Co-parents need to try to work together as they determine how they want to raise their children. As you can imagine, however, this type of cooperation is not always easy. And parents are certainly allowed to have different rules and opinions from one house to the...
Family Law
Child Custody
I paid child support in cash. Can I prove it?
Every parent has a responsibility to care and provide for their child until they turn 18. If the couple splits and the matter is brought up before the court, a formula is used to determine what the non-custodial parent will pay to the custodial parent in child...
Telling your children about the divorce
You and your spouse have arrived at the conclusion that the marriage just isn’t working anymore. Divorce is the only option left. Not only will this impact the two of you, but it is going to mean significant changes for the children. It may feel daunting to tell the...
Why you need to keep off social media while litigating child custody
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter – social media is a huge part of everyday life these days. These platforms allow us to catch up with the people we love, make new friends and, occasionally, share life’s milestones and setbacks with the world. However, whereas you are free...
Can your co-parent relocate with the children?
You may be worried that your co-parent’s relocation with the children could affect your involvement in their lives. However, one parent cannot just decide to move with the children if custody is shared. There is a legal process involved if your co-parent wishes to...
Where should parents actually exchange custody of their kids?
Sharing parental rights and responsibilities with your ex is always going to be a challenge. It is hard not to feel sad and lonely on all the days when you aren't with your children, and there is also the stress of frequently needing to see your ex. Every few days,...
Options if your ex isn’t following the custody order
Toward the end of your marriage, the relationship became toxic. Thus, you decided it would be best for everyone, especially your child, to pursue a divorce. The divorce process has reached its conclusion and key matters such as property division and child custody...
3 tools for parents struggling with shared custody
Divorce isn't just the end of your marriage. It also marks a significant transition for your entire family. As a married parent in Louisiana, you will have to figure out a way to share custody with your ex. The two of you may have a hard time agreeing on what is fair...
What is meant by “the best interests of the child?”
As a parent, the most important part of the divorce procedure for you will be sorting out child custody. In an ideal world, you and your spouse will be able to negotiate amicably and come up with an arrangement that suits all parties, especially the child. The court...
How can you be a great parent?
As a divorcing parent, you probably won’t see as much of your child as you used to. That will be hard for them and you, but as they also need to see their other parent, it is par for the course. When your time with your child is limited, you might want to do all you...