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Which Parent Pays Child Support?
In most cases, the custodial parent will receive child support payments from the non-custodial parent. The custodial parent is the parent who has primary physical custody of the child – meaning the child lives with them more than 50% of the time. In situations where...
What is a Step-Father Adoption?
A step-father adoption is a process where the step-father adopts the child of his spouse. This process can be done through either the court system or an agency. The benefits of a step-father adoption are many. Not only does it provide legal protection for the child,...
What Is a DVRO?
A DVRO is a Domestic Violence Restraining Order. In order to get one, you must have been the victim of domestic violence, or have reason to believe that you are in danger of becoming a victim of domestic violence. If you have been the victim of domestic violence, or...
What Should I Do If I Intend on Getting Divorced?
The first step when it comes to getting a divorce is to consult with an attorney to discuss your options. You will need to gather all relevant financial documentation, such as tax returns, pay stubs, and bank statements. It is also important to create a list of all...
Are Most Divorces Contentious?
When people divorce, it is not always because they have fallen out of love with each other. In fact, most divorces are actually due to irreconcilable differences. This means that the couple simply cannot see eye to eye on certain important matters, such as finances or...
Can I Get the Judge to Reconsider Their Order?
In short, yes, you can file to get the judge to reconsider their motion. The first requirement is timelines. Under Section 1008(a) states that the motion must be filed within 10 days after service upon the party of written notice of entry of the order. If you file...
What are Ex Parte Orders?
In the often complex world of family law, Ex Parte Orders can feel sudden and leave you reeling. One such action is an ex parte order. As fathers navigating custody disputes, understanding what these orders are, how they come about, and what they mean for your rights...
Founder Mark Reel Jr. Interviews Arkansas Attorney Brian Vandiver About New Custody Laws in Arkansas
Mark Reel Jr. interviews Brian Vandiver of Cox, Sterling, McClure, and Vandiver PLLC on TFRM presents STATE of the FAMILY COURTS with Mark Reel Jr. Brian talks about his experience helping pass the country's strongest equal and shared parenting bill in 2021 in the...
TFRM presents STATE of the FAMILY COURTS – Minnesota
California Family Law Attorney and Founder of Reel Fathers Rights APC Mark Reel Jr., speaks with guest Ryan McLaughlin, a Minnesota Family Law Attorney about family law in Minnesota and California, as well as constitutional arguments that can be used in Family Law...