Parenting isn’t easy when spouses are happily married, so it’s understandable when a separation or divorce leads to turmoil over custody and visitation matters. While the end of a marriage can lead to bitter or hurtful feelings between ex-spouses, both of you owe it...

The paternity of a child is not always clear cut. Sometimes a mother may be uncertain about who the biological father of her child is. In other cases, the mother may not wish to acknowledge the father – and the father may want to establish their parental rights to...

Co-parenting after a divorce is not always easy, and when back-to-school issues are thrown into the mix, it can become even more stressful. But there are ways to make things easier for parents and children – so stress levels are lower, and everyone can have a good...

If you are a parent who has been through a child custody dispute with your ex, you know the process is not easy. In addition, you may find yourself in another contentious custody situation if you ever need to move away with your child later down the line. American...

Some divorced parents have outlined a written parenting plan that includes provisions relating to custody and visitation for children of the marriage. However, many of these parenting plans only detail basic provisions and fail to include details about vacation...

Marriages struggle when conflicts between spouses go unresolved, often leading to divorce. Those negative feelings can linger long after a marriage is over. But, when children are involved, most parents strive to keep that conflict from causing significant harm to...

While going through a divorce can be stressful for spouses, it’s often a devastating experience for their children. That’s why most parents try to make the transition as easy as possible. Parents want to minimize the harm that continuing conflict can inflict on their...

The path through divorce proceedings is a winding and complex one. Disagreements over property, retirement funds and sentimental items can lead many people to do or say things they wouldn't have in less stressful situations. When child custody enters into the mix,...

Let’s face it: most marriages don’t end on good terms. You and your ex may have deep-rooted resentment towards one another and no desire to be involved in each other’s lives. However, if you have children together, severing all ties is unfortunately not an option. A...