Parental alienation syndrome or PAS is a phenomenon where a child rejects one of his or her parents following a divorce. The Center for Parenting Education describes it as affecting about 10% to 15% of all children after a divorce. Parental alienation can occur due to...
Child Custody And Visitation
The pros and cons of nesting during divorce
Even if your Alabama divorce is amicable, your children may feel the stress of changes in the family dynamic. If you and your ex wonder about whether to keep the house or sell it, there might be an option that buys you time to decide and helps smooth the transition...
Back to school tips for coparents
When the end of summer arrives and the time comes for kids to start a new school year, parents know they play an important role in getting things setup so their kids may enjoy a successful experience and year. From shopping for school supplies to rearranging daily...
Air Force changes custody policy
A military divorce may be especially complicated because it involves Alabama and federal laws and service members who are constantly deployed and reassigned. The Air Force recognized some of the deployment issues faced by military personnel dealing with child custody...
State Supreme Court cites father’s parental fitness in ruling
Many people in Montgomery go into their divorce proceedings believing that they know what to expect when it comes to common issues such as child custody. They are often shocked to discover not only are the laws regulating such matters incredibly complex, but that also...
Parents must follow Alabama’s relocation law
People who live in the Montgomery area may find that they wish to move either to another part of Alabama or to another state. Job opportunities, family needs and other life circumstances may even make a move almost necessary for the good of a family. Still, Alabama...
Visitation options for Alabama families
Sharing a child with one’s ex following a painful divorce can be difficult for Alabama parents to do. After spending each day with one’s child in a family home, a parent may find their time with their child significantly reduced or even subject to a schedule. In some...
Busy schedules and custody matters
In the modern workforce, many employees face a lot of hardships with respect to their job, not only in terms of the physical and mental toll that come with a tough position but also in terms of their time. For those getting divorced or dealing with post-divorce...
How do I tell my preschooler about my divorce?
If you and your spouse have concluded that your marriage should not continue, you must figure out how to share the news with your friends, family members and others. For people with children, telling the kids about a parental divorce can be especially difficult. If...
Am I likely to get sole custody?
The most common custodial arrangement after a divorce is joint custody, and there is solid research showing that this is the most beneficial arrangement for children. After all, even if the parents divorce, it is important for the children to have both parents in...