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De Facto Parents and Visitation Rights

Holly and Hannah are going through a divorce. Hannah’s twelve-year-old son, Kyle, has known Holly since he was a toddler. Holly has never formally adopted Kyle, and her name isn’t on his birth certificate. However, she loves him as her own child. Holly has also...

Supervised or Restricted Visitation

Generally, both parents have the right to visit and spend time with their children. This right is well established. Absent misconduct or other pressing issues, the Courts will grant each parent visitation rights and order that they may spend time with their children....

Does My Spouse Have A Personality Disorder?

The decision to end a marriage is painful. A spouse with a personality disorder often extends the divorce process. Resolution and recovery may take longer than usual. People entering a divorce often find that their spouses have never been formally diagnosed with any...

2016 Co-Parent Halloween Survival Guide

Co-parenting through the holidays can be easy or frustrating and Halloween is no exception. Some parents prioritize making the other parent’s life difficult over their children’s needs. While unfortunate, you can reduce or eliminate this by following these...