Child Custody & Parenting Plans
Stepparent Custody & Visitation
Many stepparents form very close bonds with their grandchildren. But what happens when the stepparent’s relationship ends with the child’s parent? What access will the former stepparent have to the child? Read on to learn more. Basic Difference Between Custody and Visitation The terms “custody” and “visitation” or sometimes used interchangeably, but they actually have…
Read MoreTermination of Parental Rights
In a Connecticut Termination of Parental Rights, the legal relationship between a minor child and one or both parents is completely severed by the court. If the rights of only one parent are terminated, the remaining parent becomes the sole legal parent of the minor, unless and until the child is adopted by a second…
Read MoreWhat is a 3-4-4-3 Parenting Schedule?
One of the major decisions to make during a divorce is how the parenting schedule will work. Many families have a shared parenting schedule, where their children spend significant time with each parent. For many, the “normal” schedule is established, and then the plan is further refined to address special occasions like holidays and vacations. …
Read MoreWhat is an Alternating Weekend With an Overnight Parenting Schedule?
One of the major decisions to make during a divorce is how the parenting schedule will work. Many families have some form of shared parenting schedule, where their children spend significant time with each parent. For many, the “normal” schedule is established, and then the plan is further refined to address special occasions like holidays…
Read MoreCommon Joint Custody & Parenting Schedules
One of the major decisions to make during a divorce is how the parenting schedule will work. Many families have some form of shared parenting schedule, where their children spend significant time with each parent. For many, the “normal” schedule is established, and then the plan is further refined to address special occasions like holidays…
Read MoreWhat is an Alternating Week Parenting Schedule?
One of the major decisions to make during a divorce is how the parenting schedule will work. Many families have a shared parenting schedule, where their children spend significant time with each parent. For many, the “normal” schedule is established, and then the plan is further refined to address special occasions like holidays and vacations. …
Read MoreWhat is a 5-2-2-5 Parenting Schedule?
One of the major decisions to make during a divorce is how the parenting schedule will work. Many families have a shared parenting schedule, where their children spend significant time with each parent. For many, the “normal” schedule is established, and then the plan is further refined to address special occasions like holidays and vacations. …
Read MoreThird Party Custody vs Visitation
The difference between custody and visitation is confusing enough. How about the difference between third party custody and third party visitation? Read on to learn more. Basic Difference Between Custody and Visitation The terms “custody” and “visitation” or sometimes used interchangeably, but they actually have different meanings. For example, custody is a broader term. It…
Read MoreJoint Custody vs Sole Custody
Lots of confusion exists about the meaning of joint custody versus sole custody. Today we’ve set out to clear up the similarities and differences. Please read on for more. History of Joint and Sole Custody In the past, the most common custody award involved an order of sole custody to one of the parents, usually…
Read MoreConnecticut Visitation Laws
A lot of legal terminology comes into play when it comes to making custody, visitation, & parenting decisions in your divorce. It’s no wonder that a common question our divorce attorneys are asked is: “What are the Connecticut Visitation Laws?” Read on to learn more. Connecticut Child Custody Versus Visitation The terms “custody” and “visitation”…
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