Oftentimes, divorced or unmarried couples with children end up living in different states. In such situations, the question arises as to the enforceability of a custody order issued in one of the states. After having gone through all the trouble of going to court and obtaining an order, a parent has reason to be concerned. … Read More >
Ludacris’ Custody Battle
Child custody disputes can be very complicated and long-lasting between two people who cannot see eye to eye. This seems to be the scenario that is unfolding in the media between Grammy Award-winning rapper Christopher Bridges, a.k.a. Ludacris, and the mother of baby Cai, Tamika Fuller. Each state uses the best interests of the child standard… Read More >
South Florida Child Custody Lawyer Gives Practical Advice on Post-Divorce Observation of Birthdays and Holidays, Part 1
For parents who have been recently divorced, and even for those who have been divorced for a long time, birthdays and holidays can prove challenging. Old traditions based on the former family structure have to be abandoned or altered to accommodate the new situation. Though difficult, this transition to a new life does not have… Read More >
Is the Mother Always Granted Custody of the Child?
There is a perception among some men that the mother always gets custody of the children when a marriage dissolves. There are anecdotal stories of women obtaining favorable outcomes at the expense of men, but there is nothing in the law that states that the mother has any advantage over the man when it comes… Read More >
Child Custody Lawyer Discusses Hironimus Contempt Case
The drama continues in the Hironimus case, the Florida mother who defied a judge’s order to turn her four-year-old son over to his father in March so that the boy could be circumcised, pursuant to a 2011 parenting plan that both parties agreed to. In 2014, Judge Jeffrey Gillen ordered the mother to allow the… Read More >
Constructive Co-Parenting within Florida Child Custody Arrangements [Part I]
Child custody disputes are emotionally challenging for both parents and children whether in a divorce, paternity or modification context. If you are able to construct a positive co-parenting relationship, you and your children will benefit. While this is not earth shattering news for any parent, this advice is much easier for a Florida child custody… Read More >
Constructive Co-Parenting within Florida Child Custody Arrangements [Part II]
Cooperating with the other parent following a divorce or paternity dispute is one of the most difficult challenges for a parent. While parties in a marital dissolution face many serious issues, their ability to find constructive ways to work together is critical to protecting children from the potential adverse effects of a South Florida divorce… Read More >
Constructive Co-Parenting within Florida Child Custody Arrangements [Part III]
This is the final installment in our three-part series of articles on effective co-parenting in Palm Beach child custody cases. Our South Florida child custody litigation team is committed to protecting the parent-child relationship that our clients share with their children. While most parents would prefer to have more parenting time with their children following… Read More >
West Palm Beach Contested Child Custody Frequently Asked Questions Part II
This is the second installment of our frequently asked questions (FAQ) post on contested child custody issues. Contested child custody cases are often among the most bitterly contested family law cases, but our West Palm Beach contested custody team works diligently to lower the temperature on such disputes to reduce the stress on our clients… Read More >
Divorce Lawyer in West Palm Beach Gives Practical Advice on Post-Divorce Observation of Birthdays and Holidays, Part 2
When a relationship unravels and two people no longer live together, there are legal as well as practical consequences that affect not only them, but also their children. The reality of the breakup often is felt most keenly on special days such as birthdays and holidays. Children especially can be subject to negative feelings and… Read More >
