When you are preparing to go through divorce mediation, there are a few things to keep in mind as you begin this process. Given that both parties must be willing participants in order for divorce mediation to work, you both have a vested interest in a fruitful outcome that does not involve rancor or conflict. [...]
For many parents who have divorced, finding the best possible solution for parenting time is their highest priority. Some are willing to trying anything, even more unconventional methods, if it A) allows them to be with their child as much as possible, and B) helps keeps their child feeling safe and secure. “Bird nesting” (sometimes [...]
Associate Rachel Sharp Upshaw was recently honored with the "10 Best" family law attorneys for the second year in a row by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys™ (AIOFLA). The AIOFLA is an impartial organization that recognizes excellence in both the attorney and their level of client satisfaction. Candidates are ranked “10 Best" by [...]
Going through a divorce can be a tumultuous, emotionally draining process. While you were surrounded by loved ones and friends in the weeks and days leading up to the wedding, preparing for divorce may feel like some of the darkest days of your life. Anyone in your life who knows about the divorce will be [...]
We are so excited to announce that our firm's founder, Karla C. Miller, was recently awarded the "3 Years 10 Best" designation by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys™ (AIOFLA)! The AIOFLA is an impartial organization that recognizes excellence in both the attorney and their level of client satisfaction. Candidates are ranked “10 Best" [...]
In general, child support and parenting time are two separate issues that are not dependent on each other. A non-custodial parent is customarily the one who is obligated to pay child support to the primary residential parent. If the non-custodial parent has fallen behind on their child support obligation, or if they never pay their [...]
A prenuptial agreement is a contract between two people who are getting ready to get married. Your family law attorney will draw up the agreement, which is unique to each couple depending on their specific situation. A postnuptial agreement is entered into after the couple is married. It serves a similar function as the “prenup,” [...]
Paternity fraud takes place when a woman leads a man to believe that he is the biological father of her child when she knows that he is not. When an unmarried woman gives birth to a child, she automatically has legal and physical custody of the child. The father has no rights to the child [...]
The holiday season is upon us, and as wonderful as it is to be with family, you might be facing some pretty stressful times. We want you and your loved ones to stay safe this year and to enjoy these days as much as possible. That is why we have created this list of tips [...]
With the holidays finally here, it can be a difficult and distressing time to be dealing with the conflict of divorce. Traditionally, holidays have marked a time of family togetherness, and postcard-perfect images come to mind of happy people celebrating together. When your own life is a little less Norman Rockwell than you would like, [...]
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