Sometimes grandparents seek to take over the care of children because the kids' parents are not able to care for them properly due to drug or alcohol abuse, medical or emotional problems, incarceration or any number of issues. By taking custody of their grandchildren,...
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Breaking the news to kids about your divorce
One of the most difficult parts of divorce for many couples is breaking the news to their children. Even though most kids can sense that there's something wrong in their parents' relationship, hearing from them that it's actually over can be devastating.That's why...
Knowing a judge’s concerns can help you create a parenting plan
When negotiating a parenting plan with your soon-to-be ex-spouse, there are a couple of broad goals that you are looking to achieve. First, the terms of the agreement must address the best interests of the child. Second, it is best if the agreement is clear, concise...
Keeping your child’s best interests at heart
When you first got married, you probably never envisioned yourself standing in divorce court. Just as most other new spouses in Washington (or wherever you lived at the time) you most likely believed you and your spouse would be together the rest of your lives....
Child custody: The Brangelina way or your way?
Are you one of many people in Washington who keeps a close eye on celebrities and the ups and downs of their relationships? One of the most closely watched couples is Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. From the first rumors about a divorce a long time ago, until the...
Self-care is important for divorced parents during the holidays
If you are a divorced parent who enjoys taking an active part in your child's life, sharing time in a joint-custody arrangement can be a challenge. You no longer have the option of just walking into his or her room anytime for a chat or to help with homework. And you...
3 ways to approach child custody over the holidays
Many people think of the holidays as a time to spend connecting with family, friends and other loved ones. However, as the department stores start to build their wintry window displays and holiday songs echo through the corridors of the local mall, some parents in...
Custody will be important issue in Pitt-Jolie divorce
Many of our readers have heard by now of the impending divorce of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Like any couple, they celebrities care for their children, and so custody is bound to be a significant issue in their divorce. That this is the case is evident in the fact...
Children, money among the most important issues dealt with in divorce
In divorce, it is important to work with an experienced advocate who understands your specific needs and who will advocate for your interests rather than simply push you through the process and resolve the case as quickly as possible. A zealous advocate will be sure...
Work with experienced legal counsel to navigate parenting plan issues
As vacation season swiftly approaches, many families are starting to think about how they will be spending their summer weekends and time off. For divorced couples, there may be a certain amount of anxiety over how the summer season will work out.Coordinating...