Parenting plans offer structure and stability after a divorce or separation. This is especially important for children. Plans establish how parents will share time with their children and handle a variety of issues that every family faces. They’re an essential tool for keeping life stable and peaceful after divorce. But what happens when changes are […]
Florida Divorce Law Blog
Healthy communication is important for all parents, whether you’re married or not. However, in divorced or separated families, communication about children tends to trigger arguments more often than in families that all live under one roof. The good news is that communication problems don’t always mean your co-parenting relationship is failing. Often, only a few […]
Extracurricular activities can be an important part of a child’s development. Sports teams, music lessons, academic clubs, theater programs, and other activities allow children to build confidence, develop new skills, and spend time doing things they enjoy. For divorced or separated parents, however, these activities can sometimes create unexpected challenges. A busy extracurricular schedule can […]
Disagreement is common in many divorces. And while not seeing eye-to-eye is to be expected, it’s important to navigate these situations carefully when there are children involved. How divorcing parents handle conflict plays a major role in the health of their children. When parents can share information, cooperate, and resolve disagreements respectfully, children often benefit […]
A variety of events can trigger issues between divorced and separated parents. One of the most common is daycare and after-school exchanges. Florida parenting plan daycare exchanges should be peaceful and routine. This can change when parents disagree about schedules, transportation, and anything else related to these events. Taking a consistent approach to these daily […]
Back-to-school time is right around the corner. It’s a time most families look forward to, but it can also create a variety of challenges, especially when parents are divorced or separated. Whether it’s school supply needs, changing schedules, extracurricular activities, or teacher conferences, it’s easy for small misunderstandings to become larger disagreements. The switch from […]
Many people assume custody and parenting disputes are concerns only for younger parents. In reality, family law issues can arise at any stage of life. Nowadays, especially in Florida, an increasing number of older adults are seeking legal guidance related to family law matters. Some are even raising their grandchildren. As families become more complex […]
Many Florida family law cases involve mediation at some point during the process. If you’re facing divorce, a timesharing dispute, child support issues, or another family law matter, there is a good chance mediation will be part of your case. For many people, the word “mediation” sounds intimidating. They aren’t sure what happens during the […]
Many parents find that co-parenting becomes easier as children get older. The routines are established, communication has improved, and everyone has settled into a predictable schedule. Then the teenage years arrive. Learning to drive, starting high school, applying to colleges, getting a first job, and preparing for graduation all bring exciting opportunities. They can also […]
Extracurricular activities can provide tremendous benefits for children. Sports, music lessons, clubs, theater programs, tutoring, and other activities help children develop skills, build confidence, make friends, and explore their interests. Unfortunately, these activities can also become a source of conflict between co-parents. Disagreements about schedules, costs, transportation, time commitments, and even which activities a child […]
