Family Law

A family court ruling on matters like custody, support or property division can feel like the final word. There is a process, however, that allows you to seek a review of these decisions under certain conditions. Grounds for a family court challenge Not every...

As you and your ex continue to coparent your children over the years, your child support payments do not stay static. Delaware law recognizes that as life changes, your financial obligations need an adjustment as well. The state family courts provide a formal process...

A Protection From Abuse, or PFA, can affect where you go, who you contact and what you may keep in your home. Even though the case begins in Delaware Family Court as a civil matter, violating its terms may result in criminal consequences. If a judge enters a PFA order...

Parents often think of social media as separate from their custody case. They may post out of frustration, vent after a difficult exchange or share details with friends and family because they feel overwhelmed. However, once custody becomes an issue, those posts may...

Have you noticed your child pulling away from you after spending time with your ex-spouse? Maybe your once-close relationship now feels distant and strained. These changes might not be accidental. Your ex-spouse could be alienating you from your child's life and this...

When couples divorce in Delaware, they must settle many key factors about their marriage and financial interests, as well as decide on how they would want to share custody of their children. During this process, the parents will work on a document that can...

Custody orders are meant to bring structure to your child’s life. But families change. Work schedules shift. Children grow. A plan that once worked may no longer fit your reality.  When that happens, Delaware judges may be asked to review whether a custody order...

Parents often hear rumors about a "magic age" regarding custody. Many believe that once a child turns 14, they gain the legal right to decide where they want to live. In Delaware, this is a common misconception. The short answer is no – a child does not get to dictate...

Custody cases with abuse can be overwhelming. Parents worry about their child’s safety while handling their own emotions, and facing an abusive co-parent adds fear and uncertainty. Knowing what mistakes to avoid can help you make better choices. Here are three key...

Many people associate prenuptial agreements with something negative. They may think that just because they ask for one, it means that they assume that the marriage is going to end. But this isn’t the case. Marriage is often seen as a union of love and trust, but...