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Book

Building a parenting agreement that works : child custody agreements step by step

Author

Mimi Lee

Call Number

  • 346.0173 L4793 2018 (EAS, POW)

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Edition

9th edition.

Publication Information

Berkeley, California : Nolo, [2018]

Physical Description

337 pages : forms ; 28 cm

Summary

Working out a fair and realistic custody agreement is often crucial in protecting children's best interests, but may seem impossible for divorcing parents. Zemmelman shows how to overcome obstacles and build a win-win custody agreement that provides practical solutions and resolves important issues, allowing you-- and your children-- to thrive. -- adapted from back cover.

Contents

  • Introduction
  • Taking stock of your situation
  • An introduction to parenting agreements
  • Getting organized
  • How to negotiate a parenting agreement
  • Building your agreement
  • Basic elements
  • More parenting issues
  • Serious situations
  • Special challenges
  • Child support, alimony, and jointly held property
  • Making mediation and arbitration work for you
  • Making changes
  • Understanding your children's needs
  • Multiracial, multicultural, and international families
  • Nontraditional families
  • State and federal laws affecting child custody
  • Help beyond the book.

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