Birdnesting, an innovative co-parenting arrangement, is gaining traction among separating and divorcing parents who are seeking to minimize disruption in their children’s lives. This approach involves the children staying in the family home while the parents alternate living there according to a set schedule. When this arrangement progresses in a healthy way, it can help to ensure that children’s living situation remains stable even as their family dynamics evolve. Birdnesting can be a viable option for some families, but it requires careful consideration of various factors to determine if it ..read more

Co-parenting is changing as the years go by. And one of the factors resulting in this change is the advancement of technology. Co-parents are now able to do things that were not possible in the past. These include: Easily access documents  Documentation is crucial in co-parenting. You need to have access to your child’s documents, including their birth certificate, school reports, medical records and so on. Before technology, co-parents had to meet to exchange documents or make numerous copies. But technology is changing this. Numerous platforms allow co-parents to upload documents on the ..read more

It can be difficult for parents to adjust after divorce. Not only will the household likely have changed but so too will the time you get to spend with your children. Perhaps you are worried about balancing your career and parental responsibilities post-divorce. Here are a few tips that might help. Getting the right custody agreement in place Divorce has traditionally been viewed as an adversarial process, but this approach doesn’t benefit parents or their children. It’s important that both parents manage their expectations realistically and make custody requests that they can handle. For exam ..read more

Alimony will be ordered in some divorce cases, and the length can vary from one divorce to the next. Rhode Island allows for indefinite alimony in some cases, or there may be a strict deadline, such as alimony payments for the next five years. It is the court that determines how much alimony should be paid and how long those payments will last. To understand what the court is looking for and what they are likely to rule, consider the end goal of alimony itself: Limiting unfair economic effects from a divorce. What would be an unfair impact? This doesn’t necessarily mean that the impact of divo ..read more

Virtual visitation, which is an arrangement wherein parents use digital technology to communicate with their children, has become increasingly common as co-parents leverage every resource at their disposal to co-parent effectively in the digital age. If you have not yet integrated virtual visitation terms into your parenting plan, there are numerous reasons why you may want to consider doing so.  While this approach to parenting time can be particularly beneficial in situations where parents live far apart, or when circumstances such as work schedules or health issues make physical parent ..read more

Setting property division priorities before you divorce is an important step in navigating the often complex and emotionally charged process of ending your marriage. Thoughtfully prioritizing your approach to the asset division process can help in achieving a fair and satisfactory division of your marital estate. Before you start crafting your priorities, however, you’ll need to determine if any of the assets that you think of as jointly owned are technically separate property. Separate property is not subject to division in the event that you litigate your divorce, although you and your spous ..read more

If you’re going through a divorce, then one of the things that you may need to discuss is your child custody rights.  This is split into two parts. Legal custody is a parent’s right to decide how their child is raised. This may include whether they go to private school, have a religious upbringing, undergo medical examinations or are put on restricted diets. Physical custody is a parent’s right to have their child reside with them, which often includes sheltering, clothing, feeding and maintaining a child’s daily routine.  Parents get legal and physical custody depending on a child c ..read more

When the marriage is over and divorce is on the horizon, one of the most contentious matters that the couple must resolve is how they will share the assets they acquired while married. Of course, money matters can be quite challenging to maneuver because a lot of factors have to be considered. Divorce and finances become even more overwhelming when one party is not being forthright and is purposefully trying to avoid disclosing their real financial situation. It’s important to understand that this amounts to hiding marital assets, and it comes with consequences. So, what do you do if your spou ..read more

Constructing a holiday plan is an essential co-parenting concern that requires careful consideration and cooperation. The holiday season can be a sensitive time, and having a well-thought-out plan can better ensure that it’s enjoyable for both parents and children alike.  If you and your child’s other parent do not yet have a holiday plan in place, there are several considerations that you’ll want to evaluate before committing to any particular approach. This holiday plan can be integrated into your parenting plan with the help of a lawyer so that its terms are enforceable from now on.&nb ..read more

Social media plays a big part in our daily activities. We use it to keep up with friends and family, find new recipes and decorating ideas, and discover events in our community. But, if you are in the middle of a child custody case, you may want to reconsider your online activities. Social media dos and don’ts When determining what’s in a child’s best interest and custody, the court considers several factors, such as: Parenting ability Physical and emotional health of the parent The parent-child bond Substance abuse Our social media posts provide information in these areas, so courts are incre ..read more