by Cristi McMurdie | May 7, 2018 | Co-Parenting
Mother’s Day is this Sunday. For divorced or co-parenting moms, it can be an especially emotional day. Small children may be unaware or unable to celebrate mom without some parental help. And honoring the mother of your children can go a long way toward...
by Cristi McMurdie | Apr 2, 2018 | Co-Parenting
As the kids begin the countdown to summer break, are you anticipating a blissful, relaxing time-off from the routine? Or is co-parenting chaos your new summer norm? Summer can present challenges for co-parenting families. From road trips and sleep-away camp to family...
by Cristi McMurdie | Mar 1, 2018 | Finances
Settling finances can be one of the most difficult and trying aspects of divorce. It’s complex and confusing and couples rarely see eye-to-eye. Thanks to the new Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, it’ll be even tougher. Some areas that may impact divorcing couples...
by Cristi McMurdie | Feb 1, 2018 | Co-Parenting, Divorce
Spring Break is around the corner. A little advance planning and a review of your custody agreement can avoid snags with your ex-spouse that could ruin the fun. While situations vary, you can ensure the ground rules for spring break travel are set in advance by...
by Cristi McMurdie | Jan 6, 2018 | Divorce, Mediation
The term “mediation” broadly refers to any instance in which a third party helps others reach agreement. More specifically, mediation has a structure, timetable and dynamics that “ordinary” negotiation lacks. The process is private and confidential and can produce...