Determining visitation schedules for children can be difficult for many Massachusetts couples going through a divorce. However, there are many parents who are not completely satisfied with visitation rights. Some parents would rather share child custody as evenly as possible. Shannon Beador recently filed for divorce from her husband of 17 years, David. In response, he has demanded […]
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Father faces prison after breaking child custody agreement
Parents in Massachusetts going through a divorce know that the process can be just as difficult for the children as it is for the parents themselves. Determining child custody can put an incredible strain on the relationship between the parents, especially if they already do not get along. In some cases, a parent may feel the need […]
Read MoreGay couple’s child custody cases taken to Supreme Court
When couples with children divorce, the parents often choose to share custody in some way. Some parents agree to have the child or children live primarily with one parent while the other is given visitation rights. Others choose to share custody as equally as possible. However, as some Massachusetts couples may have realized, determining child custody can […]
Read MorePushing for shared child custody
For years, courts have determined which parent is fit to be the primary caregiver for a child after a divorce if the parents are unable to decide amongst themselves. Now, a number of states, including Massachusetts, are pushing for shared child custody after divorce. A number of arguments have been made both for and against this growing practice. […]
Read MoreChild custody between same-sex couples
Massachusetts attorneys have seen their fair share of marriages end in divorce. Sometimes, former spouses are able to get along during and after the divorce is final, but there are some circumstances that can put an extra strain on what remains of the relationship. Determining child custody has the potential to turn any divorce into a vicious battle, […]
Read MoreDetermining child custody sometimes requires sacrifice
Divorce can sometimes be a complicated and messy affair, as some Massachusetts residents may know. The process can be made even more complicated when children are involved. Some parents are unwilling to compromise on the subject of child custody. Other times a parent’s work schedule or travel requirements can present a problem. Parents must be willing […]
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