Shared custody is common when parents divorce. While a truly even division of parental rights and responsibilities is difficult to achieve in many cases, judges settling custody disputes often try to give both parents time with the children and a say in their...
Child Custody
4 FAQs about child custody in Nebraska
Separating from your partner may be a challenging experience, but that does not make it a bad experience. If you and your ex have a child together and are worried about how this change will affect them, do not fret. By filing for custody and following the legal steps...
After a divorce, who makes decisions for your child?
You and your spouse get divorced, but you already have a child together, so you know that this is not fully the end of your relationship. The marriage may end, but you are still going to share physical custody of your child. You will have to make child custody...
2 different types of child custody
If you’re going through a divorce as a parent, the two things you’re probably most focused on are property division and child custody. You need to know how to split up the assets that you and your spouse own, and you also have to divide parental duties in relation to...
Co-parents can use AI to their advantage
Co-parenting can be challenging, often especially because this arrangement compels adults to actively try to balance schedules, maintain communication and manage the emotional complexities of raising children in separate households all at the same time. Fortunately,...
How children’s wishes influence custody decisions in Nebraska
When parents in Nebraska separate, determining child custody becomes a crucial step. Nebraska law prioritizes the child's best interests in these cases. But do children's wishes play a role in custody decisions? The answer is yes and understanding how courts consider...
Do mothers have more rights than fathers?
It is late at night, and your child spikes a fever. Who gets the call? Traditionally, it is Mom. But in the midst of a divorce, who has the right to make such crucial decisions? Will mothers gain more rights than fathers in custody decisions? Looking at a new lens In...
Balancing your needs with your child’s best interest during divorce
Divorce is a challenging journey that affects both parents and children. As you navigate this difficult time, finding a balance between your needs and your child's best interests is crucial. Emotions run high, but remember that your child's well-being should always be...
5 FAQs about child custody in Nebraska
When parents decide to part ways, determining child custody is crucial. In Nebraska, like most states, the laws aim to prioritize the child's best interests. Here, we address some frequently asked questions about child custody in the Cornhusker State. 1. How are...
Does joint custody mean equal time?
The term "joint custody" often evokes a sense of balance, a shared responsibility in raising children even after divorce. While this is certainly the intention, joint custody does not always lead to a 50/50 timeshare. Many factors determine the allocation of parenting...

