On behalf of Topinka Law | Oct 24, 2020 | Child Custody
Most everyone knows that custody proceedings typically occur when a couple with children divorces. However, fewer people realize that you don’t have to be married in the first place to have custody rights. Even if the other parent has been the one who has had...
On behalf of Topinka Law | Oct 13, 2020 | Child Custody
You and your co-parent might not have ever been interested in being in one another’s lives long term. Thankfully, creating distance between the two of you is still possible — even when you must divide parenting time. Ahead of receiving a court-approved custody...
On behalf of Topinka Law | Oct 12, 2020 | Child Custody
Divorces are sometimes the result of a mental health condition of one of the spouses. For some, this happens because of narcissism. Unfortunately, people who go have a child with a narcissist will still have to deal with that individual because of the child. There are...
On behalf of Topinka Law | Sep 11, 2020 | Child Custody
You’ve gone through the divorce process, you understand your legal rights and you’re ready to turn your full attention to the future well-being of your children. Unfortunately, even if you have the best intentions, you’re still dealing with your ex-spouse on a regular...
On behalf of Topinka Law | Aug 28, 2020 | Child Custody
When considering your child custody arrangement, you want to give your child the type of home life that makes them comfortable, relaxed and happy. Childhood is a special time. It is supposed to be carefree and enjoyable. The home — or homes — that a child...
On behalf of Topinka Law | Aug 21, 2020 | Child Custody
Like virtually any other court order, your child custody plan is not set in stone. While it can take some effort, it is possible to convince a family court judge that a change in the plan is necessary. Amending the plan is easier when both parents agree, but it is not...
On behalf of Topinka Law | Jul 31, 2020 | Child Custody
Parents who are not married and yet share custody of their children face many challenges. They have to determine how to do the best possible job for their children, putting them first every step of the way. They also have to work together as adults, even though their...
On behalf of Topinka Law | Jul 7, 2020 | Child Custody
Trying to decide on a custody model for the children is often complicated because there are so many options to choose from. One thing that almost all models have in common is that the children go back and forth from one parent’s home to the other parent’s home. This...
On behalf of Topinka Law | Jun 26, 2020 | Child Custody
You and your partner never married because it just never felt like the right thing to do. When you found out that she was pregnant with twins, you were elated. In your mind, you felt like you’d all stay together like a family, even if you didn’t get married. Several...
On behalf of Topinka Law | Jun 13, 2020 | Child Custody
Has a guardian ad litem been appointed in your child custody battle in Pennsylvania? Since the guardian ad litem’s observations and opinions tend to hold a lot of weight with the judge in a case, it’s natural to be nervous. After all, you’re an ordinary parent, not...
