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When family tensions rise, choices made in the moment can carry long-term consequences. What feels like a quick reaction — sending a message, missing a payment or changing a routine — may later shape how a judge views your role as a parent. In New York family law...
Divorce and shared custody can bring out the worst in some people. Parents may use their children as weapons. They may become incredibly pedantic, refusing to compromise on any aspect of the current parenting schedule. In some cases, their behavior may become erratic...
When relationships end, the fallout affects everyone involved. One of the most heartbreaking consequences is the impact on children. This is especially true when a parent's new relationship distracts them from their responsibilities. If you are concerned that your...
Divorce is almost always a contentious and emotional process, particularly when children are involved. In some unfortunate cases, one parent may attempt to turn the children against the other parent, a phenomenon known as parental alienation. This behavior can harm...
Divorce does not just dissolve a marriage. It also redefines family dynamics, especially with children in the picture. Attending children’s functions after a divorce can become less fun if the co-parent is also there. Patience and a cooperative mindset can be very...
Perhaps you and your ex had a contentious divorce. Perhaps you are not friendly, or maybe even hostile. This is not uncommon for people who have dissolved their marriage. Poisoning children against a parent, however, is definitely not appropriate. If your ex is lying...
When you made up your mind to start afresh in life without your spouse, you no doubt understood that your decision would have numerous implications in your children’s lives. In fact, your children’s well-being may have been a key factor to your decision from the...
In a perfect world, you’d be able to plan your entire life and everything would happen in accordance with your plan. The reality is that life often “throws a curve ball,” meaning that you encounter challenges or situations that you weren’t expecting or that are out of...
You may have learned early on in marriage that your spouse doesn’t like to play by the rules. Perhaps when you were dating, you found his or her rebellious nature attractive. As you spent years with your spouse on a daily basis, his or her contrary attitude and...
If you’re a parent filing for divorce in a New York court, it doesn’t mean that you’re abdicating your parental responsibilities. Like most parents, you want what’s best for your kids and are likely concerned as to how to settle your case with the least amount of...
