Child Custody

When the holidays get closer, divorced parents often wonder what the best plans are for the children. Do you and your ex simply plan one holiday get-together and let the kids open their Christmas presents? Is it better to have separate holiday celebrations in order to...

When it comes to visitation after a divorce or separation, your hope is likely that everything will go according to the visitation agreement you have with your child's other parent. Unfortunately, it doesn't always turn out that way. Do you have recourse when...

The holidays are among the most difficult times for divorced parents. Whether it's your first holiday season since your break-up or you've been dealing with split custody for awhile, there are some important things to remember. The key is to make the holidays fun and...

Parents who are not in a relationship but have children together have to work as a team to ensure their children are able to grow and thrive. One aspect of child custody that is difficult for children is the transition from one parent's home to the other parent's...

Divorce is difficult on all involved, no matter their ages, but for very young children, it can be especially confusing. Whether you are just thinking about the possibility of divorce or the paperwork has already been finalized, understanding the unique challenges...

Parents who are serving in the military still want to take care of their children. If a no-notice deployment occurs, the parent who is in the military might not have time to make arrangements for his or her children. For that reason, it is vital that all parents in...

While actress Kelly Rutherford has been very vocal in the media about her long custody battle over her children with ex-husband Daniel Giersch, those familiar with international custody laws are not surprised at the outcome of the case so far. The two children were...

Dating after a divorce is often a difficult experience in more ways than one, and if you have children, it can get even more challenging. It's normal for children to balk at the idea of one of their parents beginning to date again or entering into a new relationship...

While the temperatures are still giving little indication, fall is just around the corner, and that means back to school time. For divorced parents with children, this time of transition can be even more difficult if there is a disagreement over the education of the...

Those interested in international child custody cases have been keeping a close watch on the Kelly Rutherford custody battle, and a judge has finally ruled on whether the U.S. courts have jurisdiction over the case. According to reports, the actress and her ex-husband...