Child custody mediation is a method of dispute resolution that has many benefits. It can help a divorcing couple reach an agreement on custody issues without the pain and expense of going to court. Going through a divorce is an inherently painful process that is even more challenging when children are involved. When a couple … Read more
Those who use parental alienation claim they use it to protect the child, but that’s not true. Generally, the conduct is motivated by a parent’s desire to win full custody. One of the most common issues during child custody proceedings is parental alienation. What is parental alienation? Let’s take a closer look at parental alienation, … Read more
There are several factors that the court will consider to determine if a prior conviction will factor in the court’s decision. A prior criminal conviction can directly impact a child custody battle. Beyond the loss of custody, a criminal conviction can lead to reduced visitation or loss of child visitation rights in more extreme cases. … Read more
Every custody case is unique, so the factors that a judge will consider when determining if a parent or guardian is unfit vary from one case to another. Let’s get one thing clear: No parent is infallible! As such, it’s unlikely that having a few parenting imperfections will impact a child custody decision. However, being … Read more
Significant changes in a parent’s lifestyle and child’s welfare can happen after the ruling, necessitating a child custody modification. Generally, a Missouri judge will make a child custody ruling based on the child’s best interest. However, significant changes in a parent’s lifestyle and child’s welfare can happen after the ruling, necessitating a child custody modification. … Read more
If one parent has a history of domestic violence or shows signs of domestic violence, those issues can influence the judge’s decision when granting access to the child. When determining child custody, the court premises its decision in the child’s best interest. Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects a child’s quality of life. … Read more