When parents divorce or stop living together, they still have shared obligations to their children. They have to work out an arrangement to share their parental rights and responsibilities. Parents may not agree on how to divide parenting time or decision-making...
Does each spouse get to keep their car post-divorce?
When a couple divorces, one of the key issues they must resolve is how to divide their assets, including their family vehicle or vehicles. In Delaware, which follows equitable distribution laws, marital property is divided fairly, but not necessarily equally, by the...
How does legal separation work in New Jersey?
Some people find themselves in a situation where their marriage is no longer healthy and functional, but they do not wish to divorce. Religious beliefs, agreements between spouses, concerns about medical needs and hope for reconciliation are among the various reasons...
Can child support be modified?
When parents divorce, the non-custodial parent is often required to pay child support. This is designed to support the child with daily expenses, healthcare and education. Child support is typically set after examining the financial circumstances of each parent. Once...
What to know about modifying child support orders in Delaware
Child support orders in Delaware are crucial for ensuring that the needs of children are met following a separation or divorce. However, circumstances can change, necessitating modifications to these orders. Understanding the process and requirements for modifying...
Divorcing when one’s marital estate includes a business
People may acquire numerous resources during their marriages. Spouses may combine their incomes and savings accounts so that they can purchase a home together. They may finance vehicles, buy furniture and set money aside for retirement. Any of those assets could lead...
When is it time to file for supervised visitation?
The decision to file for supervised visitation during a divorce can be a complex and emotionally charged one. It typically arises when there are concerns about the safety or well-being of the child during unsupervised visits with one parent. When considering whether...
Why parents in Delaware need a lawyer to modify custody orders
It can feel very satisfying to learn a new skill and successfully handle a major challenge without external support. People pride themselves on overcoming issues independently. However, there are many scenarios in which stubbornly trying to handle matters without help...
The benefits of virtual visitation for kids and parents
There are benefits and drawbacks to parenting in the Digital Age. One of the benefits, if you co-parent with your ex, is the ease with which you can engage in virtual visitation. This technology-driven approach to maintaining parental connection and involvement with...
Will parallel parenting work for your family?
If you are a divorcing parent of minor children, you have decisions to make regarding the kind of co-parenting relationship you want to have with your soon-to-be ex-spouse. For some families, choosing the option of parallel parenting works best for their fractured...