How to Create Agreements That Help Kids Enjoy Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Winter Break By Robert M. Going, Jr., Attorney Most families agree that holiday breaks are special. So many of these celebrations incorporate family traditions, religious observances, and cultural traditions. Holidays also allow parents to spend more time with their children. No wonder so many parents cherish the holidays. When parents are separated or…
By Robert M. Going, Jr., Attorney Separation is a part of life for many American families. While some couples worry about the division of assets and debt, one of the most important tasks is resolving the issue of child custody. Every family is different, so no custody agreement works for everyone. However, with a bit of creative thinking and the help of an experienced…
By Robert M. Going, Jr., Attorney Separation or divorce gets more complicated when children are involved, which also brings more stress. Even if things are amicable between the parents, emotional strain is inevitable as families figure out how to split a child’s time between two homes. As a result, both parents and children can experience resentment and distress. But, while some tension is unavoidable, there…
By Robert M. Going, Jr., Attorney Grandparents often assume an essential role in a child’s life. Whether they live close by or across the country, many grandparents treasure their time with these special family members. But what happens when grandparents are unfairly denied visitation rights? Can a grandparent step in to assume custody in an emergency? What happens when one or both parents become…
By Robert M. Going, Jr., Attorney When it comes time to think about child custody, things can get complicated quickly. While many parents believe that 50/50 custody agreements are ideal, that’s not necessarily the case. An evenly split agreement may be possible if parents live near one another or in the same school district. These kinds of arrangements give a child equal time with each…
By Robert M. Going, Jr., Attorney Children mature and change so quickly. Those changes seem especially apparent at the end of the school year when parents look at their kids and fully recognize how much they’ve grown in the past few months. Maybe that’s why, when summer rolls around, some families want to revisit custody agreements. Perhaps a child’s evolving schedule or activities mandate…
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