Family Law & Divorce Blog
Ways to Make Co-Parenting and Shared Joint Custody Work
There are few relationships more complex than those between co-parents. You divorced this person for a reason, yet they are still part of your life because of the child or children you share. You ended your partnership but are still partners in raising your children....
How to Protect Children from High Conflict Divorce
For parents, the health and well-being of their children is typically a primary concern during the divorce process. In a high-conflict divorce, these concerns are magnified, and for good reason. If not adequately shielded from the war waging between their parents,...
Factors that Determine the Effectiveness of Domestic Violence Legislation
Domestic violence invades the lives of people of all socio-economic statuses. It affects people from all walks of life and doesn't care about gender, culture, career field, or personality. Because it is so pervasive, creating effective legislation that protects...
How Divorce Changes a Man
Divorce is a complicated, emotional journey. It reshapes the lives of those involved, leaving a lasting mark on their lives. The divorcing spouses, children, in-laws, and friends are affected too. While the impact of divorce is unique to each individual, this...
How Domestic Violence Affects Mental Health
Domestic violence is a pervasive issue. It transcends geographic, economic, cultural, and other demographic boundaries. Every community has instances of domestic violence, and every community member suffers from the second and third-order effects of that violence. A...
How Does a Child’s Age Impact Custody Rulings in a Divorce?
Custody cases are complex by nature since a judge must weigh the well being of the child against the desires of every party involved. While many factors play into a judge's decision, read further to hear how, according to our readers, age plays into custody rulings....