Child Custody

If you are fresh out of a divorce (or even in the midst), chances are good that you might need a little break. And what could be better than a vacation and bonding with your children? That can definitely be a good plan. But before you start packing your bags, it’s...

When parents have different ideas about what kind of education their children receive, it can be a considerable source of conflict. Debates between public vs. private school, a religious-based school vs. homeschooling or whether to send a gifted child to a specialized...

Child custody decisions need to be made when parents get a divorce. Many things that they do jointly during their marriage have to be considered after the divorce, so a custody order is necessary. This helps to give children stability, it defines parental rights and...

Ending a relationship with your child’s other parent shifts the dynamics between the adults in such a way that it may affect the children. It’s critical that both adults take steps to minimize the impact the split has on the children. One way that you and your ex can...

When parents separate, travel and relocation can be key issues. One common question is whether one parent can take a child out of state if they have shared custody. Indiana law has clear rules for both short trips and permanent moves. Below are some important factors...

Life doesn’t stay the same, and sometimes, neither should your custody order. If your current arrangement no longer works for your child’s best interests, Indiana law allows you to ask the court for a change. But not every change in circumstance justifies a custody...

When parents of an infant go through a separation or divorce, the act of creating a parenting plan requires special effort. Infants have specific emotional, physical and developmental requirements that must be prioritized in any custody arrangement. It is for this...

There’s a growing movement toward homeschooling in the United States, for several reasons. Some parents feel like the overcrowded classrooms and lack of resources are providing substandard education, and they can do better at home. Others have safety concerns, due to...

Young kids benefit significantly from visual and interactive engagements with parents. As a result, when they are living in two different homes due to a co-parenting arrangement, they often do well when a virtual visitation arrangement allows them to connect with...

Children may be negatively impacted by their parents’ divorce, at least for a time. However, co-parenting plans help ensure that can children get attention from both parents and maintain a healthy relationship with each parent under most circumstances. While...