On behalf of Newsome O'Donnell, LLC posted in Child Support on Thursday, February 18, 2021. When two people decide to have a child together, they're agreeing to the responsibility of raising that child. If they divorce, one of the parents will likely need to pay child...
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Why you should consider drafting a prenuptial agreement
No one enters a marriage thinking about what could happen if he or she goes through a divorce. You are probably not considering the potential of your marriage ending at some point in the future before you even walk down the aisle, but it could be wise for you to do...
What if your child doesn’t want to see their other parent?
You and your co-parent worked hard to negotiate a custody agreement that allows both of you to remain actively involved in your child's life. However, suddenly your child doesn't want to see their other parent.Why kids refuse to see a parent This can happen at any age...
What are some of the most common reasons for divorce?
Statistics show that around 50% of marriages end in divorce, but no couples enter a marriage believing that it will end that way. The fact is that relationships and people are constantly evolving and changing. So why you will be completely in love with the person you...
Why it’s wise to have your own attorney in a mediated divorce
If you and your spouse can amicably settle your divorce on your own, mediation can be a good alternative to divorce litigation. It's less expensive and takes less time.Mediation is often preferable for couples with children since they're going to need to work together...
Why consider mediation for your divorce?
Divorce is difficult, even if you and the other party resolve to work amicably through your disputes and reach a beneficial out-of-court resolution. You may want to avoid hashing out your issues in court or resorting to litigation, but it may seem impossible for you...
How is divorce different when you have an adopted child?
Divorce for couples who adopted a child together can come with even more concerns and guilt than parents with only biological children face. Unless you adopted your child as an infant, you may be concerned that they've already experienced too much upheaval in their...
Why alternating weeks of custody can be harmful for some kids
If you and your spouse are going to be splitting custody of your children 50/50 after the divorce, you're probably looking at various schedules that allow you each to have the children an equal amount of time. Alternating weeks is one way to go, and it has its...
Some tips for telling your kids you’re splitting up
If you and your spouse are moving toward separation or divorce, one of the things you're likely dreading the most is telling your children. This is a conversation that will probably impact how they feel about the situation and both of you and one they'll remember for...
What provisions do you need in a long-distance parenting plan?
If you and your co-parent are going to be living some distance apart after your divorce, you'll need to include some provisions in your parenting plan regarding the specifics of long-distance co-parenting. Whether your child lives with you most of the time and visits...