When a marriage ends, you may face a difficult question: What happens to my relationship with my stepchild? Many stepparents provide daily care, attend school events and help raise children as their own. When divorce enters the picture, it is natural to worry about...
Scheduling custody and parenting responsibilities based on the parents’ work schedules can be complicated. It can be made even more difficult if a parent has a job that does not have consistent work hours. This is common in the medical profession, law enforcement, and...
Life as a single or co-parenting parent comes with plenty of challenges. When big changes happen, like a new job, a move or remarriage, it can turn your world upside down. It's easy to get caught up in the chaos, but remember, your kids are feeling it too. Helping...
Yes, Tennessee does allow virtual child custody visitation. The non-custodial parent often requests this type of visitation, particularly when the custodial parent relocates with the child. Moving can disrupt existing visitation rights, making virtual visits a...
A parenting plan is an arrangement between two parents providing details about what each parent will provide to the child. It addresses various topics, from holidays, birthdays, drop-offs, and even transportation. It is legally binding, and both parties must agree and ensure they can abide by the plan. A good parenting plan will consider everyone’s needs and helps work out…
Sharing custody of your children after a divorce can sometimes be an amicable and agreeable situation for both parents. You both know what times you are allowed with your child, when to drop them off or pick them up – an all-around healthy family despite the separation. This is not always the case, however, as there can often be animosity…