Birdnesting, an innovative co-parenting arrangement, is gaining traction among separating and divorcing parents who are seeking to minimize disruption in their children's lives. This approach involves the children staying in the family home while the parents alternate...
Rhode Island Family Law Blog
How technology is benefiting co-parenting
Co-parenting is changing as the years go by. And one of the factors resulting in this change is the advancement of technology. Co-parents are now able to do things that were not possible in the past. These include: Easily access documents Documentation is crucial in...
3 types of assets that need a professional valuation during divorce
Addressing financial matters is one of the most universal requirements of modern divorce proceedings. Spouses have to identify their marital property, determine what it is worth and then figure out a fair way to split that property between the two of them. Some assets...
Balancing child custody and your career
It can be difficult for parents to adjust after divorce. Not only will the household likely have changed but so too will the time you get to spend with your children. Perhaps you are worried about balancing your career and parental responsibilities post-divorce. Here...
3 reasons NOT to keep the house after divorce
When getting divorced, people sometimes spend a lot of time thinking about why they want to keep the house. Maybe they think it will provide stability for their children or perhaps they just love the home that they already own. In some cases, it does make sense to try...
What is the goal of alimony?
Alimony will be ordered in some divorce cases, and the length can vary from one divorce to the next. Rhode Island allows for indefinite alimony in some cases, or there may be a strict deadline, such as alimony payments for the next five years. It is the court that...
How virtual visitation could benefit you and your child
Virtual visitation, which is an arrangement wherein parents use digital technology to communicate with their children, has become increasingly common as co-parents leverage every resource at their disposal to co-parent effectively in the digital age. If you have not...
How to set property division priorities pre-divorce
Setting property division priorities before you divorce is an important step in navigating the often complex and emotionally charged process of ending your marriage. Thoughtfully prioritizing your approach to the asset division process can help in achieving a fair and...
How can divorce impact your debts and credit report?
Navigating the division of debts during a divorce is a critical concern that can result in long-term financial implications. Debts accumulated during the marriage are a key component of financial division matters. Clarity in this area is crucial for both parties to...
Understanding child custody: Sole and joint custody
If you’re going through a divorce, then one of the things that you may need to discuss is your child custody rights. This is split into two parts. Legal custody is a parent’s right to decide how their child is raised. This may include whether they go to private...