One of the most complex and often controversial parts of child custody is determining what to do with toddlers as their parents split up. It can be easier with younger children, who have no opinions, or with older children, who can make their opinions and desires...
Child Custody
Child custody: What should North Carolina parents wear to court?
When you decided to file for divorce, you undoubtedly understood that you'd have to resolve numerous legal issues regarding your children. Then, when you decided to request child custody, you may have begun to feel a bit anxious about court proceedings, especially if...
Reasons you can ask to move with your child
Married parents or single parents with sole custody can move whenever they want. For those who share custody, such as after a divorce, there is a further requirement. They may need to ask the court for permission to move.The reasoning is that moving your child to...
Questions about birthday parties for your child after divorce
After you get divorced, your child is still going to hit all sorts of milestones. They're going to have birthdays, graduations, enjoy the holidays, get a diver's license and much more. You and your ex need to figure out how you're going to handle these events and...
What do different types of child custody mean for your family?
As a parent, one of your main concerns during a divorce is making sure your child has the support and stability he or she needs. In many cases, this means allowing minor children to maintain strong relationships with both parents after a divorce. There are different...
Does your child get to decide on custody?
When getting divorced and deciding what to do about child custody, most parents naturally think about what they would like the custody arrangement to be. But how much say does your child actually have? After all, you're discussing where they are going to live. Do they...
Mediation has an increasing role in child custody cases
If you've put a lot of time and effort into your family's happiness, it can feel like a cruel twist of fate if a divorce or similar event pits your desires against those of a former partner or spouse. A lot of touchstones in American society point to harsh and lengthy...
North Carolina social services department under fire over custody
It is a fundamental part of parenthood for mother and fathers alike that they do not want to be separated from their children. Even parents who must be isolated from their kids in hospitals and similar places feel an itch that doesn't go away until they can be with...
Making co-parenting work for you and your teen
There is nothing quite like the experience of raising a teenager, which can be both challenging and rewarding. But some of those challenges can seem much bigger when you are divorced. Learning how to effectively co-parent with an ex-spouse might be one of the biggest...
Are child custody issues the cause of your child’s tummy ache?
Like all good parents in North Carolina and beyond, your children's best interest is your highest priority. You've no doubt experienced times in your parenting journey where you've had to make decisions that you knew were not going to make your kids happy, but you...