the school specializes in. Things usually become...
Typical time-sharing schedules in Florida parenting plans
Your Florida divorce has multiple moving variables, and unfortunately, your child’s overwhelmed in the chaotic middle. Devising an organized parenting plan with a time-sharing schedule while regularly coordinating with your ex-partner could establish a semblance of...
