When most people envision co-parenting, they think of children moving according to a preset custody schedule between two separate parental households. While this is a common arrangement post-divorce, it is not the only solution. Since the “traditional” living...
PLM Family Law
Year: 2021
What is gaslighting?
Emotionally abusive tactics often play a role in divorce. These tactics may even persist well after your divorce is complete, which can complicate co-parenting and other matters. According to Healthline, gaslighting is a common form of abuse that occurs within...
What factors does North Dakota consider in child custody cases?
When two people in North Dakota have a child together but are unable to agree on parenting time or custody terms, they may request that the state's family court system come up with an arrangement on their behalf. When making decisions about child custody, courts and...
What is a postnuptial agreement?
You have probably heard of prenuptial agreements, which set terms in the event a married couple chooses to divorce in the future. These agreements cover things like spousal support, property and asset division, as well as other financial matters. According to U.S....
What are the most common types of adoptions?
Adopting a child can be an exciting but overwhelming journey, especially when you first start to learn about the different types of adoptions. While in the past most adoptions were closed ones, the same is not true today. Open adoptions According to FindLaw, this kind...
How can you prevent arguments while co-parenting?
One of the most stressful parts of divorce is often dealing with your ex-spouse in the context of co-parenting. Tensions may run high and neither of you may agree with each other, even when it comes to important topics like schooling or education. Knowing how to...
What should you know about asset hiding?
As you go through divorce, you will have a lot of things on your plate. Mentally, emotionally and even physically, divorce is a taxing process. Unfortunately, some opportunistic spouses might take your distraction and stress as a chance to hide assets. Asset hiding is...
3 reasons behind the spike in gray divorces
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the nation's divorce rate is in decline. In the decade between 2009 and 2019, it dropped significantly along with marriage rates. However, there is one demographic defying this trend. Gray divorces, the breakup of marriages among...
What are the biggest hurdles faced by grey divorcees?
Every couple faces their own unique hurdles and difficulties when going through divorce. But some age groups have a harder time than others. For example, grey divorcees often struggle with more aspects of divorce than their younger counterparts. But why is this the...
What should you know about spousal support?
When you and your spouse divorce, one of you may receive spousal support. A Minnesota court uses several factors to decide which of you will receive this financial assistance. According to the Minnesota Legislature, courts usually award spousal support so that people...