When parents separate, the traditional hope is often that they can co-parent cooperatively, working together to make decisions and maintain stability for their children. However, this is not always possible or advisable. For a variety of reasons, ranging from...
When children are navigating their early years, co-parenting schedules tend to focus on consistency, routine and physical care. As children grow into tweens and teens, those needs evolve—and so should their parenting plans. Adolescents require structure, but they also...
When parents in Connecticut decide to separate, they must agree on child custody arrangements. These arrangements cover how parents will make major decisions about their child's life and how they will share time with the child. If parents cannot reach an agreement,...
After the end of a relationship between parents, establishing shared custody is standard practice. Each parent has a certain amount of time with the children and also a degree of legal authority. The parents usually need to communicate regularly about the children to...
Relocation or moving away to a new home can make child custody arrangements tricky. In Connecticut, both parents have the right to a relationship with their children, whether they're married or not. When one parent moves, it can be hard to maintain that shared...
When parents separate, determining child custody can be challenging. Here are five frequently asked questions about child custody in Connecticut, providing clarity on this sensitive issue. 1. What are the types of custody? In Connecticut, child custody encompasses two...