Child Custody

There are few conversations more difficult for parents than telling their children they are divorcing. There is no perfect way to share this news, and how you handle the discussion can impact your children’s emotional well-being. By approaching this conversation with...

Disputes about custody orders are relatively common. In cases where couples had to litigate custody disagreements, both spouses may ultimately feel dissatisfied with the terms set by the courts. The courts could end up hearing endless requests to adjust custody...

When summer break arrives, children’s schedules change. During the school year, even if both coparents work, the children are typically in class while the parents are at their place of employment. This can make it easy to set up a custody schedule that works for...

Understanding the terminology for child custody matters can help parents better assert themselves. They need to understand the law and standard procedure in family court to become effective advocates for their children. Most parents share custody. The parents may...

Child custody disputes can present obstacles to parents seeking stability for their children. Navigating Georgia's laws requires preparation, knowledge and a forward-looking mindset. How can divorcing parents be equipped to tackle custody challenges? The burden of...

The advancement of technology is changing how things are done, including co-parenting. It's becoming more manageable for co-parents to perform numerous tasks with the help of apps, messaging platforms and virtual meeting tools. So, how can you and your co-parent...

Parallel parenting is often misunderstood, leading some parents to dismiss it as a last resort or assume it is an inherently negative arrangement. In reality, it can be a practical and effective arrangement for families dealing with high conflict after separation or...

Parenting plans often include a variety of terms for both parents. One of these is referred to as the first right of refusal, which is a rule that allows the parent who isn’t physically with the child at the time to care for the child during the other parent’s...

When going through a custody battle, it's easy to assume both parents are fighting because they deeply care about their children's well-being. But when one of those parents is a narcissist, the reality can be far more manipulative and harmful. Narcissistic co-parents...

If you’re a parent and divorcing, one of the hardest questions you might have is “where will my children end up?” It's an emotional process, and understandably, you want what’s best for your child.  Custody decisions can feel overwhelming and confusing, especially...