FAMILY LAW – Child Custody

If your job keeps you away from home for weeks at a time or your income changes with the seasons, you may wonder how that could affect your family if you divorce. Whether you work in commercial fishing, construction, tourism or another seasonal industry, your...

Your child may be withdrawing from you. They may repeat negative things that appear to come directly from your ex-spouse. They may resist your parenting time without explanation. This pattern has a name: parental alienation. Alaska will examine credible evidence of...

As summer approaches, many Alaskan families may be thinking about taking a vacation. Those who are recently divorced may have concerns about summer custody schedules and how that will allow both parents to spend some quality time with their children this summer. Those...

There are many factors an Alaskan family court considers when determining child custody. Domestic violence is one factor that can greatly impact one’s co-parenting schedule. After a divorce, the court’s primary goal is to do what is best for the children, which means...

When parents of minor children separate or divorce in Alaska, a custody order helps both sides know what to expect when it comes to co-parenting. A thorough custody order outlines all matters of custody so that each parent is prepared to provide care for the child...

One of the most difficult aspects of a divorce for parents is the issue of child custody. It is never easy to consider this issue, but it is necessary for parents to make decisions that will be in the best interests of their children long-term. Even if you have strong...

Many divorces in Alaska end on bad terms that can create challenges when co-parenting. While both parties may not get along with each other, they must still find a way to help their children adapt to life after their parents’ divorce. Co-parenting with a difficult ex...

When an Alaskan couple with young children goes through a divorce, one of the hardest tasks they may face is deciding on a custody plan. In most cases, both parents want as much time as possible with their kids, but it’s important to create a custody schedule that...