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What's a Father To Do When a Custody Battle Looms During Massachusetts Divorce?

Fathers need to stay engaged with their children during divorce.

At What Age Are Children Most Traumatized by Massachusetts Divorce

Learn to work together. Because you're parents. You've got to work together for your children's sake.

What is Contempt of Court After a Massachusetts Divorce?

Penalties for refusing to comply with a court order include fines, wage garnishment, the suspension of your driver's license and jail time.

Divorce and the New "Custody" Case

You are getting a divorce and wonder who will be awarded the family pet.

Finalizing your Divorce

Your Judgment of Divorce has been signed. But, have you finalized the details? Just what are the details that you need to be concerned about? Read on...

Use Christmas as an opportunity to teach good manners.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! If you’re having a family gathering for the holidays, be sure that the children have have received a crash course in guest etiquette. Make sure they know their table manners.

New Year’s Resolutions for Kids — Get them started now!

Now is a good time to get your children started on making their New Year’s Resolutions.

Make a New Year’s Eve Time Capsule with the kids. It may provide valuable insight

As the year 2016 draws to a close, think about what significant events have occurred throughout the year — in your life, your children’s lives, and in the state of your family. Get the kids of creating a “time capsule.”

Bribe the kids with Oreos….well, not exactly.

Happy New Year! Now that we’re off to a fresh start, think about putting the kids to work at the supermarket.

Punish the real violators financially — with hourly sanctions.

What can you do when a parent openly violates court orders, refusing to return the child on time, or otherwise failing to abide by the parenting time plan?

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