Child Custody

There are several reasons you might want to fly overseas with your kids after divorcing. Perhaps you want to go and see relatives, maybe the kids are competing in an international competition, or maybe you just fancy a holiday. In all cases, it’s important to realize...

If parents are given joint custody of their children after a divorce, then they likely have a custody arrangement. This arrangement gives each parent specific dates and times when they have custody of their children and are responsible for attending to their daily...

While child custody cases often arise through divorce, there can be other reasons. For example, an individual may just have found out that they are the child's biological parent.  For the most part, the courts in Connecticut deem it in the child's best interests for...

Summer break is often a cherished time for children because they finally get time to take a break from their studies, have fun and spend quality time with family. However, as the days grow shorter and the leaves begin to change, school reopening draws nearer....

There are few legal issues more contentious than child custody cases. The reason why these cases are often so highly contested is that both parents have the best interests of the child at heart, but do not agree on exactly what this is. To further add to the mix, the...

One of the most stressful elements of co-parenting is that each parent – essentially – has zero (immediate) control over what happens during their ex’s parenting time. As such, people often worry about their co-parents taking their children to inappropriate places,...

Ending a relationship with a narcissist is often difficult, but you may find it even more challenging if you have children with that individual. One thing that’s difficult is that you can’t just cut ties and never speak to them again. Because a narcissist is so...

The turbulent waters of child custody negotiations can complicate a divorce in many ways. They often bring hidden fears or concerns parents may have about their kids to the surface, manifesting in unexpected ways. Some parents even refuse to cooperate, a perhaps...

Moving on after a separation or divorce is a natural part of the healing process. However, when children are involved, the introduction of a new romantic partner can introduce complexities to one’s situation, particularly regarding child custody arrangements. The...

Co-parenting after a separation or divorce has its challenges. Even though there is no longer a marital partnership, former couples who share children must maintain some sort of relationship. It's crucial to understand that, despite personal feelings, fostering a...