Adoption is a deeply personal and emotional journey for both parents and children. One of the most challenging questions adoptive parents may face is whether they are legally required to tell their child that they were adopted. Parents often wonder when or if they...
Family Law
Asking for the right of first refusal in custody cases
Separating or divorcing parents often bicker over custody arrangements. Understandably, each parent wants to spend as much time as possible with their kids. Unfortunately, some divorcing spouses try to use their child custody arrangements to punish their co-parent....
3 important technology issues to address in a parenting plan
Technology has the potential to make life infinitely easier. However, it also creates its own set of challenges and complications. Divorcing couples may find that technology can help them in a number of ways. The internet makes it easier than ever before to research...
How Pennsylvania courts decide child custody in divorce cases
One of the most important and often contentious issues to resolve during a divorce is child custody. If you’re in this situation, understanding how the court determines custody can help prepare you for the process. In Pennsylvania, the court’s primary focus is always...
Can one parent seek sole custody to alienate the other?
Losing custody is arguably every parent's worst fear when they start contemplating divorce or a breakup. They have heard stories of vindictive exes interfering in parent-child relationships. Especially when an adult has not acted as a primary caregiver, they may fear...
3 holiday tips for parents who share custody
Children are often a large part of why the holidays are meaningful for families. Parents often take great pleasure in creating a magical and memorable holiday experience for their children. It is only natural for parents to worry that a divorce resulting in shared...
Tips if your child is starting a new school after divorce
One of the most important dates in the calendar is the new school year. It can be particularly tough for those transitioning to a new school. If they are also having to deal with their parent’s divorce, then it will make it even harder for them. So, what can you do to...
3 times judges may give one parent more time with their children
People discussing shared custody often think of it as a 50/50 arrangement. They imagine that each parent has an equal amount of time with the children. While that may be the goal for any parents preparing for a divorce, it isn't necessarily what happens if they go to...
Tips for communicating directly with your co-parent
Co-parenting is an arrangement in which parents work closely as a team despite not being in a romantic relationship. Being able to communicate effectively is critical in these cases. Even though you may have a solid co-parenting relationship with your ex, there’s...
What to do if job loss affects your ability to pay child support
Losing your job can be a frightening experience – particularly when others are depending on your income. If you’re responsible for paying child support, your anxiety can be even greater after job loss because there’s likely a court order requiring you to pay a...