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For many children, the Fourth of July means fireworks, sparklers, parades, cookouts, and ice cream. While those traditions are certainly part of the celebration, Independence Day also offers parents an opportunity to teach children about our nation’s history, the importance of freedom, and the value of spending meaningful time together.

For divorced parents, holidays can sometimes feel different than they once did. The good news is that children rarely remember whether a celebration was elaborate—they remember whether they felt loved, included, and connected. Whether this year’s holiday falls during your parenting time or you are sharing the day with your co-parent, the Fourth of July can become a cherished tradition for your family.

What Should Parents Tell Their Children?

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Every year, the National Park and Recreation Association celebrates national parks and green spaces throughout the United States. This July, National Park and Recreation Month is themed around “the power of” parks and recreation. Continue reading →

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By Carolyn J. Woodruff, JD, CPA, CVA

Father’s Day is much more than another date on the calendar. It is an opportunity to celebrate the men who guide, protect, teach, and love their children every day. Whether a father is married, divorced, remarried, or raising children as a single parent, the impact of an engaged father is profound. At Woodruff Family Law Group, we see firsthand how important healthy father-child relationships are to a child’s emotional well-being, especially during times of family transition.

Things to Do with Dad in Greensboro

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By Carolyn J. Woodruff, JD, CPA, CVA

The new film Michael has renewed public interest in one of the most influential entertainers in history. Audiences will undoubtedly leave theaters talking about the music, the performances, and the controversies that surrounded Michael Jackson’s life. As an experienced family lawyer in the Triad, Greensboro, and Guilford County, I was inspired by the movie to write this blog about domestic violence. Continue reading →

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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 are a few ways you can thrive this holiday season and make treasured memories that will last a lifetime. Continue reading →

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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, maturity, and ability to understand the implications of such a decision may impact a court’s willingness to consider the child’s preferences. Continue reading →

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Wasting a court’s time and resources can lead to hefty fines and other penalties for parties who file bad faith complaints. Attorney fees are often awarded in cases where the court determines the plaintiff or other moving party filed their claim in bad faith. Continue reading →

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By Paul K Mengert, II, JD

Moving out is not a good first step to divorce.

Moving out can seem like the obvious first step to ending an unhealthy relationship. But moving out has many potential repercussions for married individuals in North Carolina, making it an impulsive and bad decision. Continue reading →

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