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Navigating Custody Issues around the Holidays

Navigating child custody schedules is a perennial challenge, and it becomes particularly arduous during the holiday season. Utilize this guide to aid you during this demanding period.

Keep the Kids in Mind

Mediating through Divorce Lisa was recently a guest of Rachel Green on her “Keep the Kids in Mind” podcast! They talked about a host of important issues including: * How important is mediation in divorce? * What are ways to ensure that a child feels important during a divorce? * How well are the court […]

Custody During the Holidays for Halloween

Navigating shared custody during the holidays can be challenging. Don’t miss out on the magic this halloween, consult an attorney for guidance on holiday schedules and more.

Navigating a New Significant Other, Children, and the Holidays

Recoupling during the holidays can be harder for your child than divorce.   KEY POINTS While parents may have had plenty of time to process the end of the marriage, this might be new information for a child. For children, the introduction of a new “step-person” may require they adjust to new siblings, home, routines, […]

Is Giving Children the Freedom to Choose a Good Idea?

Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen’s custody plan is unconventional. This idea of giving total freedom to the children to determine their own schedule, while well-meaning, may unknowingly create conflict and prevent everyone from developing a routine where the children are able to spend meaningful time with each parent.

Knowing The Risks of an “All Access” Schedule

Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen have reportedly decided to create a co-parenting plan that some may find a bit unconventional. Instead of adhering to a “customary custody agreement,” which allocates a specific schedule for each parent to spend with their children, Tom and Gisele are reportedly taking a different approach that some professionals say, comes with a number of risks.