Thanksgiving is one of the most challenging holidays for a newly separated family. Your usual traditions and plans may be upended, and you might not even spend Thanksgiving with your children. But being separated or divorced doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy Thanksgiving. It’ll be different, to be sure, but it’s also a good moment to […]
Category Archives: Family Law
Co-parenting can be a challenging endeavor, especially when one or both parents are dealing with the aftermath of a criminal defense case. In these situations, it is essential to prioritize the well-being of the children and maintain open lines of communication with your co-parent. In this blog post, we will discuss five tips for successful co-parenting communication […]
In New Hampshire, a divorced couple can continue to share a house or another major asset. New Hampshire is an equitable distribution state. This means that the family court must equitably, though not necessarily equally, divide marital property and assets upon divorce. A divorcing couple can decide that sharing certain assets, such as a home […]
Social media may allow us to stay in touch with family and friends worldwide, but its downsides are legend when used recklessly. In particular, many married couples only realize the harmful effect these platforms can have on marriage once it’s too late. Research has shown a correlation between social media and unhappiness in marriage, including […]
After you separate, you might feel a bit depressed because you spend less time with your kids. But springtime in New Hampshire allows you to make the most of your time with them. Our state has a range of fun, family-friendly activities that will ramp up the excitement of every visit and create memories that […]
After a DWI arrest, your mind is likely spinning, thinking of all of the damaging consequences that could arise from it. If you’re currently in a child custody dispute, the worry of losing custody of your kids may be at the top of the list. While a DWI arrest is certainly not to your advantage […]
School is back in session, but life has significantly changed for your family. Your kids are now juggling two households. Communication with your ex about the kids has become more complicated. Emotions among all family members may be running high. But life will go much smoother if you and your co-parent commit to approaching the […]
In 2014, New Hampshire passed laws explicitly allowing people to grow their families through gestational surrogacy. New Hampshire’s laws are some of the most surrogacy-friendly in the country. They apply to all individuals and couples, regardless of marital status or sexual identity, as long as they meet the statutory requirements. Since New Hampshire instituted these laws, […]
Marrying your high school sweetheart sounds like a romantic fairytale. You’ve shared so many firsts: your first steps into adulthood, your first home, and maybe even your first kiss. Unfortunately, the reality isn’t quite as idyllic. The divorce rate for high school sweethearts is 54 percent during the first ten years of marriage. This high divorce […]
Since you’ve begun the New Hampshire divorce process, you might have noticed that you haven’t felt like yourself. In fact, you don’t feel much of anything. It is almost as if you’re operating on auto-pilot as you prepare for the split, but nothing emotionally affects you. Feeling such numbness during divorce is entirely normal. According […]