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If you are getting ready to seek custody of your children in Rhode Island, there are things you can do to prepare for court. As with any other endeavor, preparation is the first step toward success. Before the hearing Before your court date, you should study the state...
Divorce is very common in Rhode Island, but you can find love again. If you get remarried, you may wonder what might happen with your child support and custody orders. It’s worth knowing what impact your new marriage may have on these matters. What happens if you’re...
If you are a parent living in Rhode Island and you need to work out a plan to share custody with the other parent, you may have wondered whether 50/50 joint custody is the best solution. This is often best for the child although there can be a few drawbacks....
After your Rhode Island divorce, you may consider moving for new employment and housing opportunities. If you have children and have primary custody, you may think you are able to make all the final decisions about the specifics of your move. However, depending on...
If you're sharing custody of your children with your ex in Rhode Island, there are a few tips to follow to ensure that you're both satisfied with the details of your arrangement. This means writing down a co-parenting plan. What should be in your co-parenting plan?...
When estranged or divorced Rhode Island couples go through child custody disputes, the courts will normally order the non-custodial parents to pay child support to the custodial parents. In addition to child support, the non-custodial parents may also be ordered to...
Once you've finalized your divorce in Rhode Island, many parenting guides recommend keeping in touch with your former spouse. Unfortunately, doing so isn't always the best option. If they keep causing conflict or trying to turn your child against you, you might have...
Divorces don't just split up two spouses; the process divides spouses' finances, parenting rights, residences and much more. In general, Rhode Island courts encourage former spouses to come up with co-parenting agreements on their own, but amicable child custody isn't...
Before settling a child custody dispute, a judge might order a child custody evaluation. This evaluation helps the judge decide which parent can provide the best environment for the child. While a custody evaluation isn't meant to be a "contest" between the parents,...
Several months ago, you agreed to pay a certain amount of child support. But your income isn't going to stay the same forever. If you've experienced a sudden downturn in wages, you can't be expected to pay the same amount and have enough to cover your other bills. How...
