When couples divorce, one of their primary concerns is splitting parenting time so both parties can spend time with their children. Even if the marriage is over, a co-parenting relationship needs to exist. Studies have shown that children benefit when both parents are...
Parenting plans
Is joint or sole custody right for you?
Parents are typically given the opportunity to continue raising their children after a divorce. Parents may work together to make a child custody agreement or the court may assign a custody order. Custody agreements and orders determine what kind of legal and physical...
Is a custody modification required for a parent to relocate?
Once the Pennsylvania family courts approve a custody order, they generally expect parents to follow it. However, sometimes a review and update of a custody order are necessary. When major family changes occur, it may be necessary to update the custody order to better...
Who makes school and medical decisions if parents share custody?
When parents share custody of their children, they often focus on arrangements for sharing time with the children. Those who negotiate a workable and thorough schedule will have an easier time adjusting to their new arrangements. Inevitably, those co-parenting in...
Why do parents alter parenting schedules?
When parents divorce, one of the most important decisions is child custody. Child custody determines what rights and obligations parents have for the care of their children. Some of the decisions may include where children will live, their medical needs, education...
Can grandparents have custody of their grandchildren?
A divorcing couple could face various challenges when addressing matters concerning their child, potentially involving extended family members, such as the child's grandparents. Sometimes, it could be an option for the court to grant grandparents child custody....
The standard of the best interests of the child
When navigating divorce, feelings of sadness, anger and anxiety can overwhelm parents as they consider what this process may mean for their future. While it is certainly normal for parents to experience these things, it is also helpful to remember that children often...
Modifying a child custody agreement
When facing the end of a marriage, many parents may feel it vital to cover every essential topic when pursuing a parenting plan that aligns with the needs and interests of their kids. While this agreement may function as intended initially, things can change over time...
Navigating a post-divorce move with your children
A divorce may require you to find a different residence as staying in the family home may no longer be an option for you. Finding a new home may be only one of the many changes you could experience following a divorce, and this type of transition could be especially...
Knowing some factors to address regarding child custody
When facing the end of a marriage, many parents may have concerns about how the outcome of the process might affect the lives of their children. Parents in Pennsylvania may wish to pursue a child custody agreement that focuses on the needs and interests of their kids,...
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