Ideally, child custody issues can be resolved amicably, alleviating the emotional effects of a divorce for both parents and their children. However, as some Rhode Island couples have discovered, child custody cases can also become very contentious. In those cases, the...
Child Custody & Support
What is the purpose behind child support?
When Rhode Island parents divorce, they may share custody of their children. However, depending on the situation, one parent may have custody while the other has visitation and pays child support. There is a specific purpose behind child support that all parents...
How to improve your co-parenting relationship
Navigating a co-parenting relationship is one of the most difficult aspects of divorce for Rhode Island parents. The “new normal” that these couples must face includes changes to their schedules and how they interact with their children. While co-parenting isn’t an...
Getting custody back in Rhode Island
It’s incredibly difficult for a Rhode Island parent who loses custody of their children. Parents who find themselves without custody of their children shouldn’t get discouraged though - there are ways to regain custody. Looking at why you lost custody The court will...
Understanding child support
When parents are raising children while no longer involved in a relationship, child support payments will often be a part of the situation. Whether a mother or a father is paying child support, parents in Rhode Island should understand the basics of child support....
How to deal with unexpected schedule changes while co-parenting
Rhode Island families deal with co-parenting their minor children. Divorce might make co-parenting schedules more complicated. Sudden changes like school closures or delays can wreak havoc on plans. Fortunately, workable solutions can help divorced parents work...
Navigating child custody issues in Rhode Island for parents with mental health concerns
Rhode Island law follows the best interests of the child standard when determining child custody arrangements. The courts will consider the child's physical, emotional, and social needs when deciding on custody. In cases where one or both parents have mental health...
Why your parenting style matters
Several factors are typically evaluated by Rhode Island courts when reviewing child custody cases. A judge will likely consider your parenting style when deciding if you should have custody or visitation rights. There are four main parenting styles for raising...
How can you co-parent successfully in Rhode Island?
Parenting is hard enough on its own, but when you add in co-parenting, it can be a real challenge. If you are planning to co-parent successfully, there are a few things that you need to keep in mind. Communication is key Communication is essential in any relationship,...
Basics of child custody determinations
When parents are going through a divorce in Rhode Island and there are children involved, there often arise questions about the operation of child custody laws. Broadly speaking, child custody breaks down into two important categories: legal custody and physical...