Guest post by Magdalene Ellonardo In the City of Philadelphia (“City”), the City contracts out the certification of foster families to private agencies, of which Catholic Social Services (“CSS”) is one. Because CSS is an extension of the Catholic Church, it holds
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With many family court hearings being virtual, there are multiple things to consider before you log on to your court hearing. Knowing these tips can help you feel more comfortable, and show the Judge that you are prepared. Dressing the Part Dress
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In April, a new law for surrogacy became law in the District of Columbia. Prior to the passing of this new law, all parties to surrogacy agreements were subject to a fine up to $10,000 and a one year prison term. This
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I have heard of a few people already doing this. I thought it was an interesting idea – the kids stay in the home, while the parents move in/out based on the custody arrangement. I wonder if more families will start looking
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After a separation or divorce, many parents find themselves alone on Thanksgiving for the first time in a long time. Here are some tips to cope: Establish new traditions. Maybe you always hosted Thanksgiving dinner at your house and now you feel
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Fathers in prison facing high debt over child support will have the opportunity to “press pause” on their child support obligations. According to the Washington Post, the Obama administration announced new adjustments that will allow fathers to label their incarceration as “involuntary”
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For those who have not heard of it, DivorceHotel is a Netherlands based company for couples looking to have a vacation and divorce at the same time. The general idea is that instead of worrying about a long drawn out divorce proceeding,
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Some parents have distant relationships with their children. Sometimes the distance is caused by alienation, geographic location, parental bickering, or other reasons. Whatever the reason, it is up to the parent to take the first step to reconnect with the child. 1)
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Last week the Virginia Court of Appeals ruled that a father who used a turkey baster to impregnate a woman is more than a sperm donor, and thus has rights to be part of the minor child’s life. Two friends, Joyce Bruce
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Approximately 20 states are proposing laws that would change how custody is determined after separation or divorce. Generally the laws would encourage the maximum time for each parent. In New York and Washington, the laws are proposing equal time between parenting. Many
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