Family Court Articles

• Termination of Parental Rights
  A legal termination of parental rights differs significantly from simply agreeing to not seek custody and/or visitation with a child. While parents are typically … More
• What to Look For in a Divorce Attorney
  Divorce involves many important issues, such as property, money, and your children. Therefore, it is essential that you hire a divorce attorney who can give you … More
• Do I Need a Lawyer to Establish or Enforce a Child Support Order?
  Every state has child support agencies that are set up to help you establish and enforce a child support order.  By filling out a short application and submitting … More
• Custody Evaluations
  It is not uncommon for divorced or separated parents to disagree over which parent should have custody of their children. When parents are fighting over custody … More
• What is a Guardian Ad Litem?
  A guardian ad litem is appointed by a court in order to represent the best interests of the child. Either parent can request that a guardian ad litem be … More
• An Explanation of Reasonable Visitation
  “Reasonable visitation” is the term that many courts across the country use to give the non-custodial parent rights to visit with their children. The … More
• What Factors Does the Judge Consider When He or She Makes a Decision About Child Custody?
  In most states, the usual standard that judges use in deciding child custody is the “best interests of the child”. Depending on the state you’re in, … More
• What can I do if my ex won't let me see our child?
  There may be nothing more frustrating then trying to see your child, only to have your ex-spouse prevent you from doing so. Due to the anger and hurt that … More
• What if My Child Doesn't Want to Visit with His or Her Other Parent?
  It’s time for your nine-year-old child’s weekend visit with your ex, and, as usual, she’s dragging her feet. “I don’t want to … More
• Do I Need the Other Parent's Permission to Move Out-of-State With Our Child?
  If you have custody of your child, you and your child should be able to move out of state without anyone else’s permission, right? Wrong! Most states … More