Over the last half century, society has become much more mobile. According to recent Census data, the average American moves 11.7 times in their lifetime. But what happens if you share a child with someone and you are no longer living with that person? Can you just...
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Massachusetts Custody Orders and the Coronavirus
We have received many questions regarding parenting plans and visitation given the stay at home advisory issued by Governor Baker. Last week, John D. Casey, the chief justice of Massachusetts’ probate and family court issued an open letter regarding the issue:...
Custody and Parenting time during the Coronavirus (COVID19)
In what feels like the blink of an eye, life has changed dramatically for families in Massachusetts in a way that none of us could have predicted. Bars and restaurants are closed until further notice. Schools across the state have been closed by order of the...
Reasons to Embrace “Virtual Parenting Time”
Courts will typically establish a parenting schedule detailing when the children will be with what parent. However, with advancements in technology, a more detailed "virtual parenting" schedule may be desirable as well to supplement in-person parenting. There are many...