During the divorce process, you may feel overwhelmed by the number of arguments or disagreements you face while separating from your ex-spouse. If you are prone to stress, a typical litigated divorce may not suit your needs. Learning more about mediation can help you...
PLM Family Law
Year: 2021
Will 50/50 child custody work for your family?
North Dakota couples who are going through a divorce may be considering 50/50 child custody. While it may make initial sense to have both parents playing equal roles in the child's life, implementing this strategy can be a bit difficult for some families. Think about...
How to plan for your divorce before filing
North Dakota spouses who are thinking of filing for divorce shouldn't do so in haste. It's a good idea to sit down and prepare for the procedure. By understanding what's involved in a divorce, you can better prepare yourself both financially and emotionally to deal...
Collaborative divorce can benefit both parties
When North Dakota couples choose to divorce, they might believe that divorce inevitably ends up in a drawn-out court battle. While some marriages do end this way and are costly to settle, another option that couples have is a collaborative divorce. The process can be...
Adopting stepchildren in North Dakota: 3 important facts
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2018 there were an estimated 3,857,632 stepchildren in U.S. households. In North Dakota alone (only taking into account minors), the number was approximately 4,888. While there are stories of wicked stepmothers, there are also...
How to create an effective parenting plan
One of the biggest challenges you may face as a divorced North Dakota parent is in dealing with custody and visitation. The foundation of effective co-parenting is a strong plan, which you will create during the divorce process. Focusing on your child There are a few...
Why is the divorce process delayed?
There are many types of events and actions that can cause the divorce process to become delayed and can make it take longer than necessary for the divorce to be finalized in North Dakota. The process can become delayed if one of the spouses refuses to sign the...
Should you turn to mediation in a divorce?
Mediation is a helpful process that can allow you and your spouse to come to an agreement after filing for divorce in North Dakota. Mediation is often useful if you're trying to agree on who gets custody or how to divide your assets. It can allow you to get...
How to pass a home study for adoption in North Dakota
Many adoptive parents feel nervous about the home study part of the process. Rest assured that social workers aren't looking for perfection. They are checking that the environment is safe for raising children as they work on matching the child with the right parents....
What is an open adoption?
For many couples in North Dakota, nothing is quite as exciting as anticipating the adoption of a child. If you're in the midst of this process, you may have heard about open adoptions. Every adoption is unique, but the goal of any good parent is to protect his or her...