The holidays are an exciting time to get together with family and celebrate being together, but for a single parent it can be full of challenges. Whether you have a great co-parenting relationship or a tumultuous one, you can still make the holidays a time of happiness and cheer. Here…
The holidays are a season of giving. We shop for our children, cook up incredible feasts to share with loved ones, decorate our homes to spread joy, and often make end-of-year contributions to our favorite charities. But in the hustle and bustle that comes with December, it’s easy to overlook…
There are numerous factors courts must consider when making custody and visitation determinations, but the preeminent factor is the best interest of the child. In some cases, courts may weigh the child’s preference as part of their overall considerations, but this is handled on a case-by-case basis. The child’s age,…
Summer is the best time of year; schools are out, you get to spend time with your kids, and the weather is great! However, the summer months can be tricky for divorced parents since there are often custody agreements to consider. The good news is that there are tons of…
Among the most complex issues involved in divorce cases is the distribution of retirement benefits through the entry of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs). Retirement plans that are governed by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) must be divided by QDROs, and alternate payees of such plans can be…
Fathers Day is a beautiful holiday when your children get to celebrate their dad. You work hard all year long to make sure they’re happy and healthy, and this is a day for them to show you how much they appreciate everything you do. However, if you’re divorced or going…
May is National Pet Month, when we celebrate the special role pets play in our families and in our hearts. Divorce is rarely a smooth process, but when children or pets are involved, things can get nasty quickly. While custody arrangements around children often involve splitting time between the two…
Mother’s Day is supposed to be a time of celebration and connection when we honor the women who brought us into this world and raised us. But for mothers in the midst of a custody dispute, enjoying the holiday can be much more complicated both emotionally and logistically. Whether you’re…
Which filing status is the best option for you on your federal income tax return this year? More than one may apply, such as deciding with your spouse whether to file jointly or separately, but if you plan on filing as head of household, you must be sure you meet…
Spring break is an opportunity to spend quality time with your kids as they enjoy a break from the grind of school. Some families plan vacations or extravagant activities, but for those going through a custody dispute, finding fun things to do can be tricky. From monetary concerns to temporary…