It is not uncommon for grandparents to wonder whether they can obtain custody of their grandchild(ren). This situation often arises when a grandparent has raised his or her grandchild without the assistance of either biological parent. Resolving a custody dispute between a third party and a parent involves a two-step analysis by the Court. The first […]
Every marriage is a work in progress. Even the happiest unions encounter rough patches from time to time. These challenges can sometimes feel insurmountable. Staying in an unhealthy marriage can be mentally, physically, and emotionally detrimental. There is some solace in recognizing when a marriage is beyond repair and taking steps to end it as […]
Deciding to file for a divorce can be a daunting decision, especially when you are unsure how your spouse will react to your request for a divorce. It is important to know the divorce process and the options you have, depending on whether you and your spouse are able to reach an agreement. Contested Divorce If you […]
Divorcing any spouse can present its own set of challenges, however, divorcing a spouse with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (diagnosed or undiagnosed) presents challenges that may affect the trajectory and timeline of the divorce process itself. Per the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (also known as “DSM”), Narcissistic Personality Disorder (“NPD”) includes: A pervasive […]
Most people going through divorce hope their ex-spouse will remain civil throughout the process. However, everyone handles divorce differently. The most agreeable partner can change when it is time to discuss visitation schedules or divide marital assets. Dealing with hostility at every turn can feel overwhelming and defeating. It is hard to see the light at […]
Telling one’s children that their parents are separating can be one of the hardest conversations. However, there are ways to support children during this difficult time and reassure them it will be okay. The following are ways to tell children about a divorce: Have the Conversation Together: Co-parenting continues long after the marriage ends. As […]
In the United States, spousal abandonment is the second leading cause of fault-based divorce. Abandonment is a word with many implications when it comes to divorce. There is the legal aspect of abandonment and how it impacts child custody, child support, and other divorce matters. There is also the emotional trauma when a spouse or parent leaves […]
Weeks after the passing of talk-show host Larry King, his estate remains in limbo as reports surfaced of a hand-written will from 2019 that excluded his wife of 22 years, Shawn Southwick King. King was in the process of divorcing his seventh wife, which was not finalized before his death in January. Now it appears King created a […]
Princess of Pop, Britney Spears, and the #FreeBritney movement are the primary focus of the recently released documentary by The New York Times, “Framing Britney Spears.” In addition to highlighting Spears’ rise to fame and the media circus accompanying her young adult years, this documentary highlights the complexities of her conservatorship (otherwise known as “guardianship”), […]
As people across New Jersey and the nation continue to get the Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine, many are feeling more confident about traveling abroad. After many months of staying at home and social distancing, they are eager to explore life outside the United States. However, what if ex-spouses have joint custody and the child’s other parent is against […]
