January 6,
2017 – Bains Law Firm
In a divorce
with minor children, both spouses need to consider the importance of creating a
parenting plan. A parenting plan will determine how much time each spouse
spends with the children. A parenting plan will also determine who has primary
custody, where the children live, and where the children spend the holidays.
The plan can set forth who is responsible for transportation and other major
decisions. A parenting plan, once signed by the court, will determine how the
parents will be co-parenting after the divorce.
The primary
caregiver is the parent who will have the children most of the time. The Court
decides, who will be the primary caregiver, based on what is in the best interest of the child. The best
interest of the child is a legal standard that the Court follows, consisting of
many factors.
When making
decisions about how to draft a parenting plan, consider the implications of
each decision. Every family is different and the needs of each family differ as
well. Both spouses should consider a
reasonable parenting plan not only suitable for their needs but that which
serves the best interest of the child.
Divorce with
minor children can be emotionally difficult and decisions about a parenting
plan can affect you for many years. We have years of experience helping our
clients through the difficulty of divorce and creating a suitable parenting
plan. Contact us today at (253) 838 – 3377 or email at Office@bainslawfirm.com, to talk about your divorce or need
to create a parenting plan.
