Back to School Tips for Non-Custodial Parents

As the school year approaches, there are questions many parents have about the new school year.  If you recently went to court and received a custody order, there are a few things that non-custodial parents should keep in mind. 1 – Ensure
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Guidelines For Children’s Personal Belongings

When parents of minor children end their relationship, there are often questions about what to do about the children’s personal belongings.  If the minor child is spending some time with each parent, here are some considerations both parents should keep in mind:
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What Are Your Parental Rights Without a Court Order?

A question I get often is what are my parental rights if there is no custody order in place? In most states, the answer is it depends. If you were married to the other parent, and are listed on the child’s birth
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I Don’t….. Divorce Parties on the Rise

Divorce rates are high, and so divorce has recently lost its stigma as a failure.  Instead of being embarrassed or devastated, many people are looking at it in a positive light.  Divorce parties are creating the atmosphere of optimism and rebirth –
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Risks of Ignoring Child Support Orders

Child support is often a tense subject between parents.  However, once a court order is in place, it is imperative that you follow the order and make your payments on time.  Failing to abide by the court order can result in major
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Custody Battle: Who Gets the Embryo?

With the technology of in vitro fertilization, the dreams of many men and women to become parents have come true.  That’s made a lot of families happy.  However, when parents decide to divorce, the situation becomes tricky.  In a custody battle –
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Tax Considerations of Divorce

There are a number of tax considerations that need to be reviewed during and after a divorce. These decisions can have an impact on your financial future and your children.   To avoid unexpected surprises and financial hardship, you should keep the
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Keeping Two Happy Homes – Helpful Apps For Separate Households

With the abundance of applications for smartphones, it only makes sense to utilize some apps to make parenting from two households easier.  Generally, parents who manage themselves well, end up having fewer problems with their children.  Here are a few apps that
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We Can Work It Out – Separation and Settlement Agreements

When two parties separate, they should consider negotiating a separation and property settlement agreement so they can avoid going through a trial.  If the parties can work it out, the end result will be an agreement that outlines the terms of settlement. 
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