Summer break can be an exciting time for children, but it can also create stress for parents who share custody. If your co-parenting plan was created during a divorce, summer schedules may require extra coordination. For co-parents in Columbus, OH, planning ahead can help summer feel smoother and more enjoyable for everyone involved. Open communication […]
Child Custody
Unmarried Parents’ Rights in Columbus, OH
When a child is born to unmarried parents in Ohio, both parents still have rights and responsibilities under state law. However, those rights differ significantly from cases where the parents are married. In Columbus and throughout the state, unmarried parents must often take additional steps to establish legal parentage and then determine things like custody […]
What Is a Custodial Parent?
When parents go through a divorce or separation, one of the most important questions is: Who will the child live with? The answer often involves the role of a custodial parent. This term comes up a lot in family law cases, and it’s important to understand what it means and how it affects parenting rights […]
What’s the Difference Between Legal Custody and Physical Custody in Ohio?
Custody of a child determines who has the right to make important decisions for the child, who the child lives with, and who cares for the child when parents divorce or are not married. Legal custody and physical custody are common terms used to describe a parent’s rights and responsibilities regarding their child. Ohio has […]
What is the Child Custody Process in Ohio?
If you have minor children, you will need to plan for them as part of your divorce or dissolution. As you think about what’s best for your children, it’s important to understand some of the key terms: custody, parenting time (also called visitation) and shared parenting. Once you decide what you’d like to ask for […]
Guardian Ad Litem
Guardian Ad Litem: A Brief Introduction Guardians ad litem, or GALs, are often appointed by the courts in family law cases (juvenile and domestic relations) to assist the court in determining what outcome would serve the child’s, or children’s best interests. A court may limit a GAL’s authority to investigate only limited matters or it […]
Shared Parenting
At Atkins And Atkins Attorneys at Law, we understand that every family is unique and that navigating the complexities of child custody decisions can be challenging. Our team of dedicated family law attorneys are here to help you understand the differences between shared parenting and sole custody so you can make the best decision for […]
What is an Unfit Parent?
At Atkins And Atkins Attorneys at Law, we understand that child custody disputes can be emotionally charged and stressful experiences. In the state of Ohio, custody proceedings between a parent and a nonparent may involve a determination of parental unsuitability, or whether a parent is considered “unfit” to have custody of their child. Parental Unsuitability […]
Understanding Child Abandonment in Ohio
At Atkins And Atkins Attorneys at Law, we understand that navigating the complexities of family law can be an emotionally challenging and confusing process. In the state of Ohio, one issue that may arise in family law cases is child abandonment. In this blog post, we will provide an overview of child abandonment, its implications, […]
Here’s how to make co-parenting your teen easier
Being a teenager is hard, and things can get much more complicated when parents divorce. But even if your teen seems ready to do things without your help, there are several things you can do to make his or her adolescence go more smoothly. Effectively co-parenting with your ex-spouse is a good place to start. […]
