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How can I protect my assets during my divorce?

According to the Centers for Disease Control, the divorce rate in the United States is around 2.3 per 1,000 people. Divorce can still be challenging and emotionally taxing despite this relatively low rate. Amidst the turmoil, it is important to consider how to protect...

Can you keep the family home after your divorce?

Going through a divorce is undoubtedly a tumultuous time in your life. Amidst all the emotional and logistical changes, you may wonder about the fate of your family home. Staying in your house can be comforting, as it provides a sense of stability during an otherwise...

Can your ex-spouse move to another state with the kids?

Following your divorce, it is possible that you and your ex-spouse will lead very separate lives. If you have children together, though, then any decisions made by either party are likely to impact the entire family. If your co-parent expresses a desire to move to...

What To Know About a High-Asset Divorce

Going through a divorce is a challenging and emotional process for everyone who faces this situation. It can be particularly complicated if you and your spouse have significant assets. With a thorough understanding of your rights, you can navigate complex financial...

The effect of parental alienation on child custody

Parental alienation is a malicious act, regardless of whether or not the offending parent is cognizant of their behavior. Any instance of one parent physically distancing their child from the other parent or unduly influencing the child's opinion of that parent can be...

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Child custody discussions and disputes require a separation of your emotions from the best interests of your child. At the law office of Amy M. Levine & Associates, we help our clients set their frustrations aside and keep their children’s welfare and peace of mind at the forefront of any decision they make.

For more information on shared parenting plans, schedule a free consultation with a lawyer at Amy M. Levine & Associates online or call us at 614-360-2942 in Columbus, Ohio.

Helping Parents Reach Joint Custody Agreements

As part of a divorce, shared parenting plans are similar to what is considered joint custody, joint legal custody or joint physical custody in other states. Upon approval, both parents enjoy legal status of being the residential parent. However, cases exist where one parent is the residential parent. While the other parent has parenting time, they do not share equal authority in major decisions affecting the children.

In parenting plans that focus on the best interests of children, certain factors are considered by the courts:

  • Ability of both parents to cooperate and make joint decisions for the children
  • Ability of each parent to encourage a loving relationship between the child and other parent
  • History of or potential for violence or abuse
  • Geographical proximity of parents to each other and how it affects shared parenting
  • Recommendation of the guardian ad litem of the child, if necessary

One factor that is not considered is preference toward a parent because of financial status. Also, child support remains a factor, but agreements between parents and approved by a judge can be lower than what state statutes allow.

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Family Law

Amy M. Levine
View Profile

Our Latest Blog Posts

How can I protect my assets during my divorce?

According to the Centers for Disease Control, the divorce rate in the United States is around 2.3 per 1,000 people. Divorce can still be challenging and emotionally taxing despite this relatively low rate. Amidst the turmoil, it is important to consider how to protect...

Can you keep the family home after your divorce?

Going through a divorce is undoubtedly a tumultuous time in your life. Amidst all the emotional and logistical changes, you may wonder about the fate of your family home. Staying in your house can be comforting, as it provides a sense of stability during an otherwise...

Can your ex-spouse move to another state with the kids?

Following your divorce, it is possible that you and your ex-spouse will lead very separate lives. If you have children together, though, then any decisions made by either party are likely to impact the entire family. If your co-parent expresses a desire to move to...

What To Know About a High-Asset Divorce

Going through a divorce is a challenging and emotional process for everyone who faces this situation. It can be particularly complicated if you and your spouse have significant assets. With a thorough understanding of your rights, you can navigate complex financial...

The effect of parental alienation on child custody

Parental alienation is a malicious act, regardless of whether or not the offending parent is cognizant of their behavior. Any instance of one parent physically distancing their child from the other parent or unduly influencing the child's opinion of that parent can be...

Visit Our Blog

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