In a recent post, we highlighted the value divorced and separated parents can realize by planning in advance for the holiday season. With the upcoming school year beginning shortly, after school child care costs may be of concern, especially if one of the parents...
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Can I get a court order to pay for school costs
There are certain times of the year where the coming events tell you what month it is. For instance, a fireworks show typically signals Independence Day. Holiday displays signal a day in December, and the State Fair ending means that August is upon us. August also...
Co-Parenting pt. 1
When a relationship involving children ends (by divorce, separation, whether with or without marriage), co-parenting becomes an issue. We don't doubt that you have learned by now that life is complicated. Take a relationship on its own, for example. Enjoying the...
Can’t stop worrying about how divorce will impact your kids? Pt. 2
We began the sensitive but important discussion of protecting kids' best interests in a divorce in a prior post. While not one method of handling the issue will fit all family cases, we hope that some general advice on protecting children during the divorce process...
Would you take pizza instead of child support?
There are many ways food can improve our lives. It satiates hunger, brings people together and helps us feel healthier, happier, relaxed and even more loving. But can food replace money? Can pizza be used as a replacement for child support? According to an Italian...
My ex isn’t paying child support: What can I do?
Parents who receive child support depend on that money to help support and provide for their children. The children also depend on this support, as it creates a tangible link between them and a non-custodial parent and shows that the parent is contributing to their...
Preparing for a Child Support Modification
Over time, people and situations can change dramatically. Think of where you were in your life a few years ago. Now think about five years ago and 15 years ago. Chances are you are in a very different place today than you were at any of those points. Divorce,...
Temporary child support, custody arrangements
We often discuss the challenges that come with formal support orders after a divorce in this blog. We have examined options for modifying arrangements, enforcing parenting plans and figuring out resolutions to the many complications that can arise throughout the...
More struggles for Charlie Sheen: requesting support modification
Stories about celebrities are no longer confined to grocery store tabloids. Every time we browse the internet or open up Facebook, we can be inundated with stories about stars who, it is often noted, are just like us. For better or worse, this can be particularly...
Preparing for a Child Support Modification
Over time, people and situations can change dramatically. Think of where you were in your life a few years ago. Now think about five years ago and 15 years ago. Chances are you are in a very different place today than you were at any of those points. Divorce,...