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There are two paths parents can take when initially pursuing child custody and child support. The first one is for married parents who are divorcing; the other is for unmarried parents. The laws that apply are essentially the same, but the procedures may vary. Filing...
In contentious divorces, child custody can become another battleground. While one or both sides may seek full custody, in most cases, they will often end up with joint legal custody. Full custody is relatively uncommon. When it is awarded, it is typically done after...
The prospect of a child custody hearing can be scary for parents if they haven’t settled their custody and parenting issues. A hearing is an issue-focused trial. There is no jury, but parties are present in a courtroom with their attorneys, and there is a judge who...
Child custody is often the top concern of parents getting a divorce. Many parents fear losing custody, visitation, and/or control over decisions involving their children. While every child custody case is different, the same basic rules apply. If you are considering...
Experts are often used in child custody cases to advise attorneys and/or testify on a relevant issue. While they can offer invaluable assistance in certain cases, they aren't always necessary. Many cases can be resolved without the involvement of an expert if the...
Years ago, the typical parenting time plan gave a noncustodial parent every other weekend with the children and a mid-week dinner or overnight stay. However, changes in how society views shared custody and flexibility in work schedules have altered what parents and...
When parents divorce, working out custody and parenting time can take significant time and effort. Unfortunately, their agreement may hit a snag if their child doesn't want to comply with the arrangements. Teenagers, in particular, may object to being told they must...
Perhaps one of the most stressful times during a divorce is the time between filing for divorce and when the divorce is actually finalized. A lot divorcing couples find this intermediate period stressful due to the level of uncertainty that comes with it. You may be...
In a Connecticut divorce involving minor children, the parties must have a Parenting Plan. In a Parenting Plan, child-related issues are addressed. These issues include a definition of legal custody, a parental access schedule, and other provisions such as...
On October 29, 2021, the FDA authorized the COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 and up. In many families, intact or not, the decision of whether to vaccinate their child is an important topic of discussion. In some families, the parents had different views on...
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