If you’re thinking of filing for divorce, you may know that you eventually need to sit down and talk to your spouse about ending the marriage. You don’t want to just blindside them by handing them the divorce papers. This is a conversation the two of you are going to...
Instances when the court might recommend supervised visitation
The child's well-being is always the court's top priority in custody cases. No wonder, before determining custody arrangements, the courts strive to ensure that children are in a safe and supportive environment. Still, there are situations where concerns about a...
How to email and text with a hostile co-parent
One of the biggest challenges for people who are co-parenting after separation or divorce is communication. It can be difficult to work out logistical matters around custody and visitation or talk about issues at school when you and/or your ex still feel angry, hurt...
When the kids move out, divorce may follow
Many different things can spark divorce in a person’s life. However, these aren’t always the things that people expect, such as job loss or an extramarital affair. In some cases, it’s as simple as becoming empty nesters. An “empty nester” is a parent whose children...
Can you get divorced for no reason?
Divorce laws for previous generations often revolved around fault. One person had to prove that their spouse was at fault and caused the divorce. Common reasons for this were cruelty, abandonment, domestic violence or infidelity. Today, however, people in Georgia can...
Creative ideas to keep virtual visitation engaging
Virtual visitation is a great way for co-parents to maintain close relationships with their children when they are residing with their other parent. However, keeping these interactions engaging can be challenging, especially for younger children. If you communicate...
Talking to children about a divorce
Children are likely your first priority when deciding to get divorced. You want to put your children’s best interests first, and you are hopeful that you can make this all go as smoothly for them as possible. Many parents take this position. Fortunately, you can start...
Relocating post-divorce with your child: Convincing arguments
After your divorce, you may feel like it’s time to pick up and move on – but you can’t do that very easily when moving would affect your co-parent’s custody and visitation rights. Relocating with a child post-divorce is something that almost always ends up before a...
When is it time to change a parenting schedule?
Parents who are divorced have custody rights. These rights can give parents the responsibility and obligations to decide how their children are raised, such as where they live, who attends their doctor appointments, if they have a religious upbringing and their...
When should you tell your kids about the divorce?
Chances are you never planned to have a divorce conversation with your children. However, if you and your spouse have decided to go your separate ways, you need to tell them about it, lest they figure it out by themselves. But when is the right time to do this? Here...