Custody & Parenting

You and your spouse decided to divorce, but one thing that will never be simple is learning how to raise your child between homes. You both have different values and ideas about what it means to raise a healthy, well-rounded child. You want your child to go to public...

Military families often have to deal with substantially more stress than civilian families due to the unique demands of a military career such as unexpected travel or the need to move the whole family frequently. That stress might eventually contribute to the decline...

Being married to an addict can be heartbreaking. On one hand, you understand that addiction is a disease and you have sympathy for your spouse. On the other hand, you ultimately have to practice the art of self-preservation -- especially when you have children. Once...

Washington parents typically spend a lot of time negotiating the terms of their co-parenting plans when they decide to divorce. Custody and parenting issues are top priorities. The court always has children's best interests in mind when making decisions regarding...

When a parent in Washington or elsewhere in the United States decides to divorce, it is logical to assume that the process will include certain legal issues that must be resolved before the court will issue a final decree. These issues often pertain to custody and...

A lot of what comes out of Hollywood is fiction. In Washington and elsewhere, entertainment and celebrity news is not meant to be a guide for life. But celebrities are real people like everyone else, and many people can relate to the custody and parenting issues that...

Some parents in Washington file for divorce, hoping to be the sole custodians of their kids. Custody and parenting issues can be complex and often spark contention between former spouses who do not agree on what's best for the children involved. In fact, there are...

Many Washington parents got divorced over the summer. Now that most schools throughout the country are opening once again, custody and parenting issues might arise for those who are still adjusting to post-divorce lifestyles. There are several things to keep in mind...

Many Washington residents are rap music fans who joined in mourning with others throughout the country when Nipsey Hussle was shot to death at his own clothing store on the West Coast. The singer, activist and entrepreneur was the father of a 10-year-old girl and her...

When Washington parents file for divorce, it is common to encounter challenges regarding family issues, such as where the children will live and how their financial needs will be met in the future. No two custody and parenting situations are exactly the same. The good...