The divorce procedure can be trying on all members of the family. One of the most important aspects to settle during the process is child custody. Generally, the best interests of the child are a top priority for both parents as well as the courts. A parenting plan is...
Family Law
3 issues you need to consider when planning for shared custody
Sharing custody with your ex is a sure way to have conflict with one another even after you divorce. Even the most rational and tolerant parents will struggle to interact positively with one another when sharing custody. There are certain issues that tend to more...
Why shared parenting isn’t just good for your kids
Now that shared parenting is the norm, there are far fewer battles over custody these days -- but what’s a parent to do when they aren’t used to being separated from their children half the time? It’s okay to mourn the changes in your life, but you shouldn’t get stuck...
How hard should you fight in a custody case?
You are divorcing your partner of several years and need to decide what happens to your minor children. You’ve seen friends fight tooth and nail over custody and wonder if you will need to do the same -- or if you should. It depends. Ideally, you and your spouse put...
How does custody work in New York?
If you have children, it is essential to understand that the more conflict in your divorce, the more damaging it can be to them. That does not mean that you should never pursue divorce litigation. Sometimes it is the only way to get a fair outcome. Yet, if you can...