Setting Boundaries
So how does he draw the line in the sand and make it into a line in the cement…
Navigating the rough waters of the American court system: A family court perspective
Why does the American court system have to be so complicated and intimidating to the average person…
5 Factors to Relocate Kids
I think this ruling provides a lot of guidance when it comes to trying a relocation custody case. The court made it clear that …
Can’t exercise physical visitation because of COVID-19?
Social distancing, confined to home, or maybe even actually quarantined because you are positive for the virus?
How To Control The Psychological Effects Of Divorce On Children
Numerous kids face difficulties from their parents split that can tail them for a lifetime, including into their connections as grown-ups.
Q&A: Worried About Money
Question: I have been married for 12 years to my husband. He only works part-time. Will I owe him alimony and if so how much and for how long? – Worried About Money Dear Worried About Money: Alimony (and it’s kissing cousin Post Separation Support) are paid by a…
Don’t Understand
Question: Dear Cape Fear Family Law: Do I need to file for separation? How is that different from divorce? -Don’t Understand Answer: Dear Don’t Understand: Separation is the date you and your spouse start to live separately – not in separate rooms in the same…
DSS and Danger
Question: Dear Cape Fear Family Law: The Department of Social Services (DSS) contacted me about my child. They asked me questions and told me there was a report made. They won’t tell me a lot, but I realize that my daughter is in danger while living with her mom. …
Putting Baby First
Question: Dear Cape Fear Family Law: My husband and I are separated and I have our 1 year old baby. I breast feed and would prefer to keep breast feeding until age 2, at least. He wants overnight visits and our baby is not ready for that. Will I have to allow him…
Mom, Ready for a New Relationship and Move!
Question: Dear Cape Fear Family Law: For the last four (4) months, my husband and I lived in two separate apartments and we share our children as it fits within our work schedule. We do not have an agreement or an order on child custody. I want to move to Ohio with…