Let's Talk Child Custody and Quarantines
Let's Talk Child Custody
When couples agree to divorce, one of the first questions that is often asked is: “Can I start dating?” The simple answer is yes you can, but there are things to keep in mind. Even after you’ve filed for divorce, you are...more
Parents often tell me that their individual therapist, former marriage counselor, or even their child’s therapist should have an opinion about the outcome of their custody case. They’ll ask why the judge cannot just speak to...more
In the first part of this series, we explored the various legal avenues available to grandparents seeking visitation with their grandchildren under Ohio law....more
One in four parents living with a child in the United States today are unmarried. Of these, 35% of all unmarried parents are living with a partner. In the event the relationship goes south, do unmarried fathers have rights...more
If you and your spouse are undergoing a divorce with children, there’s a good chance you are thinking about what kind of custody arrangement you will end up with. In Washington, we refer to these as “Residential Provisions”...more
Black letter law is that to change a child support Order, the person seeking a modification must show a substantial and continuing change of circumstances. But what is the standard if there is a custody agreement, even if the...more
The proper and legal use of medical marijuana treatment by a parent should not solely affect their custody proceeding. A parent is permitted to use marijuana in accordance with the law and pursuant to the doctor’s...more
We live in some extraordinary times; ones where citizens seem to think that they can or sometimes must take the law into their own hands. The idea that a parent could be guilty of a misdemeanor, let alone a felony, for...more
The Coronavirus has affected the lives of virtually every routine social interaction. Millions have lost jobs or are facing an uncertain financial future. The virus’s ravages have also spread into the family law arena. ...more