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Can cohabitation affect spousal support or child custody?

The definition of cohabitation varies from state to state, but the term generally refers to an unmarried couple living together in a romantic relationship. According to the U.S. Census, the number of unmarried couples living together increased tenfold from 1960 to 2000. Cohabitation can be an attractive option for couples, but if you are divorced or separated from your ex-spouse, you should understand the ramifications of cohabitation before moving in with your new partner.

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If one parent is in homosexual relationship, how does this affect child custody?

When a court is asked to determine child custody, they will do so by looking at the best interests of the child. In order for them to make a change to the custody agreement, there generally must be some material change in circumstances that affects the court’s view of what is best for the child. If your ex is living with someone without being married to that person, then this may be viewed as a material change in circumstance and may be grounds for a change in the custody arrangement. This is true whether the person your ex is living with is a same-sex partner or not.

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Child Custody for Fathers

Fathers typically have a more difficult time obtaining custody of their children than mothers, but the rules are changing. Dads who want custody of their children need to know how to plan and build a successful custody case.

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Criminal Convictions Impact on Child Custody Cases

A person with prior criminal convictions may find that those prior convictions become a factor in subsequent child custody proceedings. A family court judge typically has broad discretion to make custody orders that are in the best interest of the minor children. Certain types of criminal convictions will absolutely have an impact on child custody proceedings while others types of convictions may be considered.

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What is a custodial parent?

The terms custodial parent and non-custodial parent are used in instances where two parents of a child have broken up and are no longer living together. Under a custody arrangement, one parent may receive custody of the child; the child lives with that parent. That parent is the custodial parent. The other parent, who may have visitation rights depending on the circumstances, is referred to as the non-custodial parent.

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How to Enforce Your Child Custody Order

You have been awarded custody and the other parent has child visitation. The details are contained in a court order, or child custody order. What can you do when the other parent violates or disobeys a child custody order? Examples of common child custody order violations include situations where the other parent constantly picks up or returns the child late, or even keeps the child overnight contrary to the court order. Or, the other parent may’bad mouth’ you with disparaging comments in the presence of the child, which is very often forbidden by child custody orders.

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