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Most likely assume that family matters begin and end with the members of an individual nuclear family. Yet as societal norms shift, immediate family members have increasingly been placed into roles where their considerations must also be determined when dealing with issues such as custody and visitation. Both in Hawaii and throughout the rest of the U.S., grandparents specifically are…
Some individuals going through a divorce might be surprised to learn that there are different ways to come up with the divorce terms. Some opt for mediation, while others decide that this isn’t possible and need to go through a divorce trial in Honolulu. When you are exploring these options, carefully consider some of the benefits of mediation. You also have…
When parents in Hawaii cannot reach agreements cooperatively regarding the care and custody of their children, the decision falls to the court. To make their decisions, family law judges may hear testimony, review evidence and consider a wide range of factors. At Coates Frey & Hackett, AAL LLLC, we have helped many parents understand how the court determines the best interests…
Parents have the right to petition Hawaii family courts to adjust court orders established during their divorce. For example, one parent can ask for a modification of their child support payments if they lose their job and income. It is also possible to revise a custody arrangement. However, there are specific circumstances and factors necessary to make this kind of…
When you have divorced and enter into a new relationship, you will become part of a blended family if you have children. You need to think carefully about certain aspects of life when this happens because you now have what can be thought of as two families. Vacation planning can sometimes be a nightmare as you and your spouse both…
According to the law, a baby born to a married couple in Hawaii has two legal parents. However, if the couple is not married, only the mother has legal parenthood. If you wish to claim fatherhood of your child legally, there are additional steps. At Coates Frey & Hackett, AAL LLLC, our team has experience assisting fathers in establishing paternity of their…
Parenting styles differ from one person to the next. When you divorce, there is a good chance that your ways aren’t going to be the same as your ex. This can become a problem, but it doesn’t always have to be. You and your ex can make the conscious decision to work together to come up with a plan that…
Given Hawaii’s reputation as a tropical paradise, many might question why you would ever want to move away. Yet as many of those that we here at Coates Frey & Hackett, AAL LLLC have worked with, the memories connected to a divorce can quickly turn a perceived paradise into a bleak scenario. You may rightly think that moving away will help…
Co-parenting isn’t always easy, but there are some things that you can do to make the situation a bit easier. One thing that sometimes makes the circumstances more difficult is when your emotions come into the picture. By finding ways that you can address all of this, you might be able to de-stress your life so that you are able…
For most married couples, the home that they live in while married is the biggest asset that they own. Depending on the location of the property, real estate in Hawaii can be worth an incredible amount of money. Even modest homes in the right location carry substantial price tags. Properties can accrue value over the length of your marriage, and…