Your marriage fell apart because your spouse turned out to be someone different from the person you thought you had married. You are filing for divorce and what you want most of all is to get your spouse out of your life and never have to see them again. There is only...
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The dos and don’ts of fighting for child custody in Kentucky
Some parents in Louisville, Kentucky, agree on child custody and visitation issues. However, these parents are likely in the minority. Unfortunately, many parents cannot reach an agreement in child-related matters, at least not right away. You both want time with your...
Your ex may be a better parent after your divorce
It is safe to assume that people agree, at least in theory, that fathers can be just as good at parenting as their female counterparts are. Still, when divorce lands on the table, many mothers worry about child custody. Many mothers worry more about the parenting...
Can you take your child with you when you move after divorce?
When you need to move after a divorce, one of the questions you may have is if you’ll be able to move with your child. In some cases, you may be able to, but not all. When considering relocating with your child, you need to ask yourself first if it’s in the best...
3 instances when the court may modify child custody arrangement
When a family court makes a ruling on child custody, that judgment is both binding and enforceable. This means that both parents are expected to honor the terms of custody arrangement unless the court approves a modification. However, circumstances can change for one...
Is virtual visitation the right option for you?
As a parent, you want to be with your children as much as possible but know that it is often impossible. You may have a busy schedule and realize that you won’t be the primary caretaker. At the same time, you want to have as much custody as possible. How can you see...
2 tools that can make co-parenting easier for your family
Disagreements during shared custody are incredibly common. No matter how good your intentions may be, your emotions may get the better of you while co-parenting with your ex. You could get into arguments that turn into fights when exchanging custody or start fighting...
What are the best custody approaches when parents live in different states?
Many parents want nothing more than to move somewhere else and start their lives anew after they divorce or split -- but that’s not easy to do when you share children with your ex-spouse. If you want approval to move out of the state with your child, you’ll need to...
Do you need a parenting coordinator in your custody case?
You had a high-conflict marriage, and you’re going through a high-conflict divorce. More than anything, you’re worried about the effect of all this conflict on your children (especially since most of the conflicts are over them). When divorcing parents are constantly...
Preparing for your child’s summer vacation with your co-parent
If you have primary custody of your child, and your co-parent typically sees them only during vacations because they live some distance away, then you’re probably getting somewhat nervous as summer nears. The upcoming extended time with their other parent can be a...
