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No custody arrangement works as well as an intact family. Inevitably there is some loss as a result of the divorce. Every arrangement has benefits and drawbacks for each family member. While everyone’s concerns need to be considered, parents need to maintain their focus on what is in the best interests of the children. When […]
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We have already discussed the role of children’s preferences in courtroom custody fights. But what if you are developing an agreement outside of court? How do you incorporate your child’s desires into your thinking without putting too much pressure on them? First of all, it is important to step back and remember that children need […]
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Hopefully we’ve convinced you that having a judge decide custody for you is to be avoided if at all possible. The question now is what custody arrangement makes the most sense for your family. As you read more about each custody option you will best be able to determine what fits. In a later section […]
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During the course of our many years of trying custody cases, we have learned a great deal about how to make the system work to achieve what our client believes is in the best interest of their child. A lot of that knowledge is legal skill that you will need to rely on your lawyer […]
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Some couples are unable to agree on how to handle custody and must go to court to resolve the matter. Others initially agree, but issues arise that they are unable to settle. Many couples decide to settle only after getting an understanding of what a court custody fight is really like. For these reasons, it […]
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If you have a shattered relationship with your spouse and you feel you will be unable to resolve all of the issues of your divorce outside of court, focus your efforts on trying to agree on custody first. A courtroom custody fight should be avoided if at all possible. Make sure you consider the options […]
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The emotional stress of dealing with child custody is exacerbated by its terminology. To many people, the word “custody” brings to mind property ownership or jail. Others think of classic win/lose custody battles they may have seen in movies. To make matters worse, the parent without custody is given “visitation.” This gives the impression that […]
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Divorce does not end your responsibility to care for your children. Most parents acknowledge this fundamental concept, and genuinely wish to provide for their children. These positive feelings make the negotiation of child support one of the least contentious issues in divorce. That said, it still takes work to agree on the specifics of child […]
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Of all the issues involved in divorce, child custody is usually the most emotionally charged. Even so, in almost all cases, couples are able to compromise on custody without forcing this issue into court. In many families one parent has been the primary caregiver throughout the child’s life; and the parties agree that this caregiver […]
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When you begin to think about separating from your spouse, you will need to consider very carefully how your property will be divided. During the course of your marriage, however short it might have been, the two of you have likely accumulated some amount of stuff: both the obvious, tangible stuff—such as a house, cars, […]
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