When most people think of child custody, they think of divorce. In the divorce process, parents reach an agreement about where children will live, how the children will be financially supported, and how much time each parent will spend with the children. If the...
Yes. If you have joint-custody of a child and one of you decide to relocate, it can impact your custody agreement. The relocating parent might not be allowed to move the child with them. If one parent is in opposition, you will have to settle it out in court. If a...
There are approximately 1.49 million people in federal and state prison. More than 50 percent of those inmates have one or more children under the age of 18, leaving an estimated 2.7 million children with a parent incarcerated. In addition, a 2003 study estimated that...
Most modern family law courtrooms prefer joint physical custody when possible. The courts prefer to see children spend significant time with each parent, allowing them to maintain positive relationships after divorce or separation. A child visitation schedule called a...
Every child deserves to have both parents playing an active role in their lives. As a father, your rights can be questioned in a number of different situations, whether you are going through a divorce, are already divorced, or were never married, you have a right to...
If you are a grandparent who has been denied access to your own grandchildren, you have the right to fight for visitation. Be aware that the guiding principle of all family law court judges is what is in the children’s best interest, so be prepared to prove that...
