When it comes to legal issues involving family matters, parents and children may experience a whirlwind of emotions. To make things even more complicated, some families in this position are trying to adjust to life after a divorce. In Boston, and communities across Massachusetts, it is crucial for parents who have a child custody order or visitation schedule to understand their
Whether a parent is arrested or loses sleep at night because of significant anxiety, back child support can create all sorts of hardships for non-custodial parents and custodial parents alike. However, parents who have found themselves unable to make child support payments may also have their tax refunds intercepted in Boston, and cities across Massachusetts. According to the Internal Revenue
As a parent who is divorcing in Massachusetts, and you may be wondering how to address your custody issues in a way that prevents your child from undergoing emotional stress. Unless you are part of a high profile couple, you are probably not being subjected to close media scrutiny such as that directed at Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Still,
No parent is perfect. We all make mistakes, and there isn’t just one way to raise a child. However, there are some mistakes that all parents should avoid, as they could call into question someone’s parenting skills and put a child’s welfare in jeopardy. For instance, recently, politician Anthony Weiner made a mistake that not only prompted his wife to
There is no way to prepare for every obstacle and problem when it comes to raising kids. Parents know that every day is an opportunity for unexpected changes and challenges. Because of this, parents typically need to be flexible, patient and understanding. This is obviously easier said than done, especially when it comes to co-parenting. One way to try and minimize
Part of being a parent means dealing with anxiety and fear on a regular basis. You worry about your child’s safety and health; you second-guess decisions you make about discipline; you might even lose sleep thinking about your child’s future. If you are a parent who is getting divorced, you will have even more worries racing through your mind, including
You are not alone in your concern about your ex or current spouse taking your child away from you. In contentious divorces or child custody disputes, it is a common worry. There is a good reason for this concern as current estimates indicate that more than 200,000 families experience family abductions per year. Over the years, news outlets have helped
The children of divorce typically experience difficulties with the new family dynamics. Whether they voice them or remain silent, most children have many worries. Examples include fear about losing one or both parents and concerns about where they will reside. Parents often become caught up in their battles with one another and the legal side of the issue, causing children
In past blog posts, we’ve discussed some of the specific challenges that individuals who are planning, going through or have finalized a divorce are likely to face. From dealing with the emotional highs and lows and the uncertainty of the whole process to arguing over personal belongings and fighting over how assets should be divided, divorce can, and unfortunately often
It’s already April and as divorced parents in the Boston area look ahead to the summer months, many likely have questions and concerns about changes to existing child custody and visitation arrangements. With kids no longer tied to a school schedule, the summer months provide both children and parents more freedom to spend time together and plan vacations. The summer
When it comes to legal issues involving family matters, parents and children may experience a whirlwind of emotions. To make things even more complicated, some families in this position are trying to adjust to life after a divorce. In Boston, and communities across Massachusetts, it is crucial for parents who have a child custody order or visitation schedule to understand their
Whether a parent is arrested or loses sleep at night because of significant anxiety, back child support can create all sorts of hardships for non-custodial parents and custodial parents alike. However, parents who have found themselves unable to make child support payments may also have their tax refunds intercepted in Boston, and cities across Massachusetts. According to the Internal Revenue
As a parent who is divorcing in Massachusetts, and you may be wondering how to address your custody issues in a way that prevents your child from undergoing emotional stress. Unless you are part of a high profile couple, you are probably not being subjected to close media scrutiny such as that directed at Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Still,
No parent is perfect. We all make mistakes, and there isn’t just one way to raise a child. However, there are some mistakes that all parents should avoid, as they could call into question someone’s parenting skills and put a child’s welfare in jeopardy. For instance, recently, politician Anthony Weiner made a mistake that not only prompted his wife to
There is no way to prepare for every obstacle and problem when it comes to raising kids. Parents know that every day is an opportunity for unexpected changes and challenges. Because of this, parents typically need to be flexible, patient and understanding. This is obviously easier said than done, especially when it comes to co-parenting. One way to try and minimize
Part of being a parent means dealing with anxiety and fear on a regular basis. You worry about your child’s safety and health; you second-guess decisions you make about discipline; you might even lose sleep thinking about your child’s future. If you are a parent who is getting divorced, you will have even more worries racing through your mind, including
You are not alone in your concern about your ex or current spouse taking your child away from you. In contentious divorces or child custody disputes, it is a common worry. There is a good reason for this concern as current estimates indicate that more than 200,000 families experience family abductions per year. Over the years, news outlets have helped
The children of divorce typically experience difficulties with the new family dynamics. Whether they voice them or remain silent, most children have many worries. Examples include fear about losing one or both parents and concerns about where they will reside. Parents often become caught up in their battles with one another and the legal side of the issue, causing children
In past blog posts, we’ve discussed some of the specific challenges that individuals who are planning, going through or have finalized a divorce are likely to face. From dealing with the emotional highs and lows and the uncertainty of the whole process to arguing over personal belongings and fighting over how assets should be divided, divorce can, and unfortunately often
It’s already April and as divorced parents in the Boston area look ahead to the summer months, many likely have questions and concerns about changes to existing child custody and visitation arrangements. With kids no longer tied to a school schedule, the summer months provide both children and parents more freedom to spend time together and plan vacations. The summer
