You’ve always got your boat—the one place to escape, unwind, and feel at peace on the open water. But when your marriage relationship started to decline, your boat suddenly became a point of contention. One day, amid a heated argument, your soon-to-be ex-wife proclaimed, “I’m taking the boat!” That’s when the fear sets in. Could…

One of the most difficult things about divorce when children are involved is working out visitation schedules. While child custody can be a complex legal issue, in most cases, co-parenting ensures both parents can maintain a loving relationship with their child post-divorce. That is, of course, unless your child refuses visitations. When a child refuses…

When your sister passed away unexpectedly, you were faced with a complex and emotional decision: should you seek guardianship of your niece, or would it be better to pursue custody? While both options would allow you to care for the child, you quickly realize you don’t fully understand the distinction between guardianship and custody. Many…

Imagine sitting across from your soon-to-be ex-spouse in an asset division session. You’re going through the usual list of assets—home, cars, savings accounts, etc.—when suddenly, the phrase “No, not my Bitcoins!” gets thrown into the mix. You pause, realizing digital assets are as tangible and valuable as the house or cars you’re fighting over. In…

Let’s face it—when the only thing you and your spouse still agree on is your mutual hatred for each other, the writing is on the wall that your marriage is on the rocks. Perhaps you both know the marriage has run its course, but here you are, choosing to avoid that difficult conversation and delay…

It’s safe to say that no one goes into a marriage and builds a family with the thought that they someday would end up divorced and raising children on their own. Being a solo parent is a significant and sometimes overwhelming job, but implementing a few key time management tips can help alleviate the stress…

Amid their divorce, a busy young couple couldn’t agree on much at all. However, they were determined to keep their co-parenting relationship as congenial and collaborative as possible for the sake of their young son. One of the challenges they both faced, however, was figuring out how to manage those unexpected work trips or personal…

You’re in the middle of a difficult divorce. Emotions are running high, and then, out of the blue, you’re served with a protective order. Shocked and confused, you read through the document only to insist the accusations are false. You’ve never acted violently or threatened your spouse or the kids, yet here you are. Facing…

Maintaining good records is essential when facing any legal dispute, especially during a turbulent divorce or child custody dispute. After all, accurate documentation helps protect your rights, clarify important issues or conflicts throughout the case, and give your family law attorney all the ammunition they need to support your claims. Moreover, good records such as…

Your former spouse has informed you that they’re moving out of state because of a new job opportunity—and they’re taking your child with them. Suddenly, panic sets in. Since they are the custodial parent, you’re worried that there isn’t much you can do to stop them. You also think about all the moments you’ve shared…