Child Custody

A parent can be denied visitation for a variety of different reasons. When this happens, the parent may wonder whether there is still a way for them see to see their child and possibly even gain custody in the future. Fortunately, there are some options for parents in...

Determining child custody during a divorce is often a complicated matter. Furthermore, understanding the differences between the types of custody can cause concern and distress among divorcing parents and their children. To help you better handle your child custody...

New York judges base their decisions in complex child custody cases on what is in the best interests of the minor. Ideally, both parents agree to mediation to discuss the details of physical and legal custody, but this isn't always the case. When parents disagree or...

As life changes, a custodial parent in New York might wish to relocate with their child. However, they cannot simply pick up and move, as a move outside a certain geographical area can become a complex child custody issue. The court will have to approve the move,...

For some New York couples, child custody is straightforward and simple. However, other parents might find themselves dealing with a complex child custody situation, which can be the result of a variety of factors. One of these factors is the issue of moving far away...

Couples who are considering undergoing a divorce have many questions about the road ahead. One of the most concerning questions they tend to have is who gets custody of their children. In the state of New York, there are various factors that a judge will use to...

Making a decision in child custody cases can be difficult for family law judges in New York and around the country as they do not know the people involved. The situation is made even thornier when divorcing parents make allegations of neglect or abuse with little...

When you divorce a spouse with whom you share children, there are often two temptations that all divorced people should resist fervently. The first is to never again have anything to do with that person. This is completely unrealistic. After all, when you share...

While divorce is generally not an easy process for two married people at any time, the issue becomes even more complicated when you have children. One of the most complex child custody situations pertains to relocation. Many concerns surround a custodial parent moving...