You and your spouse likely both want the best for your child. However, during and after an adversarial divorce, you find yourselves struggling to see eye-to-eye on what that looks like or how to get there. To help you set aside the conflict for the benefit of your...
Child Custody
How can you deal with a manipulative co-parent?
When you notice your ex-spouse continually lying and using manipulative tactics to get his or her way, then you may worry that there is no effective method to solving this problem. Learning about how manipulation works and how to deal with it can help you as you...
A judge does not always award joint custody
If you are facing a child custody battle, you may be wondering what it will entail. If you and your soon-to-be-ex-spouse cannot come to an agreement about custody, the court will make the decision for you. A judge considers what is best for the child above any other...
Claiming children as dependents when custody is shared
Family law judges in New York and around the country tend to favor shared physical child custody whenever possible because research shows that children fare better following a divorce when they spend significant time with both of their parents. While these...
Features of the Hague Abduction Convention
Abduction cases involving a parent who takes their child to another country can be devastating to New York families. Fortunately, the United States, among other countries, is a member of the Hague Abduction Convention treaty, which protects children from international...
What is sole legal custody and why is it important?
Most courts in New York prefer to award parents joint custody so that the child can continue to have a relationship with both parents. However, if one parent is abusive, it's in the other parent's best interest to seek sole custody of their child. As they fight for...
How might divorce affect your kids?
Many parents who face divorce share concern over the effect their divorce could have on their children. There is no denying that children usually thrive with routine and stability, which are usually impacted by divorce. However, most children fare better than parents...
3 reasons to avoid badmouthing your ex in front of your child
If you are going through divorce, it is natural to have some negative feelings toward your soon-to-be ex-spouse. Talking about these feelings can be a healthy way to help you manage them. It may be beneficial to lean on a trusted person, such as a therapist, parent,...
Parallel parenting may protect kids from parental conflict
After your divorce, collaborating with your spouse may be the last thing you want to do. Unfortunately, if you and your ex have young children together, communication and collaboration may be necessary for the foreseeable future.Many parents who share custody of their...
Frequent communication can help your teen handle your divorce
Your teenager can get pretty moody on any given day. If you and your ex are going through a divorce, it can make things even worse. What can you do to make things easier for them?A recent study published in the Journal of Family Issues shows that consistent...