Getting child custody during a divorce requires addressing two distinct types of custody: legal custody (who makes major decisions about the child) and physical custody (how much time the child spends with each parent). How you obtain custody depends entirely…

If you have just been served with divorce papers, what’s next depends heavily on your specific family situation. If you have a child, there are three key areas you will need to address. However, this process is divided into immediate…

If a social worker knocks at your door, it is typically because a referral (investigation) has been generated after a mandated reporter—such as a teacher, hospital staff, or therapist—reported a potential risk of harm to a child. Here is how…

Navigating a divorce when domestic violence is involved drastically changes how the case is handled, especially concerning child custody and safety. To get a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO) while going through a divorce, you must navigate a specific set…