For separating or divorcing parents in North Dakota, dividing parenting time can be one of the hardest parts of the end of their relationship. Both parents may still want a strong relationship with the children, which can lead to conflicts as they push to spend as...
Child Custody
Single or unwed dad? Custody is important
Fathers are more involved in their children’s lives than ever before. They work hard at work to provide for their kids, and they work even harder to cultivate strong bonds with their children. Being separated from them—whether divorced or never married to the...
Can you trust a paternity test?
Establishing paternity can be very important. Strictly from an emotional and relational standpoint, you want to know if you’re related to the child. But you may also have questions about your child custody rights or your obligations to pay child support. All of this...
Turn your custody battle into a custody conversation
If there is one thing that can derail your entire divorce, it’s having a major conflict involving your children. When you and the other parent can’t come to a reasonable agreement, it can be difficult to move forward and get your divorce finalized. Dealing with a...
What’s considered when determining child custody in North Dakota?
In the past, when a couple divorced and children were involved, one parent would receive primary custody of the child or children. Today, though, most courts believe that it is in the best interest of the child to have both parents involved and active in their lives. ...
If a custody order limits your parenting time, you can change it
Sharing custody is never easy. You go from living with your children all the time to only seeing them half of the time, maybe less. If your ex has primary custody of your children after a divorce or break up in North Dakota, you might feel like the separation damages...
Keeping your ex away from the children will hurt your custody case
Intense emotions often run the show during the early stages of a divorce. Your feelings towards your ex may change rapidly and be quite intense. Little things, like their word choice or their arrival at a meeting two minutes late could infuriate you or make you feel...
3 technology rules that will round out a parenting plan
One of the biggest celebrity divorces of the last few years included a public disagreement about parenting rules. Specifically, the parents publicly fought over one of their children's social media use. That embarrassing situation is something a good parenting plan...
Divorced parents: Think about your summer plans now
Summer is a magical time for many children. They don’t have to worry about going to school and they can enjoy playing outside. For some, this is also the time when they’re going to take vacations and have fun with their family members. Parents who are divorced should...
2 effective co-parenting tips for divorced couples
Divorce is a significant life transition that affects everyone involved. If you have children together, one of the most important critical discussions you will need has to do with the custody and parenting arrangement. One of the most effective parenting plans a...