Child Custody: Does The Child Have Any Say?

Question: In a child custody case, does the child have any say regarding which parent they live with?

What Can Child Support Be Used For?

Question: Is it legal for my ex-wife to use the child support I’m paying her to pay off her personal loan?

5 Things To Know About Child Support Modifications

When and how to modify child support are questions that many parents find so confusing and daunting that they wind up doing nothing about their changed financial circumstances. That can be a big mistake, and can wind up costing you a lot of money and heartache down the road. While only …

DadsDivorce Live: Missouri Considers Shared Parenting Bills

The shared parenting movement is continuing to gain momentum across the country as several state legislatures are considering bills that would grant children more equal access to each of their parents following divorce.

Men’s Divorce Podcast: Courtroom Tips

Each month, Dads Divorce sponsor Cordell & Cordell produces the Men’s Divorce Podcast, which features interviews with authors, politicians and other divorce professionals on issues fathers frequently face during the divorce process. This month, several Cordell & Cordell divorce lawyers offer tips on how to survive your day in court, …

What Constitutes Emancipation For A Child Support Obligation?

Question: What constitutes emancipation for a child support obligation?

Combating False Allegations Of Child Abuse

Question: My wife has falsely accused me of abusing our child. What legal options of recourse do I have?

Is Private School Tuition Part Of Child Support?

Question: My ex-wife is putting our daughter in private school and wants me to pay half of tuition on top of the child support I’m already paying. Is private school tuition part of child support?

Shared Parenting Opposition Not Based On Facts

Across the country, the shared parenting movement is gaining momentum, and has been for years. Currently, bills are being considered in Florida, Missouri, Maryland and Massachusetts that would move toward a presumption of equal access for both parents in child custody cases. More states are expected to join the fold …

DadsDivorce Live: Child Support Harsh On Poor Parents

For years, the Federal Government has overemphasized collecting child support payments and that has led to a system that is unduly harsh on low-income and incarcerated parents.