When parents divorce, decisions about where the children will live can be the most complicated and emotional. There are several factors that parents and the courts must consider before settling on any arrangement. A child's preference could be one such factor....

Family dynamics can be incredibly complicated, especially when someone is struggling with substance abuse, mental health issues and other personal challenges. Relationships can become very strained, and legal interventions may become necessary if a child's welfare is...

When parents split up, there can be a lot of painful emotions and logistical challenges. These can create stress for parents, potentially leading to some unwise and harmful decisions. One such decision could be your ex trying to turn your child against you. Below are...

Any family legal matter involving children will primarily focus on solutions that are in the best interests of the kids. However, this can mean different things to different people, so it can help to know what the "best interests of the child" means in the legal...

In the state of Washington, physical and legal custody of a child usually belongs to the parents. There are cases, however, in which the court must intervene. When there are no competent adults in a child’s life or the child is in a situation where their physical or...

If you’ve filed for a divorce, and your children are going to be dividing their time between two households, you may have questions about how you’ll navigate your family through this change. While there’s no set list of instructions for how to co-parent in a shared...

Over the years, more and more studies have come out examining joint and sole custody – and their impacts on children. Many of these studies have found that a sole custody arrangement can often lead to negative outcomes for children. Development of coping skills Two...

Now that school is out for the summer, you and your ex have to figure out how to manage your children’s schedules while still working and juggling other responsibilities. Summer can be a hectic time – with camps, sporting events, vacations and other activities. Since...