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Creating a parenting plan can feel overwhelming when you and your co-parent need to turn everyday responsibilities into a schedule that works for your child. A vague agreement can leave you both unsure about what happens when school, holidays, health needs or...
When domestic violence affects a family, concerns about a child's safety can shape nearly every decision a parent makes. Parents find themselves searching for ways to protect their children from continued exposure to abuse while also addressing concerns about custody...
When you file for divorce in Pennsylvania, you and your spouse must settle on a custody arrangement that aligns with your children’s best interests. These discussions will not only pertain to where they will live but also address each of your decision-making...
Negotiating custody terms is a standard part of the divorce process. Married parents who divorce either need to settle their custody disagreements with one another or prepare to take the matter to family court. The process is much less clear in scenarios when couples...
Parenting a picky eater is tough under otherwise ideal circumstances, but when parents are separated and sharing custody, it can become downright stressful. Differences in household routines, food choices and parenting styles often lead to frustration for both...
Divorcing with minor children can leave parents unsure of their rights. They may worry about how the end of the marriage might affect their bond with their children. Stories about poor custody outcomes are common, and many people may struggle to separate fact from...
It’s often difficult to convince a judge that a parent shouldn’t be allowed to spend time alone with their child when a couple is separating or divorcing. The law generally treats the parent-child bond as one that should be protected regardless of what has happened in...
Child support is an important financial arrangement that helps ensure children receive the care and support they need after their parents separate or divorce. However, as life circumstances change, so too can the need for modifications to existing child support...
Some parents who are no longer involved in a romantic relationship may choose to co-parent. This means that they opt to work closely as a parenting team even though they aren’t romantically involved with each other anymore. Co-parenting isn’t ideal for all situations....
Families come in many different forms. Some parents get married and have multiple children together. Other times, people have children outside of traditional marriage. People in non-traditional situations may wonder about what rights they have, especially if the...