Category Archives: Child Support

Does a GAL Apply to Your Case?

Does a GAL Apply to Your Case?

A Guardian Ad Litem, commonly referred to as a “GAL”, plays a significant role in divorce and post-divorce cases where child custody and visitation are at issue. A GAL is almost always appointed in highly contested child custody cases. If the GAL is experienced and capable, the court more often than not adopts the recommendations…

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All Sources of Income Included in Child Support Calculation

It’s important to remember that when calculating the amount of child support to be paid, you must include income from all sources, including bonuses, commissions and the more unusual income that an employee can derive from restricted stock options and other unique kinds of compensation for employment. On January 22, 2016, the Appeals Court in…

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4 Tips to Survive Summer Co-Parenting

Have a plan: A Court Order is a way to prevent problems that can occur due to co-parenting conflicts. The plan should specifically identify the summer vacation parenting schedule, as it may differ from the academic year parenting schedule. Flexibility: While the Court Order will be a “fallback” plan for the parties, it is usually…

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Divorced Parents: Who Pays For College Tuition After Divorce?

Divorced Parents: Who Pays For College Tuition After Divorce?

As a parent, one of the proudest moments you may experience is when your child walks across the stage to receive his/her high school diploma. This moment is a significant milestone in your child’s life, as well as the beginning of a new chapter – sending them off to college. The sky-rocketing cost of tuition…

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