Want to Relocate with Children? Here’s What Courts Consider
Relocation is a common issue in divorce cases. Often, the courts will put restrictions on the custodial parent’s responsibilities. He or she should keep the child within certain geographic boundaries. In Texas, we call this domicile restriction to discourage a parent who wishes to relocate with children.
Why July 22nd Will Be a Major Sick Day – Star Trek
There is only one day on my 2016 calendar which I have circled in red – July 22nd – and that’s not because it’s my birthday. It’s something much bigger than that – July 22nd is the scheduled release date for ‘Star Trek Beyond’, which is the sequel to ‘Star Trek into Darkness’, AND…the 50th anniversary…
Treat Your Temporary Hearing Like a Final
When I was in high school, occasionally teachers would give the class a “pop quiz” or ”pre-test” on Mondays. These tests would be over material we had never seen or studied. The majority of us would fail the test, which was totally acceptable. The goal of the instructors were to see what we knew, before diving into a week long of lessons.
Is Splitting Children a Reasonable Custody Strategy?
So you’ve got two kids, and you and your Ex are haggling over custody? Both might expect a long, expensive, protracted legal battle, something no one really wants or can afford. But neither of you wants to give up custody. But who says the kids should stay together? Is splitting children a reasonable custody strategy?
More Helpful Links for Single Dads (Part 2 of 2)
Earlier, with the help of Cordell and Cordell, we listed single-parent resources for dads and children. This time, we shift the focus to parenting and children. Helpful Links for Single Dads: Children’s Rights Council. Formed in 1985, , the CRC is a Washington-based non-profit organization that works to assure children meaningful and continuing contact with both their parents…
Helpful Links to Help Divorced Dads (Part 1 of 2)
Divorced Dads need more than legal help. They need solutions to everyday problems. They battle emotional, financial, family, work, plus a myriad of issues, many unforeseen. So what to do and where to go? The law office of Cordell and Cordell has come up with a series of potential resources for Dads…
Your Kids Care about their Dad More than Child Support
“Over the years, I’ve interviewed numerous children in connection with my child custody law and mediation practice. When asked about their feelings and wishes, NOT ONE child responded that they wanted more child support from Daddy. I have had a few children request that their Dad…
It’s Your Move by Josh Altman, Book Summary
In 2016 I have a goal to read 50 books. This book was given to me by my lovely wife, Karen. It was a perfect read to start a new year! I found this book to be both interesting, motivating, and encouraging. It zeros in on having confidence, taking risk and becoming the very best at what you do. These are my notes from the book. You may have court side seats to what I am read. Enjoy! (Click Here to Buy)
Two Million Dollar Settlement Awarded to Deion Sanders
It looks as though the epic divorce saga between NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders and Pilar Sanders is finally over…maybe. Late November 2015, one of Deion’s attorneys told TMZ that the NFL Hall of Famer felt “relief and vindication” in being awarded a $2.2 million judgment against his ex-wife Pilar.
A Look at the Inconsistency of Child Support State Laws
While painful, child support can be fairly clean, especially when one parent is the primary caretaker. However it gets more complicated with shared custody, where a wide divergence in the parents’ income can create controversy and hurt feelings. While several models exist, and the process will vary greatly from state to state,
Misguided Divorce Myths Parents Have About Kids
When dealing with divorce, parents tend to get silo minded in their thinking of “What’s in Johnny’s best interest?” Here are a few misguided myths, parents and children have on divorce. Myth 1: My Child will be Better Off If an *Ex* is Out of the Picture. Children seldom view a parent in the same way as an adult. Even if a parent is *‘out of the picture,’* they are always in the children’s mind.
Where is the Step-Child’s Home? Right Here with You
Young children of divorce can suffer from a lack of identity. And society can exacerbate that conflict with asking, not intending harm, embarrassing questions that not only make a blended family uncomfortable, but create even more angst for the child of divorced parents.