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Men play an important role in their children’s lives

On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Jan 4, 2021 | Child Custody

In the past, the court system viewed women as caregivers more prominently than men. As a result, many fathers faced bias and lost time with their children. Today, the courts believe that children need both parents and that fathers do have as much of a role in their...

With custody and visitation, it’s important to be flexible when illnesses occur

On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Dec 4, 2020 | Child Custody

If your child is sick during the holidays, one of the most difficult things to deal with is how you are going to adjust. They may be home from school or have a tight schedule going between homes for Christmas Eve, Christmas, Hanukkah or other important events. As a...

Is your ex interrupting your time with your child?

On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Aug 31, 2020 | Child Custody

“So honey, how was your week?” Your daughter is about to answer when her phone rings. It’s her mom. Again. Your daughter looks at you, mouths “Sorry, dad,” and answers the call, not wanting to upset her mother, or in case it is something urgent. When you divorced, you...

High conflict divorce can impact children

On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Aug 12, 2020 | Child Custody

Divorce is an event that sometimes causes the worst side of adults to come out. Each side might dig their heels in and fight for what they think they’re due. While this is just human nature, it’s something that can have negative impacts when there are children...

With schedule changes at work, custody schedules can be disrupted

On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Jun 16, 2020 | Child Custody

This year, custody has been tough. During the school year, you lost your job. Suddenly, you were rushing around trying to make ends meet and still needed to afford to care for your child. You were fortunate and got a new job right away, but the new schedule conflicts...

Can your ex make emergency decisions for your child?

On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | May 12, 2020 | Child Custody

Parents have the ability to make emergency decisions for their children. Say your child is involved in a car accident while coming home from school. They get badly injured and they’re rushed to the hospital. You can talk to the doctors about what type of care you want...

Splitting up custody could help your children thrive after divorce

On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Apr 24, 2020 | Child Custody

You have two children. One is five, and the other is nine. They get along well, but one of them needs much more care than the other. One of the conflicts you had in your home was your spouse saying that your child with special needs was taking too much away from your...

Reasons to seek sole custody

On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Apr 8, 2020 | Child Custody

If you want to seek sole physical and legal custody of your children during a divorce, know that this may become a high-conflict case. Most parents do not want to give up all custody rights, and the courts generally prefer to split up custody, as well. They want to...

If you’re getting divorced, tell the kids together

On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Apr 1, 2020 | Child Custody

Divorce is the ultimate way for a married couple to decide to divide their lives. It’s a way of stepping back and declaring that you’re going to go your separate ways and do this on your own from now on. If you’re parents, though, there is one more thing you need to...

How does domestic violence affect a Massachusetts custody case?

On behalf of Claudette-Jean Girard, Attorney at Law | Feb 25, 2020 | Child Custody

Every child custody case, no matter where or when it occurs, is decided based on what’s in the best interests of the child. Most states have a fairly specific list of things that family judges are supposed to consider (although there’s often leeway for judges to...

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