Artificial intelligence (AI) seems to be everywhere – whether you’re looking for it or not. Interestingly, AI can be very valuable for those who are co-parenting after separation or divorce. It can be particularly useful when you’re struggling to find the right way to...
Parenting in the Digital Age can understandably inspire conflicts between co-parents concerning screen time. Smartphones, tablets, gaming consoles and streaming services are now central to many children’s daily routines. Without clear expectations, inconsistent rules...
Child custody orders in Hawaii are not always permanent. As families grow and change, the law allows custody arrangements to be modified. However, a judge must approve any change. The deciding factors in all custody cases, including modification requests, are the...
Life is about change, and divorce brings more change than most things. The birdnesting arrangement, where children stay in the family home while parents rotate living there, that once seemed ideal may now be presenting unexpected challenges. When do you know it is...
Living in Hawaii means island hopping is part of life. However, when your co-parent wants to relocate to another island with your child, the situation becomes far more complex than a simple flight across the water. Under Hawaii law, any significant change in a child's...
Child custody and relocation cases can be deeply emotional and legally complex. When a family separates, the question of who gets to care for the children and where they will live can be a major point of contention. Hawaii residents facing these issues need to know...
Living in Hawaii can often feel like living in paradise. However, trouble can still brew in paradise, especially regarding family life. If you find yourself in a situation where your ex-partner is not adhering to the agreed-upon custody terms, it can be incredibly...
Picture this: you have just accepted a job offer in a different state, but your children will remain in Hawaii with your former spouse. As a co-parent, nothing is more important than ensuring your child's well-being and happiness. But how can you stay involved in...
There are generally two paths to securing a valid custody order in Hawaii. Some parents sit down and discuss their issues. They can then present the courts with arrangements in an uncontested custody case. Other times, when parents don't agree about how to divide...
It can be difficult for those who divorce to transition to living independently afterward. Given the high cost of living in Hawaii, people may find it particularly difficult to maintain a similar standard of living after ending a marriage. This is especially true when...
