As previous posts have suggested, some of the work we take the most pride in is not in the courtroom.Whether it pertains to a dad's kids or a man's hard-earned property, we do more at our law office than simply advocate for our clients in court or at the negotiation...
Parenting Plans And Parenting Time
Why rules about not criticizing the other parent are important
It is fairly common to include in Nebraska parenting plans a provision that the two parents are not to criticize one another in front of the children or say or imply anything negative about the other parent.Some Omaha dads might think, however, that this sort of...
What should be included in my parenting plan?
Nebraska is a state that really tries to encourage parents to get along with each other when it comes to custody and parenting time. This approach can be a huge advantage to fathers in the Omaha area who want to maintain a relationship with their children. After all,...
New co-parenting moms can make Father’s Day special
You and your ex are trying your best to co-parent. You both put your children first. As you went through the divorce process, you made all of your decisions with the children in mind. While you and their father have differences, you know that it is important to...
More Nebraska grandparents are caring for grandchildren
For most parents, the assumption is that when children reach adulthood and move out, they can move on from the responsibilities of raising children to enjoy their golden years. When their children have kids, they can become doting grandparents, the kind who take kids...
Why is a Nebraska judge drafting the parenting plan in my case?
In Nebraska, there are certain checks and balances that state legislators have put into place to ensure that children are protected from harm. This same system is also intended to offer both parents a fair shake when it comes to enjoying parenting time with their...
Is your parenting schedule realistic?
Trying to do too much with a complicated parenting plan could add a great deal of stress to a single parent's life, which will be difficult enough to manage and adjust to as it is. In this respect, Nebraska parents need to stay realistic when it comes to creating...
Doing nothing with your children may be the most valuable pastime
When setting up your parenting plan, you may start mentally planning for all of the things you want to do with your kids. You want to make sure every second you spend with them is productive and fun.Your intentions are good, but parenting experts warn against planning...
Do you know what the right of first refusal really is?
You and your spouse are getting divorced, and you believe custody is going to get split evenly between the two of you. That's common these days and you're both great parents.One of your friends, who already got divorced, tells you that you should consider adding a...
The importance of avoiding emotional tunnel vision
Divorce experts warn that people who split up can get what they call "emotional tunnel vision."Essentially, the divorce is taxing. Maybe they didn't want to split up. Maybe they did, but it's still a huge change in their lives, and they have trouble adjusting. These...