Hawaii Family Law Blog
Understanding qualified domestic relations orders and divorce
Couples who have decided that ending their marriage is the best next step have to prepare themselves for all the work required to divorce in Hawaii. Besides the children, finances are the next most important topic to cover, especially for the spouse who did not work...
Some rules for joint custody arrangements
Hawaii parents often have a hard time learning to work together after a divorce when they have joint custody. They are often carrying baggage from the divorce that they have a hard time discarding, which leads to conflict. However, there are things that parents can do...
Points to consider in a parenting plan
When parents in Hawaii get a divorce, they may need to determine a custody schedule. They might want their parenting plan to include a number of additional details as well. Ideally, they will be able to coparent amicably after the divorce, but this does not always...
How to spot and stop parental alienation
In the eyes of the court, alienation is one of the worst things that a parent can do during and after a divorce. It may even be grounds for changing the custody agreement to take the children from a parent or to mandate supervised visits. It is important to know how...
Keeping things normal for children during divorce
When Hawaii families dissolve, parents are understandably anxious about ensuring that their children are not devastated by the divorce. While the impacts can be minimized, it is unrealistic to expect that they will not be affected at all. However, there are steps that...
Why prenuptial agreements may be worth creating
According to research from OnlineDivorce.com, 7% of married couples in Hawaii and throughout America entered into prenuptial agreements. A prenuptial agreement allows couples to make decisions about how their children are raised or whether either party to the marriage...
The emotional fallout from divorce
Those who are going through the divorce process in Hawaii and elsewhere may feel a variety of emotions such as grief, anxiety and fear. Individuals may experience negative emotions even if they were the ones who decided to end their marriages. Addiction, emotional or...
An infant’s visitation schedule presents challenges
In Hawaii, parents of infants may experience some difficulty balancing the needs of the child with the rights of both parents. While the infant's needs do come first, the parent who is not the primary caregiver has a right to see their child. In the best-case...
Why prenuptial agreements might be beneficial
Individuals in Hawaii and throughout the country who are planning on getting married may benefit from asking their prospective spouses about prenuptial agreements. Having a conversation about a prenuptial agreement may be ideal for those who come from wealthy families...
You shouldn’t feel forced to stay in a relationship
For most Hawaii residents and others throughout America, being stuck in a relationship can be emotionally draining. However, you may feel guilty about ending a marriage without having a concrete reason to do so. Simply not being enthusiastic about staying with your...
