by Kirkland & Sommers, Co., L.P.A | Last updated Dec 19, 2025 | Published on Sep 16, 2021 | Child Custody, Divorce
Understanding the Guardian ad Litem If you become involved in a child custody dispute, you may hear the term Guardian ad Litem (“GAL”). It’s important to understand the GAL’s role in a child custody dispute. What is a Guardian ad Litem? “Guardian ad Litem” is Latin... 
by Kirkland & Sommers, Co., L.P.A | Last updated Dec 19, 2025 | Published on Sep 9, 2021 | Child Custody, Divorce
Child custody disputes can be the hardest part of a divorce for many people. They are usually fraught with tension and emotion. Through it all, however, try to keep one thing in mind: All the court is trying to do is determine the best interests of your child(ren).... 
by Kirkland & Sommers, Co., L.P.A | Last updated Dec 19, 2025 | Published on Aug 6, 2021 | Child Custody
When same-sex marriages result in divorce, the process is the same as it is for any other couple, straight or gay. Being in a same-sex marriage has no impact on standard court orders, which are gender-neutral. It doesn’t change asset distributions or even spousal... 
by Kirkland & Sommers, Co., L.P.A | Last updated Dec 10, 2023 | Published on Jul 9, 2021 | Child Custody
As if divorce isn’t difficult enough, when children are involved it can be much more emotional. And if one or both parents are members of the military, there may be additional complications. Does the court favor the non-military spouse? It’s important to know right... 
by Kirkland & Sommers, Co., L.P.A | Last updated Jul 2, 2025 | Published on Jul 1, 2021 | Child Custody
Have your friends or family told you that if your ex-partner isn’t paying court-ordered child support, you can keep them from seeing their child? If so, you wouldn’t be the first person to be under that misconception. However, it’s not true. Child support and... 
by Kirkland & Sommers, Co., L.P.A | Last updated Jan 12, 2023 | Published on Jun 18, 2021 | Child Custody
Child custody may be one of the most contentious areas of any divorce, and it may be re-litigated time and time again after the divorce. Emotions run high when it comes to your kids, and both parents think they know what’s best for the children. Nobody doubts you want...