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Ways To Make Transitions And Visitation Easier For Your Children

Although transitions are now part of your life and the lives of your children, there are a few things that you can do in order to make them a bit easier on your kids.

What You Need to Know About Harassment Restraining Orders in Minnesota

This article is a helpful summary of what you need to know when it comes to harassment restraining orders in the state of Minnesota including: how to defend against a harassment restraining order, what are the collateral consequences of a harassment restraining order, and who can get a harassment restraining order.

Step-Parent Rights

What rights does a Step Parent have in a divorce?

What Is An Emergency Protection Order (EPO)? How do I get one?

How can I get an Emergency Protection Order in Alberta?

COVID-19 And Co-Parenting, What Does The Law Say?

In Alberta, we now have a leading case on how parties should behave in light of COVID-19. In the case of SAS v LMS, 2020 ABQB 287, the honorable Mr. Justice Robert A. Greasser heard an emergency application on April 22, 2020.

Rebuilding Your Credit Score After Filing Bankruptcy

The attorneys at My AZ Lawyers and Alison C. Briggs explore the options that a person has to rebuild their credit after filing for bankruptcy. It's really easy to rebuild your credit score after bankruptcy in a great deal less time than 7 or maybe 10 years. You simply have to establish goals and be on track. Learn how to do that here.

NEW YORK CHILD SUPPORT: WHAT EVERY DIVORCING PARENT NEEDS TO KNOW

All parents are obliged to provide for their children’s basic needs, such as food, clothing, shelter, medical and educational costs, and health insurance. When they divorce, child support is the way that the non-custodial parent continues to honor that obligation.

4 WAYS TO PUT YOUR KIDS FIRST DURING A DIVORCE

Divorce is hard; there’s no way of getting around that fact. When kids are involved, the split can often be even more emotional, leaving many parents wondering what they can do to help their children through the difficult transition. No matter what stage of divorce you’re in, these tips can help you and your most precious assets—your children—stay connected and emotionally balanced.

5 Instances When You May Consider Separation Over Divorce

Being in a marriage that makes you unhappy can be very hard for anyone, especially if the situation is complicated or involving minor children, a family business, common debts, etc.

What if My Former Spouse Refuses to Pay Child Support?

If your spouse is falling behind in support and is in contempt of court-ordered child support, do not ignore the problem or engage in petty fighting.

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