When a divorcing couple cannot agree on how to co-parent, the court will have to step in and decide how things will go. Usually, everything is done with the best interests of the children in mind, and in most cases, the court will split custody between the parents....
Year: 2022
What should you look for in a guardian for your children?
As you do your estate planning, if you’re a young parent, one of your top priorities is probably just picking a guardian for your children. They are still minors and they will be for a long time, so you need to know that another parental figure can step in and raise...
How to update your will after a divorce
You may think that finalizing your divorce is the last step in ending your life as a married couple. However, an important step you can afford to overlook is updating your will and entire estate plan. If you don’t do this, you may find your ex-spouse is still listed...
Why you should avoid social media during your divorce
Social media offers a great outlet for people who want to waste some time or keep up with family and friends who live far away. However, it’s not the best outlet to use for your feelings when going through a divorce. While it may be tempting to post all your thoughts...
What is a power of attorney?
As you start working on developing your estate plan, one term you’re going to hear and see a lot is “power of attorney” (POA). Most people aren’t entirely sure what that is. They often think a POA is a person. It’s not. A POA is a document. It gives someone who’s...
Co-parenting considerations for a child with an eating disorder
It’s always important for divorcing spouses who will be co-parenting children to find a way to work together amicably for their kids’ best interests. When a child is suffering from an eating disorder, it’s particularly crucial. Eating disorders are unlike many medical...
If you don’t have children, do you need an estate plan?
Every family dynamic is different and unique. Some people have several children, while others opt to foster or adopt. Having children is not a priority for everyone, and in some cases, it simply isn’t possible. Estate planning documents tend to be flexible to...
Flexibility and communication for summer custody
Child custody in the summer can get more complicated than it does during the school year. There is simply more stress on your time and you have the children at home for a few months, rather than in the classroom. This can be taxing for co-parents, especially if they...
Can you leave money in your will to a caregiver?
America has an aging population, and many seniors rely on professional caregivers to retain their independence and remain in their homes instead of going into long-term nursing care. It’s only natural to feel a strong connection to a caregiver who has been with you...
What’s the relationship between child support and visitation?
Your ex wasn’t exactly a great spouse, and they’re not turning out to be the world’s best co-parent, either. Sure, they’re fantastic at showing up with armloads of presents for the kids, and they seem to enjoy being the “fun” parent, but they’re short on...