Well-intentioned people can sometimes share harmful advice with others preparing for divorce. Many people generalize divorce information and may not realize that their guidance is not accurate based on state statutes. Others may share misinformation they have...
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How outside professionals can help to ensure a fair divorce
Divorce is stressful even in the best of circumstances. For those facing high-conflict divorces, possibly complicated by complex assets, divorce can quickly become a protracted, frustrating experience. Spouses have to worry about whether they can obtain a fair outcome...
Which co-parent controls major decisions about a child’s life?
When co-parents disagree about what is best for their child, navigating the rules surrounding their parental rights can be challenging. In New Hampshire, the law aims to balance the rights and responsibilities of each parent while always keeping the best interests of...
What it means to file for fault-based divorce in a no-fault state
New Hampshire offers no-fault divorces. Therefore, most people use no-fault rules when pursuing a divorce. They assert in family court that irreconcilable differences caused the irremediable breakdown of the marital relationship. They have no need to prove anything...
Gray divorces are often more complex than people expect
Gray divorce was an issue very few people even discussed a few years ago. Within a few decades, divorces later in life went from being an anomaly to being one of the most common types of divorce. Those in their 50s and beyond now recognize that there is no shame in...
2 experts (beyond a lawyer) who can help with complex divorces
Some people only need legal advice when preparing for a divorce, but others require more robust support. Those who are divorcing after longer marriages that resulted in the accumulation of significant assets often require professional support as they prepare for...
How to create a parenting time schedule for the holidays
Spending the holidays with our children is one of our most special traditions. However, if you are divorced and share parenting time with your ex, you might have to compromise on how much parenting time you get during the holiday season. After all, your co-parent...
Will your children have a say in your custody arrangements?
The entire family will need to have some difficult conversations and make deeply personal decisions when parents with children decide to divorce. Sometimes, parents quickly and effectively negotiate their parenting arrangement outside of court, leading to a smooth,...
Electronics and your parental rights: What to consider
To say that you and your ex-spouse don’t agree on much is an understatement. That includes your views on the kids and their electronics. You believe that the kids should have unfettered use of their electronics, including their smartphones, laptops and tablets. Your...
Is “bird’s nest” parenting time an option for your family?
Sometimes, divorce solutions require thinking outside of the box. When it comes to parenting time for your minor children, it can be hard to find a good compromise that works well for all concerned. One option to consider might be “bird’s nest” parenting time. What...