How Might Working From Home Affect Child Custody and Visitation?
As remote work becomes increasingly common in the United States, parents may wonder how working from home might affect their child custody and visitation cases. At first glance, working from home seems to offer a clear advantage that could strengthen the position of a parent who wants a greater share of parenting time. A parent… Read More »
What Happens When One Parent Wants to Relocate After a Divorce?
Relocations are not unusual among divorced parents. People can be prompted to move for such reasons as remote work opportunities, changes in cost of living, new romantic relationships and desires to be closer to extended family or support networks. Yet, a relocation with child in tow can have a profound effect on the other parent’s… Read More »
How Courts Adapt Parental Rights to Non-Traditional Family Structures
Courts in New York as in other states have come to recognize the increasing diversity of family structures. Modern families frequently look different from the traditional nuclear unit, encompassing unmarried co-parents, multi-generational households and and/or LGBTQ+ parents. Each present unique questions concerning custody, visitation and parental rights. The following are non-traditional family structures about which… Read More »
How Courts Handle Divorced Parents’ Conflicts Over Education
One of the most challenging areas of adversity for divorced parents can be making educational decisions for their children. Disputes may arise about school choice, special education services or the division of tuition expenses, and there may be religious or logistical complications. In these situations, courts can play a critical role in ensuring that the… Read More »
Deciding Whether “Bird-Nesting” Child Custody Is Right for You
A child custody arrangement known as “bird-nesting” is an option used by some divorced parents. In this practice, the children stay in the family home, with the parents alternating their time there. The goal is to provide a sense of continuity and security for the children, minimizing the disruption that often accompanies divorce. A bird-nesting… Read More »
Who Has the Final Say in Joint Legal Child Custody?
In New York family law, the status of joint legal custody allows both parents to share the responsibility of making significant decisions about their child’s life. These decisions typically involve important aspects such as education, healthcare and religious upbringing. Unlike sole custody, where one parent has the exclusive right to make these determinations, joint legal… Read More »
Understanding Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce in New York
New York divorces are categorized as either contested or uncontested. The distinction between these two types is less about the grounds for divorce and more about whether the spouses can agree on the essential terms of marriage dissolution. Virtually all New York divorces are now filed on no-fault grounds, where one spouse simply asserts that… Read More »
Making a Strong Case for Shared Physical Custody in New York
When parents in New York get divorced, one of the most critical aspects is deciding where their children will live. Having both parents share physical time with the children can be an ideal arrangement. However, New York courts prioritize the best interests of the child when making decisions on shared physical custody, and the arrangement… Read More »
Limits on a Custodial Parent’s Right to Relocate with a Child
We live in a fluid society, where people are not always bound to one geographical area for life. A person may move far away or even out of state for various reasons. But when a parent who is subject to a child custody order contemplates such a move, there can be legal implications. While New… Read More »