Category Archives: Child Custody Visitation
Relocation and Child Custody
Natalie Portman and Benjamin Millepied have, reportedly, finalized their divorce after a very public scandal rocked their eleven-year marriage. The pair had been married for nearly twelve years, share two children together, and had been living in France. No report has been made of either party seeking to move away from the area in… Read More »
What Happens to Child Custody Orders When Kids Turn 18?
The date that children will no longer be beholden to follow the terms of a custody order is not ALWAYS simply the date that the child turns eighteen and gains the legal protections of their adult status. This article highlights some key things for parents to remember about when and how custody orders might… Read More »
Defending Against Motions to Modify Child Custody
The details going into child custody and visitation rights are very often the biggest hang-ups in divorce cases being settled and finalized. Parents are willing to fight tooth and nail to make sure their child is taken care of and has everything they need for a stable, happy life. But the reality is, custody… Read More »
What Judges Look at When Determining Child Custody
When it comes to a divorce and the child custody questions that can come with that, you should expect that the court’s overriding interest is going to be endeavoring to ensure that the child’s best interests are met. In making their considerations, you can expect a judge to consider a number of common factors…. Read More »
How Do Custody Cases Work for International Couples?
Few couples have been able to join the fandoms of pop music and gritty other-worldly fantasy tomes. But if ever that cross-section did exist, it was with the pairing of Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner. Ms. Turner is a respected British actress, best known for her role as the character of Sansa in the… Read More »
International Custody and Move Away Requests
The divorce case of Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas continues to dominate headlines as the respected actress and boy band musician take the initial steps toward the dissolution of their marriage. While little to nothing has been released from Ms. Turner’s camp regarding her plans for the future since the divorce, the Game of… Read More »
Can Stay-At-Home Dads get full custody of Kids?
Society is changing. The idea of the traditional roles that are served in the “traditional” family are challenged every day. As social norms and the idea of gender roles continue to change and evolve, new questions are also arising. The world is pretty familiar with the idea of stay-at-home moms: but how does the… Read More »
Avoidable Mistakes in Child Custody Cases
Many believe there is nothing more important than family. This makes divorce and child custody cases all the more difficult. You are facing the prospect of your life changing in more ways than one. Some families even stay together longer than they really should, for the fear a parent may have about not being… Read More »
Britney Spears Consents to Children Moving – Relocation and Child Custody
Life happens. The place you end up – or would like to end up – is not necessarily the same location you were in when your divorce and/or custody agreement was settled. But when you have a child and you are going through a divorce or otherwise have a custody agreement in place, moving… Read More »
What is “Reasonable” Parenting Time in California?
Custody, also known as “parenting time” in California, is always a hot topic when parents of underage children file for divorce. Frequently, parents put off divorce actions because they do not want to deal with the issue of exchanging custody with their spouse. While many families are able to work out situations that maintain… Read More »