Blog Posts in September, 2017

Updating Parenting Plans as Children Age

A divorce settlement has many moving parts, and if you have children, one of those is a workable parenting plan. A parenting plan benefits the entire family. You can breathe easy because you and your ex-spouse know how you will handle holidays, special events, medical issues, etc. Of course, there will still be unexpected events that the parenting plan does not cover, but generally, having an ...

What Your Child's School Needs to Know About Your Divorce

School is back in session, and if you’ve recently finalized a divorce, you may be wondering how this will affect your child’s school. How and when should you talk to the school? How much detail do they need? It’s generally recommended you don’t wait too long before talking to your child’s teachers and other school officials. Additionally, your child’s teachers could be a key part of your support ...

Does Your Child Need Extra Financial Support During Back to School?

Back to school is in full swing. Parents are busy shopping for new clothes, school supplies and paying class fees for band, choir and other extracurricular activities. If you’re paying child support , you may believe it covers school-related expenses; however, that’s not always the case. So what should you do if, after paying this month’s child support, you receive an email from your ex-spouse ...