Blending two families together can be stressful on both adults and children alike. However, as the children have little say as it relates to sharing a Washington home with new people, it's important that you spend extra time taking their needs into account....
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Child Custody
Shared parenting is hard but worth it
Divorced couples who have young children in Washington quickly learn that one of the most challenging aspects is shared parenting. However, they also quickly learn that making the effort to work together is also worth it. The key to this success is working towards...
Coordinating joint custody and how apps can help divorced parents
Joint custody can be challenging for separated and divorced parents, especially regarding communication and scheduling. However, technology has made it easier to manage joint custody issues with the help of various apps. In Washington and other areas, mobile apps are...
Preparing for your child custody hearing
The state of Washington is serious about child custody hearings. In all cases, the goal is to make decisions in the child's best interest. This is something that parents in child custody battles should remember. If you’re preparing for a child custody hearing, here...
Responding to a family law motion in Washington
The Washington family law system is complex and can be intimidating. This can be especially true when you receive a motion from the opposing party. What is a family law motion? A family law motion is a legal document filed with the court requesting a change in your...
Ex’s family is sabotaging my child custody schedule in Washington
Spending time with your child is very important, not only for you but for your child too. When an ex’s family interferes with the custody schedule in Washington, it can be a difficult situation to navigate. While it may be tempting to make decisions out of anger or...
Different custody schedules more likely based on age of children
In cases where child custody is an issue, the age of the child or children involved may impact the schedule ordered by the court. Courts in Washington have wide discretion when it comes to determining custody, and the court will ultimately base any ruling on the best...
The challenges of sharing custody in Washington
Sharing custody after the relationship between the parents has ended can be a challenging situation. Both adults might be ready to start new lives but as they continue to raise their children, they will need to communicate and be present in each other’s lives. If...
Making custody work for the whole family
Figuring out the ideal custody arrangement for the whole family after a divorce can be a complicated matter. Parents in Washington, however, can achieve a custody arrangement that works for all the members of the family and that helps them move forward with their...
Assessing alternating weeks co-parenting plans
As a part of their divorce, Washington parents need to adopt a co-parenting plan. Although many people opt for plans that include alternating weeks, they may not be ideal. There are reasons to avoid this type of arrangement. The problem with alternating weeks...