Child Support After 18 in the District of Columbia

In the District of Columbia, child support continues until the age of 21 or until the minor child is deemed emancipated. This law creates some unique situations.  Courts cannot decide custody for children over 18, but child support is still on the
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You Have Been Served… On Facebook

In September, a New York court approved service of process via Facebook in a child support case.   The father attempted to serve the mother at her house, but she no longer lived there, and had left no forwarding address.  Neither she
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Children’s Birthday Parties Post Divorce

A child’s upcoming birthday can cause anxiety for newly divorced or separated parents.  The parents are maintaining two separate households, yet each parent wants to be part of the birthday celebration.  What are the options? A Shared Birthday Party Many couples have
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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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The Difference Between Legal Separation and Divorce

The end of a marriage is a difficult time.  Some couples who are considering divorce, first file for legal separation as a trial run.  Divorce proceedings legally dissolve the marriage.  Legal separation allows the parties to lead separate lives but remain married.
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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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