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It’s That Time of Year! 7 Ways to Cope when the Kids Go Back to School

It’s That Time of Year! 7 Ways to Cope when the Kids Go Back to School
by: Julia Rodgers It’s that time of the year again, time for the kids to go back to school. For recently divorced parents, this can be an especially difficult time of the year. There are likely many emotions surrounding this transition, and there will likely be a need for communication between parents to help facilitate…
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7 Tips for Talking to Kids About Divorce

7 Tips for Talking to Kids About Divorce
by: Julia Rodgers Divorce impacts everyone differently, and children are no exception. Oftentimes, the way in which a divorce plays out can affect the magnitude of such an impact. During times of transition, such as divorce, one of the best ways to help children adjust in a healthy way is to talk about it. Opening…
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Allocation of Children’s Extracurricular Activity Costs

Allocation of Children’s Extracurricular Activity Costs
By: Jennifer R. Silva, Esq. With children returning to school for a new school year, they will be returning to their many extra-curricular activities, as well.   While negotiating a divorce agreement, it is important to address the allocation of these child-related expenses.  The financial ability of each parent should be examined in order to determine…
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What is a Parenting Coordinator and do I need one?

What is a Parenting Coordinator and do I need one?
By: Christina Pashou As a parent, you have the right to parent your child(ren) as you see fit. However, this often results in conflict, if you and your child’s other parent do not agree on certain child related matters. In high-conflict separations or divorces, parenting issues may arise with greater frequencies that continue to bring…
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