Do I Qualify for Spousal Support?

Obtaining spousal support is one of the trickier aspects of most divorce agreements. While it seems obvious that children under a certain age require support from both parents, it isn’t always so clear whether a spouse is deserving or in need of financial support from their ex after the divorce is finalised. If you are…

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Reaching a Custody Agreement When Parents Live in Different States

When a child’s parents are separated or divorced and live in different states, maintaining close bonds with both parents can become complicated. Even if both parents have agreed to peacefully work towards what is in the child’s best interest, reaching an official custody agreement is complex when there is significant distance involved. The court must…

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Navigating Disagreements Over Parenting Practices

If you are co-parenting with your ex-spouse, you know just how difficult it can be to navigate any disagreement over how your child should be parented. When you were married, you and your ex had an interest in working towards compromise for the well being of your children and your marriage. Now that you are…

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Can My Child Choose Who They Live With After a Divorce?

In our experience working with parents as they navigate child custody and child support agreements, we have realized that a lot of misconceptions exist about the laws concerning child custody arrangements. One such misconception is a child’s right to choose who they live with. Some parents assume that, after a certain age, their child can…

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My Child Was Arrested for Shoplifting, Now What?

As parents, we do our best to teach our children the difference between right and wrong. Even so, our teens may fall in with a bad crowd, or make a poor choice during a difficult time of their life. If your child has been arrested for shoplifting, we know this is a time filled with…

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