Benefits of Placement of Minor Children in RI Family Court
There are a great many benefits to placement of minor children. In a Rhode Island divorce or physical custody case, being awarded placement of minor children carries significant legal and practical advantages. Placement of minor children affects where children live, where they attend public school, who sets daily routines, and which parent is most involved […]
Joint Placement of Minor Children in Rhode Island: When 50/50 Parenting Truly Works
Joint placement of minor children in Rhode Island is most successful when parents communicate well, cooperate, and genuinely support one another’s role in the children’s lives. While joint placement in RI is often described as a 50/50 parenting arrangement, the reality under Rhode Island law—and the Rhode Island Child Support Guidelines—is a bit more nuanced. […]
Best Interests of the Child in RI Family Court: The Paramount Principle
The best interests of the child is the Rhode Island Family Court’s one unwavering principle as it relates to minor children. This standard guides nearly every ruling and decision the court makes in matters affecting minor children in virtually every aspect of family law. What the “Best Interests of the Child” Means In Rhode Island Family Court, […]