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Co-parenting can be difficult for any former couple. However, it can be particularly challenging for parents that share a special needs child. A special needs child is going to need more structure and routine than other children. Therefore, conversations must delve...
Mediation is a helpful technique in which two parties can come together with a mediator to discuss any divorce-related disputes they’re going through. They will discuss each person’s goals and see if there are any areas in which they overlap. For situations involving...
Americans are marrying later in life than they once did. This matters because many of them are coming into marriages further along into their careers or with their own businesses in tow. As you're likely aware, some of the most complex property division disputes...
When you and your spouse are divorcing with minor children involved, the kids are the ones most affected by the situation. To some degree, a divorce will adversely affect the entire family, simply because it upsets the apple cart. Even when the home has been full of...
When you set up your custody schedule and parenting plan, one of the things you should talk about with your ex-spouse is how to handle travel. Are you okay with the other parent traveling out of the state or out of the country with your child? If so, what do they need...
Divorcing parents are much more aware of the effect of their words and behavior on their children than parents of previous generations were when they divorced. Criticizing or saying negative things about your co-parent can seriously damage the self-esteem of a child...
Divorcing couples often choose to follow mediation as a conflict-free path. They understand that many negotiations must be resolved through the process, but the third-part facilitator is specifically trained to foster positive, productive conversations from start to...
When children are involved, the divorcing couple will devote significant time and effort into ensuring the kids are protected and taken care of in the future. From child support to child custody, parents will work together through mediation or litigation to develop a...
Whether your divorce process centers on mediation, negotiation or litigation, you will face numerous negotiations and compromises along the way. Disputes must be resolved regarding several types of financial matters. From issues centering on support to those focused...
It is not uncommon for a divorcing couple to stray away from mediation because they do not have a thorough understanding of the process. In these situations, traditional courtroom litigation might seem more comforting. While every divorce is different, it is wise to...